Barking Irons is a new steampunk-themed speakeasy bistro bar in Lavender serving up an interesting innovation: local-inspired cocktails! The catch? These cocktails are made from a harmonious blend of both our all-time favourite childhood beverages and liquor.

They also have a sweet story behind the inspiration for their local drinks: they wanted to adopt the “coffee-shop style” with drinks that reminded others of their throw-back childhood generation.

A fairly new kid on the block, Barking Irons has slowly been gaining recognition amongst alcoholics for their killer cocktails and toothsome mains.

We had to try their famed local-inspired cocktails, so we went for their Bandung with Grass Jelly (S$19.00). At first glance, it looks like an unassuming glass of bandung; the drink is actually a balanced mixture of your standard rose syrup, grass jelly, and a douse of roku gin.

It even came with a giant syringe containing condensed milk, making the drink picture perfect for Instagram!

Inject the syringe into the drink, give it a good swirl, and the familiar pink drink comes alive right before your eyes. Upon taking the first sip, we were hit with a heady wave of earthy notes. The sweetness of the bandung paired well with the alcohol, giving it a light, rose aftertaste while elevating the gin’s natural botanical sweetness.

Complementing well with our drink was their Charcoal Skewers in Teriyaki Chicken (S$8.00).

We could taste the charred smokiness from the chicken, which was nicely grilled. The coating of the sweet sauce also added on to its savouriness. While the skin was crisp, the meat inside was tender and slid off the stick easily.

If you are craving for something substantial, definitely try out their Har Cheong Gai Burger (S$18.00)! Taking centre stage among their range of delectable mains, the burger is served with tantalising charcoal buns sandwiching huge chunks of chicken.

The chicken was coated with a thick layer of prawn paste; it was also well battered and crispy, oozing juiciness when we bit into the succulent meat.

Barking Irons is the bar to go to if you are looking for a chill watering hole with a variety of alcoholic options to spend with friends. This place promises nothing except good vibes, amazing service and strong booze guaranteed to give you a buzz!

P.S, the folks here are also coming up with new flavours for their local drinks, such as Ondeh Ondeh and Ice Ka Chang. If that hasn’t tempted you to head down and give them a try, we don’t know what will.

78 Horne Road, #01-01
Singapore 209078
Tel: +65 6909 0349
Tues to Sun: 4pm – 12am
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Lavender

Light, crisp and thoroughly invigorating, Somersby’s premium range of ciders—including the very popular Sparkling Rosé—have revolutionised the way we think, drink and feel about ciders by showing us its lighter side without the unpleasant bitterness. As Singapore’s favourite cider brand since 2012, they have never failed to maintain an innovative range of refreshing ciders that always hits the spot.

Somersby has always believed in promoting open-mindedness and sunny togetherness. With this in mind, here comes the new Sparking White Cider—a drink that will definitely spark joy.

Inspired by the taste profile and aroma of white wine, Sparkling White Cider is the marriage between a refreshing cider and white wine; bubbly, fruity and crisp minus the bitter and astringent after-taste of wine.

Born in 2008 and the brainchild of Danish brewing company Carlsberg Group, Somersby cider was originally developed solely for the Danish market. However, that has evidently changed and today, their drinks can be found in over 46 markets which includes Australia, New Zealand, Nepal, Malaysia, Canada and of course, sunny Singapore.

Aside from the recently launched Sparkling White Cider, they are also known for their extensive range of ciders which include popular favourites such as their Apple Cider and Pear Cider.

With its fruity notes that have hints of oak and vanilla, the cider has a subtly tart and acidic mouthfeel that is reminiscent of its white wine components. The heady sparkly golden drink also has a lovely bubbly finish that is palate-friendly and feels similar to champagne.

The Sparkly White Cider is a great alternative for current wine/champagne/sparkling drinkers. It is also the perfect drink for people who have just started to get familiar with alcohol as it’s much easier to drink as compared to its other alcoholic counterparts.

Whether you’re throwing a huge party, hanging out with your group of friends or just spending some alone time chilling by the beach, Somersby’s multifaceted Sparkling White Cider goes well with any occasion.

What we also love about Somersby’s cider is how it is a unifying beverage that suits a wide range of palates, making it an ideal drink choice for get-togethers of groups of different people with varying drink preferences.

With the refreshing texture of a cider, taste & aroma of a white wine, this new cider innovation has the best of both worlds.

Somersby’s new sparkling white cider is the perfect Sunday brunch drink and tastes amazing when paired with seafood, a charcuterie platter or cheese.

We’d use a cider to combat Singapore’s insane tropical heat too; its light and refreshing taste goes very well with a lazy day of lounging by the pool while you get that tan on!

With that, it’s time for us to clink our glasses in celebration of Somersby’s latest concoction!

This post is brought to you by Somersby Singapore.