Kempinski on World Cocktail Day and World Whisky Day 2025
At Kempinski Hotels worldwide, “Meet me at the bar” is more than invitation, it’s a tradition. Since 1897, Europe’s oldest luxury hotel brand has provided legendary settings where skilled bartenders create signature cocktails to pair with tasty bar bites and classic dishes. Since planting roots in Berlin, the evolution of Kempinski Hotels owes much to the gastronomic and mixology vision of wine merchant and restaurateur Berthold Kempinski.
With over 127 years of history of serving only the finest, it’s fitting that Kempinski Hotels celebrate World Cocktail Day on May 13, 2025 and World Whisky Day on May 17, 2025 in iconic destinations globally.
This week, more than any other, a selection of Kempinski Hotels around the world will feature drinks inspired by history as well as regional culture and flavours.
Jahreszeiten Bar at Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich
A palatial landmark known as “Munich’s most beautiful living room” has been a magnet for locals and travellers alike since its opening by King Maximilian II in 1858. The Jahreszeiten Bar within Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich, is a cosy setting infused with royal flair and creates a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere with soft American-style swing and jazz.
At the heart of the experience is the Jahreszeiten Martini, the bar’s signature drink, crafted from equal parts of the house-distilled Jahreszeiten Gin and Vodka, both produced locally. This distinctive cocktail is prepared live in front of guests using an elegant bar cart, adding a touch of entertainment to every pour. Led by Head Bartender Aleksandar Vujin, the bar team brings creativity, craftsmanship, and passion to every glass.
To mark World Cocktail Day, the Jahreszeiten Bar will spotlight its carefully curated cocktail menu, featuring handcrafted drinks inspired by the four seasons – each reflecting the elegance and rhythm of the year.
Bar 1705 at Hotel Taschenbergpalais Kempinski Dresden
Twelve house cocktails are selected and crafted by an award-winning bar manager and team in the oak-panelled Bar 1705, named after the year the Taschenbergpalais was founded and inspired by the glamorous cocktail culture of the 1920s.
Housed within Hotel Taschenbergpalais Kempinski Dresden, a former 18th-century royal residence with an old world atmosphere, internationally prized Dresden chocolate, confectionery, and petit fours are presented as sophisticated cocktail finishes.
In celebration of World Cocktail Day, Bar 1705 will serve a small selection of classic cocktails that represent a favourite of each bartender, while a special Whisky Sour menu will be the highlight of World Whisky Day.
Blue Fox The Bar at Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest
Named for a 15th-century Hungarian king, Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest stands in the centre of Budapest, spinning a world-famous sight into its contemporary vibe. At Blue Fox, a “Top 500 Bar,” a wall of windows provides guests with close-up views of the city’s illuminated Ferris Wheel. Negroni cocktails are made with Hungarian vermouth, garnished with freshly picked herbs from the rooftop garden and lavender from nearby fields beside the Danube.
Blue Fox will celebrate World Cocktail Day with a special menu throughout the week and World Whisky Day with tasting packages of various whiskys.
Elephant Bar at Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin
Inaugurated by Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1907, Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin is a landmark hotel within a two-minute walk from the neoclassical Brandenburg Gate. Inspired by the American tradition and blending the charm of the Golden Twenties with modern luxury, The Elephant Bar embodies timeless elegance and the subtle aroma of fine cigars. The Elephant Bar pays homage to World Whisky Day throughout the year with a robust selection of international whiskys on offer and a dedicated cigar-rum-whisky tasting every Thursday from 18:00 to 20:00 where guests can enjoy three selected spirits and a matching cigar.
Le Fumoir at Çırağan Palace Kempinski İstanbul
Set amongst palm trees with a stunning view of the Bosphorus, Le Fumoir is a stylish hangout in the lush gardens of Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul, the former home of the Sultans of the Ottoman Empire.
The finest Turkish hospitality is on display at the outdoor shisha and cigar lounge, and the specialty cocktail is Rakitini, based upon a traditional Turkish spirit and accompanied by skinos, melon purée, and citrus. In celebration of World Cocktail Day, the Blended Barrel will be unveiled – an elegant and innovative cocktail that masterfully unites two distinguished beverages: Michter’s Bourbon Whiskey and strawberry-infused Sarafin Doluca Cabernet Sauvignon.
This exceptional creation reflects a commitment to craftsmanship and refined taste. For World Whisky Day, Spring Sour, perhaps the most iconic whisky cocktail, will be served with a touch of spring flavour such as chamomile.
Firefly Bar at Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok
In the centre of cosmopolitan Bangkok, the aesthetic of Firefly Bar, housed within Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, is one of a timeless jazz bar. Glowing chandeliers reflect a glittering cabinet of spirits and the smooth art of whimsical cocktails is practised at a dark tiled bar dressed in moss green. This month welcomes a guest bartender from Here and Now Bar in Kuala Lumpur on May 23, 2025 as the culmination of a month of celebrations.
The Bar at 15 Stamford at The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore
When a bell is rung nightly at 20:00 at The Bar at 15 Stamford within The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore, insiders know why. It’s a symbol of the connection between this Singapore location and the American Revolutionary patriot, Paul Revere. There’s more symbolism in “Plantation 1840,” made of Black Tears Cuban Spiced Rum, sweet vermouth, pineapple citrus, and sugar cane syrup, served in a copper mug. One-night-only takeover collaborations with bartenders of international repute, plus lively late nights with a guest DJ are on the May events calendar at The Bar at 15 Stamford.
The Apurva Kempinski Bali
Ocean views and evening starry skies in Nusa Dua compete for attention with the hotel’s stunning contemporary design and creative libations. In celebration of World Cocktail Day, The Apurva Kempinski Bali invites guests to raise a glass to creativity and craftsmanship with a curated selection of specialty cocktails.
Available from May 13 to 18, 2025 across all dining venues, this exclusive menu is a tribute to bold flavors and inspired mixology. From the intriguing Tito’s Blood – infused with curry leaf and finished with a spicy kick—to the vibrant Avinya, where beetroot and pomegranate meet elderflower espuma, each cocktail is a liquid expression of artistry.
Whether you’re craving something refreshing like the Coco Locowith strawberry and carbonated coconut or a savory twist like the Pizza Smash, these inventive creations promise a cocktail experience like no other.
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