Signature Mixology Experience

Where crafted cocktails meet evening ritual

Step into Theturnandtable's mixology lounge, a hunter-green hideaway where every pour is deliberate, every garnish considered, and every cocktail is plated with the same care as our cuisine. Crafted for slow conversations, late service, and refined company.

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Late-night mixology bar
Seasonal spirits list

Located within Theturnandtable bistro & lounge – an intimate, land-based venue in Australia.

Mixology Philosophy

Signature Mixology Experience

Crafted for the curious palate

A haven for cocktail enthusiasts, gastronomes, and late-evening regulars.

Our bar team approaches mixology with a chef's mindset. Spirits are layered with house infusions, seasonal syrups, clarified juices, and thoughtfully sourced Australian botanicals. The result is a menu that feels familiar at first glance but unfolds with nuance and quiet surprise.

From spirit-forward nightcaps to bright pre-dinner aperitifs, each drink is built to complement the rhythm of your evening – whether you are settling in for a long dinner, a lingering nightcap, or a discreet gathering in our private card salon.

No pre-batched shortcuts Slow-melt ice & crystal glassware Regionally inspired flavour arcs

Highlights of the bar

  • Emerald Negroni Service

    A refined riff on the classic, featuring Australian dry gin, native citrus vermouth, and a house emerald bitter blend served over a single carved cube.

  • Smoked Orchard Old Fashioned

    Barrel-select whisky, roast apple reduction, smoked wattleseed bitters, and a whisper of gum leaf smoke for a quietly theatrical finish.

  • Garden Club Cooler

    Low-ABV spritz crafted with native botanicals, sparkling wine, and herbaceous house soda for a lighter, all-evening option.

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Meet the Mixologists

The team behind the bar

Calibrated craft, personal warmth

Industry-leading cocktail artists with timeless, neighbourhood hospitality.

Our bar is led by a small, tight-knit team with backgrounds in award-winning cocktail rooms, five-star hotels, and destination dining across Australia. Here at Theturnandtable, they trade big-city pace for something more grounded: a slower, more personal experience where your drink tells a story and your bartender remembers your second order.

Every menu cycle begins with research sessions, tasting labs, and spirited debates around balance, texture, temperature, and pairing potential. The resulting drinks feel polished yet unpretentious – elegant enough for a black-tie celebration, relaxed enough for a quiet Tuesday night.

Spirit education Low & zero-proof options One-on-one recommendations
Curated Cocktail Menu

Curated cocktail highlights

Modern House Signatures

Layered, expressive and deeply aromatic

Our signature list leans into local botanicals, umami-driven savoury notes, and crisp mineral finishes. Each drink has been developed to travel comfortably from aperitif hour through to late-evening wind-down, pairing gracefully with our bistro menu.

  • Banksia Boulevard 24

    Gin, banksia honey, citrus oil, native thyme, and clarified lemon. Silky, bright, and quietly floral.

  • Night Market Highball 23

    Light rum, toasted sesame, charred pineapple, soda, and lime leaf – crisp, tropical, and refreshing.

Premium spirits Australian vermouths House infusions
  • Emerald Martini Service 26

    Choice of gin or vodka, bamboo and native citrus vermouth blend, emerald brine, and a delicate aromatic mist.

  • Zero-Proof Fernery 18

    Herbal distillate, cucumber, pressed apple, verjus, and tonic – a spirit-free cocktail with proper depth and structure.

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After-Dark Setting

After-dark social lounge

Hunter-green calm, golden glow

Theturnandtable was designed around the quiet drama of evening light: hunter-green walls, low-slung banquettes, and a central bar trimmed with soft gold detailing. Candlelit tables and warm down-lighting keep the focus on conversation, cuisine, and the theatre of the bar.

Tucked behind the main room, our private card salon offers an additional layer of intimacy for small groups, weekend matches, and relaxed, face-to-face gaming tables. Cocktails and small plates are available across both spaces, allowing your evening to move seamlessly from the bar to the table and back again.

  • Low, curated soundtrack to support conversation
  • Seating options for couples, small groups, and longer gatherings
  • Discreet table service from first drink to final bill
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Seasonal Workshops

Seasonal cocktail workshop series

Hands-on evenings with our bar team

Across selected evenings, Theturnandtable transforms into a living classroom for cocktail enthusiasts. Our mixologists lead intimate, small-group workshops where guests are invited behind the bar to shake, stir, taste, and refine drinks alongside the professionals.

Sessions are deliberately relaxed and conversational, covering technique, flavour architecture, glassware, ice selection, and how to build a confident home bar that reflects your personal taste.

  • Welcome cocktail and guided tasting flight
  • Hands-on practice with core techniques
  • Printed recipes and pairing notes to take home
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Fine Spirits & Local Ingredients

Fine spirits, local botanicals

Provenance in every glass

Our back bar is an evolving showcase of Australian distilling and global benchmark spirits. Alongside classic labels, you will find small-batch gins, whiskies, rums, and aperitifs that champion local growers and innovative producers.

House vermouths, infused bitters, and seasonal liqueurs are prepared in small runs by our bartending team, allowing us to fine-tune each cocktail while reducing waste and celebrating the nuances of Australia’s rich pantry.

  • Rotating selection of Australian and international spirits
  • House-made syrups, cordials, and clarified juices
  • Fresh herbs and garnishes sourced with the kitchen team
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Pairings & Small Plates

Pairings & small plates

Cocktails designed to dine with

At Theturnandtable, the glass and the plate are never an afterthought to one another. Our bar team works in close step with the kitchen to design drinks that highlight, contrast, or gently echo the flavours on your table.

Whether you are joining us for an extended dinner or simply a few rounds at the bar, our team will gladly recommend pairings that feel indulgent without overwhelming your palate.

  • Briny martini-style serves paired with chilled seafood and fresh oysters
  • Herbaceous highballs to complement lighter vegetable-forward dishes
  • Rich, spirit-forward nightcaps alongside chocolate, cheese, or late-evening desserts
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Private Tastings

Private bookings & mixology tastings

Intimate evenings, tailored to your guests

For occasions that call for something more considered than a standard reservation, our team can design a fully hosted mixology experience – perfect for business hosting, celebrations, and discerning social groups.

From guided tasting flights to progressive cocktail pairings that move with a chef-curated menu, each experience is designed collaboratively between the bar and kitchen to reflect your preferences and the tone of your event.

  • Customisable tasting flights focused on a spirit, region, or style
  • Seated or roaming formats in the lounge or private salon
  • Optional pairing with canapés, shared plates, or a full bistro menu