ARCHIVE 2023

What’s your poison?

Writers Bar at the iconic Raffles Hotel Singapore raises a glass to the many literary greats who have graced the hotel for over a century, delivered by their wandering feet and discerning minds. The storied bar pays tribute to the written word and the many famous authors who have stayed at the hotel throughout the years. 

For a taste of mystery and history, Head Bartender, Nicholas Alexander, has created a selection of bespoke cocktails inspired by The Raffles Affair, a crime novel set within the hotel by Writer-in-Residence, Vicki Virtue.

To celebrate the launch of the novel, Nicholas and his team of skilled mixologists, have created a selection of handcrafted cocktails based on the various mysterious and colourful characters featured in the book. From the story, they have drawn lines to classic cocktails, bridging then and the present, for a culinary cocktail experience.

Get to know the glamorous and elegant protagonist, Victoria West, with Agent Provocateur, a sophisticated and exquisitely blended cocktail made with Blandy’s 5-Year Bual Madeira, El Dorado 12, Concord Grenadine, lemon and mint; or be charmed by the bright and beautiful Femme Fatale, a cocktail personifying the glamorous bride, Peyton Latchmore, made with Raffles exclusive Champagne Billecart- Salmon Brut Reserve NV “An Iconic Return”, flowers, apple brandy and Cocchi Rosa. 

As the night progresses, unravel the mystery with False Alibi, a refreshing blend of Beluga Gold Line vodka, Shaw + Smith Sauvignon Blanc, passionfruit, gum arabic, white balsamic, lemon, egg white and soda based on Zara Avery-Smythe, the aristocratic girlfriend of the groom’s half-brother; or sip on Saboteur, a fabulous and audacious twist on the classic martini recipe that represents Isabelle Sauveterre, Peyton’s famous godmother. 

Visit Writers Bar