First cocktail week to lift Leeside spirits

Cork is getting ready to shake things up this month with the city’s first Cocktail Week.

Running from 20 February-1 March, the ten day celebration will feature some of the city's most renowned restaurants, bars, pubs, and clubs.

There will be discounts and exclusive deals available across the ten days, with all 31 participating venues offering cocktails from €7.

Cork Cocktail Week wristband wearers will also get the chance to discover each venue’s signature cocktail exclusively.

Bars involved include Cask, Paladar, Monk, The Black Dog, The Fountain, Seventy Seven, The River Club, The Raven Bar, and Upstairs.

“Cork Cocktail Week perfectly reflects the vibrant and ever-evolving cocktail scene in our city,” said Dave O’Brien, President of event partners, Cork Business Association.

“The level of talent, creativity, and passion among the teams behind the bar is exceptional, and this event is a brilliant opportunity to showcase that,” he added.

Marketing firm, M.ad Agency are responsible for several Cocktail Week events across the country and director Alice Christison, is looking forward to bringing the celebration to the city of Cork for the first time.

She said: “After the successes of Dublin Cocktail Week that we ran last summer, I’m thrilled to bring all the fun to Cork for its debut event.

“It’s a truly fantastic opportunity to celebrate the city’s incredible bars and restaurants while offering locals and visitors an unforgettable experience.

“I just know it will be hugely popular and so much fun for everyone,” she added.

Early bird wristbands are available to buy now and are priced from €9.95 plus a booking fee. Advance tickets cost €12.95 plus booking fee and the final release is priced at €14.95 with booking fee. There is also a discount for groups of four or more, with tickets costing €6.95 each, plus booking fee.

All wristbands can be purchased online at corkcocktailweek.com.