By Kingfisher Visitor Guides
Aberdeen can really deliver a memorable night out. Here are five of the coolest watering holes the city has to offer…
CASC
7 Stirling St, Aberdeen AB11 6ND
Born out of a lack of choice and a general distaste for the norm, CASC is an original concept bar in the heart of Aberdeen’s Merchant Quarter. Focusing on Cuban cigars, craft beer, Scotch whisky and artisan coffee, CASC aim to open your eyes to only the very best and most unusual. Their passion ensures that the staff are knowledgeable and enthusiastic in every aspect of CASC, it’s products and ethos. Visit website
Dusk
45 Langstane Pl, Aberdeen AB11 6EN
Dusk specialises in serving a diverse range of cocktails using only the freshest ingredients and first class spirits. Located in the heart of the granite city, it offers a unique drinking experience in stylish surroundings. Their dedication to providing only the finest has been recognised by Drambuie, which has chosen Dusk as a ‘lighthouse bar’, one of seven in the UK which will act as an ambassador for the brand. The venue won 2010 Scottish Style Bar of the Year and 2011 Trend Magazine Slanj Award. Visit website
The Noose & Monkey
31-35 Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1NQ
The Noose & Monkey is right in the cultural soul of Aberdeen; offering a high-quality service and a delicious menu, compromising of fresh local produce. Enjoy an excellent range of mouth-watering main dishes and a fine lunch menu, to be enjoyed within a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Why not visit on an evening, on the last Friday of every month the bar hosts live blues nights. It’s also home to a delectable range of over 70 gins offering a delicious variety of classic cocktails, along with your favourite ales and lagers on draft and bottles. Visit website
Soul
333 Union St, Aberdeen AB11 6BS
Situated in the heart of the city centre, Soul is one of Aberdeen’s most popular and unique venues. Great for food or drinks, and even better when followed by a night upstairs in the casino which is open till 5am! Visit website
The College
9 Alford Pl, Aberdeen AB10 1YD
The College is the place to meet up for a quick drink after work, chill out after the grind or recharge your batteries over the weekend. Showing all major sporting events, it offers a calendar of sporting events so you never miss a game. Or if sport isn’t your thing, why not try a cocktail from the tasty cocktail list? At the weekend The College attracts a livelier crowd for some pre-club drinks and cocktails, as Babylon nightclub is situated directly above it. Visit website
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