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    Every cocktail on the menu is built around a film, and the menu itself is designed as a picture editorial, so you're reading a small magazine before you drink. This walk-in neighbourhood cocktail bar in Stirchley topped the Top 50 Cocktail Bars list in 2026, which is a long way from a quiet side street in Birmingham. Wednesday to Saturday, 4pm onward, stools at the bar and bistro tables, no reservations required.

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    • Bronx Tale

      “Notable serves on the current menu have included A Bronx Tale with Malfy lemon gin, blood orange, Cocchi Di Torino Vermouth.”

      Top 50 Cocktail Bars, 2026
    • My Jamaican Guy

      “Other interesting serves from previous menus have also included My Jamaican Guy, made using Hibiscus Veritas Rum, vermouth blend and Grapefruit (inspired by Grace Jones)”

      Top 50 Cocktail Bars, 2026
    • Dreamboat Annie

      “the Dreamboat Annie, with Boatyard Gin, violet and lemon cordial and sparkling wine (Heart Anne and Nancy Wilson)”

      Top 50 Cocktail Bars, 2026
    • Hello Sunshine

      “Hello Sunshine, with Sunshine Vodka, oats and raisin and espresso (Aretha Franklin)”

      Top 50 Cocktail Bars, 2026

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