The Cut bar and grill, a Sydney institution located in The Rocks has introduced a new look for the bar and a new cocktail menu.
The Cut Bar – Photo Supplied
Most Sydney-siders know The Cut as an elegant, basement steakhouse and bar that caters to business lunches by day and tourists who are drawn through its heritage façade. The venue has recently undergone a reinvigoration of the bar area making it a destination for fine cocktails.
Located in the historic area of Sydney knows as the Rocks, The Cut bar’s new look taps into the building’s colonial history to deliver a sophisticated experience with Australian post-colonial charm that spreads from the imposing dining room to the moodily-lit bar. A new polished, copper-topped bar area surrounded by elegant and comfortable stools invite bar-side drinking with an intimate vibe and attentive service.
The cocktail list features well-loved classics with the venue’s own touch to deliver well-balanced and approachable drinks from the easy drinking to the decadent sippers.
The Light & Bright list offers the likes of the House Spritz, made with Italicus, pear and rhubarb and The Cut Americano where Campari is infused with coconut to deliver a lingering nutty note with a creamy mouthfeel.
Highballs are becoming increasingly popular in cocktail menus and the offering at The Cut includes the vodka-based Smoked Mule with pineapple and ginger beer and the Whisky Highball, a refreshing take with Roe & Co Irish Whiskey, mandarin soda and rosemary for aromatics.
Pre-batched Gin Martini, Vodka Martini and Smoked Negroni are served table side with a personalised touch. If you’re after fine sippers, the barrel aged selection includes the Old Fashioned, Boulevardier and Revolver, the latter hitting the right note with Woodford Reserve Bourbon, coffee, orange, barrel-aged in port cask for 32 days and served over branded clear ice.
For those seeking a luxe experience, the “High Rollers” list features the Tipperary, a 1930s cocktail from The Savoy Cocktail Book with Bushmills 16 yo, vintage Sauternes and Green Chartreuse. Alternatively, opt for an indulgent version of the Vieux Carré with Hennessey Paradis Cognac, Michter’s 10 yo Straight Rye, Pineau des Charentes and Benedictine.
The Cut bar has also introduced a weekday happy hour from 4pm to 6pm that includes a Negroni, Old Fashioned from the Barrel, Cut Americano and Whisky Highball.
Whether you’re a Sydney-sider or a visitor, step underground and immerse yourself in a moodily-lit bar where classic cocktails meet classic charm, where fine Martinis are served table side and cocktails age quietly in oak barrels.
Click through the following pages to view a selection of the cocktails and images from The Cut bar.
