Experience Sensory Sophistication at The Twankey Bar This Winter

Reminiscent of the speakeasy bars of yesteryear and set within the classical architectural haven that is Taj Cape Town, The Twankey Bar welcomes guests with soft, golden light and plush leather seating, for an unsurpassed mixology experience.

Located at the top of Adderley Street on the corner of Wale Street, The Twankey Bar is at the heart of one of Cape Town’s most historic blocks and sits alongside the Company’s Garden, Iziko Slave Lodge and St George’s Cathedral.

Head Mixologist Melrick Harrison says a cocktail should appeal to all five senses:

Sight and Touch, via the fine glassware and exceptional garnishes; Sound, from the subtle sussuration of a cocktail being shaken behind the bar; Smell, from the selected herbs hand-crushed by the mixologists and ultimately Taste, as classic and local flavours are blended to create bespoke cocktails, perfect for Twankey’s refined atmosphere. Harrison and his team delight in their license to innovate. “I would love every person who comes to the bar to open their mind and forget what they think they know. Tell me what flavours you like, then let us do something different for you – you might just be surprised by a whole new cocktail experience,” he says.

Cosy up with The Twankey Bar this Winter

Hotel guests, adventurous tourists and locals alike can experience the best of The Twankey Bar this winter with a host of specials. Tuck into Twankey’s easy bar snacks such as the Masala Fried Poppadom or nibble on finger foods like the Mac and Cheese Bacon Poppers. Other warming dishes include the Kerala Fried Chicken Wrap, Karan Ribeye Steak, Sea Bass Tataki and Confit Pork Burger.

Locals are also welcome to beat the traffic with The Twankey Bar’s Happy Hour specials from 4pm – 6pm, which includes a Devil’s Peak draught or a glass of wine for just R25.

Melrick says it is an ideal hub for First Thursday visitors: “Twankey is not a night club, we want to tickle your taste buds and invite you in to relax.”

Whether you love a classic ‘Old Fashioned’ or seek something new and creative, Melrick and his team are happy to find something that’ll both warm and inspire you this winter.