We have good news: The Ham Yard Hotel is once more firing up the heaters on its beautiful, usually closed-to-the-public rooftop for another series of lantern-lit winter evenings with quirky gin cocktails.
It’s part of a now-annual tradition that sees the hotel joining forces with artisanal gin-makers Sipsmith. Together, they create a bespoke menu of unusual pours that you’re unable to sample anywhere else. And if the thought of being outside in winter gives you chills, you’ll be pleased to hear that this rooftop will be dolled up with ever-so-slightly magical festive touches like candlelight, warm blankets, hot water bottles, and blazing heaters to surround the sofas and wicker chairs you’ll be reclining on.
This year’s theme is ‘Sipping History’, which will take you time travelling through the past four centuries through the delicious medium of cocktails. On arrival you’ll be greeted with a clarified 17th century Milk Punch, employing Sipsmith’s Origin 1639 Gin, Ruby Port, Sipsmith London Cup and Ham Yard’s bespoke tea blend, Sailor’s Farewell.
Then, you’ll be free to peruse the main menu, which includes the Hot Chocolata, a toasty chocolate and zesty orange cocktail inspired by the 17th century craze for hot chocolate; 18th century hot Toddies with a ginger twist, served from a hip flask; and 19th century Sazeracs given a shake-up with gin, plum wine and tonka syrup, and finished with lemon sherbet powder.
To go with all this booze there are also suitably warming snacks on offer – including cacio e pepe flatbreads loaded with black truffle; octopus & red prawn skewers with garlic & chilli butter; beef ribs with chimichurri; and toasted s’mores with toffee apple & cinnamon crackers.
Told you it was good news.
NOTE: The Winter Gin Garden runs at the Ham Yard Hotel rooftop until 31st December 2024. Tickets cost £24 and include a complimentary welcome cocktail – you can book tickets here.
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The Winter Gin Garden | Ham Yard Hotel, 1 Ham Yard, Soho, W1D 7DT
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