We’re heading into the venues that set the trends to discover what top bartenders in the city under the hills are tempting us with. Some evenings are diluted with rum, silence is stirred with gin, and the fun begins the moment someone lights a sugar cube on fire. The bartender is like an alchemist, and the glass – a stage. Bars no longer just serve drinks – they create characters, spark passion and relaxation in the same sip. We’re going into the best of them. Here, every menu is a manifesto, every recipe – a flavorful declaration of independence. Are you ready to celebrate the revolution? Choose your gear.
WHISKY & GIN BAR SANDAK \ SANDUKA – A DISTILLATION OF ATTENTION AND DETAIL
On one of Kapana’s favorite bohemian streets, you’ll find Whisky Bar "Sandaka" – well-known among Plovdiv’s residents with a taste for class in a glass. The bar has a great reputation thanks to its impressive collection of high-quality whiskies from around the world, and it is also praised for the care and respect with which every drink is prepared and served.
Whisky & Gin Bar Sandak \ Sandaka | “Abadzhiiska” Street, 8–10, Plovdiv | Reservations: 088 893 8075
The season here begins with Manga Parrot – a cocktail inspired by Indian cuisine, based on Spanish rum where the sugarcane is distinctly present. The mix includes mango purée, pineapple juice, a spicy green pepper note, and a flambéed sugar cube for a dramatic finish – a serious contender for seasonal favorite.
Next is Sazerac, a true classic with character. Made traditionally with rye whiskey and served in a glass rinsed with absinthe. The recipe includes a sugar cube and a personal twist – a few drops of walnut liqueur – a small but significant change. It is served with lemon peel and a cocktail cherry.
For those chasing ultimate chill, Midori Sour delivers a low-alcohol cocktail flavored with Japanese melon, homemade elderflower syrup, lime, and vegan egg white. It is balanced, playful, and refreshingly light.
Q BAR – WHERE THE NIGHT HAS FLAVOR
Q Bar is in the heart of Kapana and can proudly be called eternally trendy. The new cocktail menu proves it.
Siwa is a cocktail inspired by the perfume of the same name, evoking the scent of an oasis. It features quality bourbon, almonds, bergamot, and delicate violet. A taste that evokes exoticism and gentle charm.
Q BAR | “Bratya Pulievi” Street 1, Plovdiv | Reservations: 088 588 8097
For top-tier social media content, pose with Plastic Dreams – bright, photogenic, and irresistibly red. Campari and prosecco are a familiar pair, but here they get a new life with a captivating cherry flavor. Eye-catching, skillfully provocative, and perfect for a hot summer night.
We also highlight the non-alcoholic Citrus Spritz – a modern take on mocktails with Martini Vibrante, mandarin, bergamot, and grapefruit. This cocktail captures the spirit of the new generation: alcohol-free but full of character and vibe.
CLUB FARGO – WHERE CLASSICS MEET CREATIVITY
Fargo has long been more than a bar – it’s where cinema, music, and mixology meet. The new seasonal menu confirms why this place is among the pioneers of cocktail culture in the city.
We’re drawn to Blue Cheese Negroni – a bold reinterpretation of the classic. Blue cheese and strawberries might sound odd at first, but they provide the perfect counterpoint, breathing new life into the bitter balance of gin, Campari, and vermouth.
CLUB FARGO |” Gladstone” Street 1, Plovdiv | Reservations: 087 720 0607
The Golden Pear deserves special attention. Made with whiskey, grilled pear syrup, lemongrass, rosemary, and vegan egg white, this cocktail impresses with its layers – smoky pear meets the herbal freshness of lemongrass, with rosemary adding a lasting aromatic note. Sophisticated, measured, and distinctly seasonal.
Chilly Honey is a worthy finale to our cocktail tour. A mix of whiskey, chili pepper, salted caramel, walnut bitters, honey, and cinnamon – a bold cocktail that awakens the senses, surprises, and leaves a feeling of completeness.
If Plovdiv speaks the language of flavor, these bars are fluent, confident, and expressive. The cocktail culture here isn’t just a trend – it’s a true revolution of spirit.
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