Stirling Cocktail Week is returning this autumn, running from Friday 26 September to Sunday 5 October, ready to transform the heart of Scotland into a ten-day celebration of cocktails, creativity and unforgettable nights out.
The festival opens with a Smirnoff Miami Peach–themed launch party at Jessica O’Marley’s, where wristband holders can also collect their passes for the week. More than 30 of the city’s best-loved venues are taking part this year, each serving up bespoke cocktails priced between £5 and £7 in partnership with Diageo.
The specially crafted drinks will showcase a wide variety of leading spirits, including Smirnoff Red Label, Smirnoff Vanilla, Smirnoff Miami Peach, Captain Morgan Spiced Gold, Captain Morgan White, Captain Morgan Tiki, Baileys, Tanqueray London Dry, Cîroc Blue Dot, Johnnie Walker Black Label, Guinness and Casamigos in Blanco, Reposado and Añejo. Venues will also be offering alcohol-free alternatives, creating mocktails with Seedlip, Tanqueray 0.0% or Captain Morgan Spiced Gold 0.0%.
Participating bars and restaurants include Colessio, Cronies Bar & Restaurant, Fletcher’s, Foresters Arms, Friend of Mine, Fubar, Jessica O’Marley’s, Lux Country Sports Bar & Grill, Meraki Bar, Nooch Bar & Kitchen, Slanj-A-Va, The Bawbee, The Crook Bar & Bistro, The Meadowpark, The Red Herring, The Springkerse View, The William Wallace Bar, The Westerton Arms, and the Stirling Highland Hotel.
“Stirling might be smaller than some of Scotland’s other cities, but its bars and venues are bursting with creativity and local spirit,” said Alice Christison, founder of Stirling Cocktail Week. “We were blown away by the response to last year’s event, and this year we’re back with even more to discover. From independents to established favourites, the hospitality scene here deserves to be celebrated and Cocktail Week is the perfect way to do it.”
Organisers say the festival offers the perfect excuse for visitors and locals alike to explore Stirling’s vibrant bar scene, support local businesses and enjoy an outstanding selection of cocktails at an accessible price point. From a big night out to after-work drinks, the event has something to suit every occasion.
Stirling Cocktail Week is delivered by M.ad Agency Ltd, the team behind successful cocktail events in Newcastle, Liverpool and Manchester. In partnership with Diageo, the festival will highlight a portfolio of world-renowned brands, while also promoting responsible drinking in collaboration with Drink Aware.
