Kolibri is an intimate cocktail bar in one of Ljubljana's historic quarters, taking its cue from the area's old distilling heritage. Guests drink at an apothecary styled counter. The bartenders work from old recipes for tinctures, bitters and herbal remedies alongside housemade cordials and infusions, and they also mix drinks to order off the menu.
Nebotičnik is the rooftop bar at the top of Ljubljana's landmark 1930s skyscraper in the city centre. The 12th floor café and bar has a terrace that wraps around the building with a 360 degree view over the old town, Tivoli Park and the castle. Coffee and breakfast give way to cocktails in the evening, with a lounge on the floor below and events on the terrace.
B-Bar sits on the 20th floor of the InterContinental Ljubljana, next to the hotel's B-Restaurant. The hotel pitches it to gin lovers, with more than 30 gins from around the world, alongside signature cocktails that run from classics to the team's own creations. Fruit and vegetables are sourced locally, and honey is a recurring note in the drinks.
Captain's Cabin is a sailing themed bar on what it calls the narrowest street in Ljubljana's city centre, mixing a love of the sea and travel with a party atmosphere. It keeps more than 100 cocktails on the menu at all times, plus over 30 beers, with a standing two for one offer on cocktails. A separate room for up to 20 people can be booked for private groups.
Champagne Suzy is a hidden cocktail and champagne bar tucked inside the Vander Urbani Resort on Krojaška ulica. There is no sign on the street; guests find it by stepping into the hotel and asking. The room is intimate and moody, with cosy seating and soft lighting, and the list pairs a champagne selection with classic cocktails and the bar's own twists on them.
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