5cc has announced the opening of its fifth venue, adding to its collection of original, specialist bars located behind London’s hidden doors. In the heart of East London, 5cc can be found tucked away in the area’s latest pub, Singer Tavern.
We headed down to sample a carefully crafted martini menu that is exclusive to the venue and it was nice to see that 5cc Singer Tavern remains true to the collection’s philosophy; offering a variety of quality spirits and well made drinks in a stylish but approachable environment.
The new 5cc experience certainly showcases the very best in London’s clandestine cocktail culture and with those credentials looks set to become a Cut The Cap favourite!
So what did we find on our visit?
THE GRADE II LISTED HIDDEN DOOR
Concealed behind the façade of a Grade II listed East London pub; 5cc has created an individual cocktail bar in the heart of the city. In keeping with the collection’s concept, 5cc Singer Tavern finds inspiration in its location’s history. Built in 1929, the site was originally conceived to house the headquarters of the iconic Singer Sewing Machine Company. Featuring bare brick walls, original tiles, intimate leather booths and a private space seating up to 10 covers, 5cc Singer Tavern showcases the best in East London design inspiration.
CLANDESTINE COCKTAILS
Mirroring 5cc’s dictum of putting a contemporary twist on a classic, the young and inspiring Group Bar Manager Charles Montanaro has created a bespoke cocktail menu for the venue alongside Bar Manager Andrei Marian. Carefully constructed to showcase the skill of the bartenders as well as the range of fine spirits available, the Singer Tavern menu offers an opportunity to discover new and varied ways to enjoy spirits.
For a true taste of Singer Tavern try the Knock Out: East London Liquor Company Demerara rum, lime, strawberry and black pepper cordial topped up with soda for a balanced cocktail with a kick. If it’s the exotic you’re looking for, look no further than the Loosie D’Ouro featuring Glen Moray Port Cask, P.F. Curacao, Tio Pepe sherry, vanilla, chocolate and chilli bitters served with a Paul A. Young chocolate truffle. Or discover an East London twist on a classic with the East End Old Fashioned: 10 Elijah Craig 12, lapsang souchong cordial, chilli and citrusy orange bitters.
MARTINI INNOVATION
The new 5cc Singer Tavern has a martini menu that boasts batch produced gins from authentic distillers including the popular East London Liquor Company. From the House Martini to unconventional alternatives such as Saint & Sinner’s Dictador Colombian Aged gin, there is a martini for every palette. 5cc Singer Tavern has also created a concise menu of small bites to compliment its cocktail list….
Located below Singer Tavern, 1 City Road EC1Y 1AG, the new 5cc cocktail bar will open from Monday to Wednesday 17:00 – midnight, Thursday & Friday 12:00 – 01:00, and Saturday 18:00 – midnight.
For bookings, please email reservations@5ccYlondon.com.
