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Welcome To Hawthorn
Hawthorn is a hidden gem located at St Benedicts Street, Norwich, offering an exquisite cocktail experience. This intimate bar, perched above the Makers House, is renowned for its tailored cocktails, including unique creations like the Electrum and Penicillin. With a focus on quality, the mixology here shines, earning consistent praise for both innovative drinks and dedicated service. Guests appreciate the elegant ambiance, perfect for intimate gatherings, complemented by a tapas menu. Reviewers highlight the expertise of the staff, particularly Richard, whose attention to detail elevates every visit. In sum, Hawthorn stands out as a must-visit destination for cocktail enthusiasts.
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Electrum
Fortaleza Blanco
$£7.00Correspondent
Vipera
Sycamore
Florey's Sour
Laureate
Cordoban Sour
Kodakara
About
Hawthorn
Welcome to Hawthorn, an exquisite cocktail haven nestled in the heart of Norwich, located discreetly at the side entrance of 2-4 St Benedicts St, St Gregorys Alley. This captivating bar operates on weekends and offers a luxurious escape for those seeking a refined beverage experience. With its dark and elegant British decor, Hawthorn creates an intimate ambiance perfect for sharing drinks with close friends or indulging in a romantic evening.
Hawthorn's cocktail menu is nothing short of a celebration of craftsmanship. Patrons can indulge in expertly crafted concoctions such as the Electrum, the invigorating Spicy Fifty, or the classics like the distinguished Old Fashioned. Each drink is made with pride, showcasing a commitment to quality and creativity. As one frequent visitor aptly noted, the cocktails are “made with pride,” and the attention to mixology is evident in every sip.
The place stands out not just for its drinks but also for its service. Customers rave about the warm hospitality offered by Richard and his team, whose mixological genius pairs beautifully with their attentiveness. Whether you're a cocktail aficionado or a casual drinker, the staff's friendly demeanor and expertise ensure each visit is memorable. Customer Barbara Reed highlighted their exceptional service during a Good Egg Entrepreneurs event, noting Richard's kindness and mastery behind the bar. Such positive reviews help solidify Hawthorn’s reputation as one of the top destinations for cocktails in the city.
Although the pricing is on the higher side, many reviews confirm that every penny is worth it for the quality and originality offered. As Trevor Kong mentioned, Hawthorn features a unique and creative menu that delivers cocktails that are simply “amazing.” With options like Hamilton's Gimlet and the intriguing Cordoban Sour, each visit feels like a new discovery, promising something extraordinary. Moreover, Hawthorn's table service ensures you are well taken care of during your stay.
For those looking to accompany their drinks with food, Hawthorn also offers a selection of tapas that complements the cocktail experience beautifully, making it a complete evening out. So, whether you're popping by for an afternoon refresher or planning a sophisticated night out, let Hawthorn enchant you with its remarkable cocktails and inviting atmosphere. You'll find it hard to resist returning for another round!
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“ Over the past year we have held a few Good Egg Entrepreneurs events at Hawthorn. Richard and his team have always been amazingly brilliant - nearly as good as those cocktails ;) Richard is an absolute star and really helped us out, when I was taken ill earlier in the year. Really appreciate his kindness and all round mixology genius. I hope we will be back again soon! ”
“ Update March 2024... This place still lives up to the high standards we saw in 2018/19. Excellent cocktails, pricey, but PROPER, made with pride in what they do. Nice staff, and feels as fresh as when we first visited. Original Review from 2018: Wow, what a great place. Tucked away above another bar in a nice part of town. Probably the best cocktails in the city. Table service and brilliant staff. Very, very impressed. Expensive, but you get what you pay for here. ”
“ This is a cocktail bar upstairs of Makers House, open only on weekends and does a really unique menu of cocktails. The bar has around 7 tables and operates on table service, the dark and elegant British decor adds to the ambiance which is most suitable for intimate drinks for 2-3 people. We ordered 4 cocktails among the two of us, all were amazing. A cocktail is 12, expensive, but so worth it. Will be back for more! ”
“ Couple of cocktails in the afternoon we managed just to beet the crowd and sat upstairs. The two girls were great hosts and once we had our drinks the place filled up quickly. Not normally a cocktail drinker but when on a city break it's nice to indulge. Loads of choices and wish I'd remembered the names, if your passing call in, they also do food and we're busy with that too. ”
“ Have had drinks here on a few occasions now. Staff definitely have no problem in creating a very reliably good dirty martini - not too common in East Anglia! Pleasant surroundings, pleasant staff, a little tapas menu. ”
“ Terrific place for grown ups to quietly enjoy artisanal cocktails. Spicy 50, Wolfpack and Rajamaki Highball were all perfect. The decor and music are great and the staff highly competent, friendly and professional. ”
“ What a lovely, busy little cocktail bar! Not your normal cocktails, so I felt a little giggly when I had 2 cocktails lol! We were first 2 in, the quickly filled up. Girls serving were polite & friendly. ”
“ Probably one of my new favourite bars! Can't believe this was my first time. Such a lovely atmosphere, awesome cocktails and friendly staff. ”