Hong Kong Madame - English https://www.hongkongmadame.com/en/ us 2026-10-14T01:06:52+02:00 tag:https://www.hongkongmadame.com/en,2026:rss-38141648 Cocktails with a view Thu, 17 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0200 us Hong Kong Madame
by Aude Camus 
 
Sipping a cocktail while taking in a breathtaking view seems like a perfect plan now that the weather is getting slightly cooler and the sky clearer. Don’t you think? 
 
by alphabetical order
 
 
 
Café Grey Deluxe 

Cocktails with a view
The Upper House is turning 10 this year and, still after 10 years, Café Grey Deluxe at Upper House is very undoubtedly one of the bars with the most amazing view over the city. I can never get enough of afternoon tea and sunset drinks at Café Grey Deluxe and their new Autumn-inspired series of cocktails – The Autumn cocktails - is just the perfect excuse for me to enjoy the panoramic views of Victoria Harbour. 
 
Hong Kong Madame fav cocktail: SALT OF THE EARTH (HKD 125), a vodka-based savory cocktail with a nod to Japanese dashi
 
The Autumn Cocktails are available until November 30 2019. 
Café Grey Deluxe
Level 49, The Upper House, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway – Admiralty 
 
 
 
La Rambla by Catalunya 

Cocktails with a view
La Rambla by Catalunya just unveiled the new look of its 4,200 sq.ft. outdoor terrace situated against sweeping views of Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong’s iconic cityscape. And what better way to celebrate this brand-new look than with a drink or two? The revamped terrace offers a new cocktails menu making it a perfect place to sit back and soak up the views while sipping on one of the creations from Group Beverage Director, John Nugent.
 
Hong Kong Madame tips: Order a jug of Sangria during happy hour (HKD 450 – from 3 pm till 8 pm) and receive a complementary sharing platter of Iberico ham and olives. 
 
Hong Kong Madame fav cocktail: The Clover Club (HKD 120), a gin lover treat with Gin, Fino Shery (dry white wine from Spain), raspberry, lemon and aquafaba
 
La Rambla by Catalunya
3071-73, Level 3, ifc mall – Central
 
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The Lounge at ZEST by Konishi 

Cocktails with a view
High above On Lan Street, where was previously On Dining by Chef Philippe Orrico, now is a chic and modern lounge boasting amazing views over the street of Central and Victoria Harbor. Welcome to The Lounge at ZEST by Konishi, a space where to break up the day, celebrate its end of prepare for gastronomic indulgence at downstairs acclaimed restaurant by Japanese chef Mitsuru Konishi. 
 
I’m loving the elegant yet welcoming atmosphere and the cosy booths with banquette seating in turquoise and powder blue. The best seat? On the terrace, of course! Nothing like a glass of Champagne at sunset, right? 
 
In the mood for some spectacular cocktails?  You are in the right place. Acclaimed Italian bar manager Jonny Amir has crafted a series of exclusive cocktails based on the concept of ‘layering” to ensure a multi-sensory experience. Hope you brought your phone because between the beautiful design, the breathtaking view and the amazing cocktail glasses (Eau de Mer – caviar-infused rum, white port, house-made seaweed syrup and earthy Roots Mastic liqueur – for example is served in a seashell) The Lounge is an instagrammer dream. Oh, and did we mention they offer complimentary house-made snacks from 5 to 8 pm? 
 
Hong Kong Madame fav cocktail: Quinine (HKD 138), inspired by the original Gin & Tonic that was created by British military officers stationed in India who would combine quinine, a prevention for malaria, with citrus and their daily gin ration. And now I don’t like it just because it is served in a diamond-shaped glass (call me posh if you wish) but also because it’s yummy and dangerous with its Spanish Gin Tonica, white peach liqueur, white port and burnt honey. God, I swear I could easily drink 3 glasses of this. 
 
The Lounge at Zest by Konishi
29/F, 18 On Lan Street – Central 
 
 
 
XX at Rosewood Hong Kong 

Cocktails with a view
A ladies-only speakeasy which welcome you in an intimate and stylish atmosphere and offers a terrace with amazing clear view of Hong Kong Island skyline … yes please! Hidden on 5/F of Rosewood Hong Kong, XX (named after the female chromosomes) is the latest and chicest girly hot spot in town. 
 
Hong Kong Madame tips: you won’t be able to access the speakeasy if you haven’t book before (the bar has a password protected entry) and the secret phone number isn’t easy to find but here we are, sharing it with you: +852 5239 9219 (don’t forget to mention you  saw it on Hong Kong Madame, you’ll be treated with extra-care!)
 
 
Hong Kong Madame fav cocktail: SEXY – SHE SAYS THAT A LOT (HKD 160) with Champagne, jasmine, Bergamot, Fizz and London No. 3 Gin. Because hey, girl nights call for Champagne, right? 
 
XX at Rosewood Hong Kong
5/F, 18 Salisbury Road – TST 
 
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by Aude Camus
 
Did you know that all tea (whether it’s green tea, black tea, red tea, oolong …) stems from the same plant: Camellia? 
 
Tell Camellia, the latest speakeasy in town, invites you to travel the world and discover some of the world’s most exciting, and not always well-known, tea cultures. Each of the tea cocktail on the menu is named after the origin of the tea it showcases … and yes, no worries we are speaking of cocktails, so alcohol is also definitely on the list of ingredients. 

Tell Camellia: tea for two and two for cocktail
Where will your adventures take you first? We could stay in Asia and travel to Japan (HKD 95), represented through a quite minimalistic (yet highly photogenic as this drink is served in a floating wooden cup) umami-filled cocktail featuring distilled matcha tea, shochu (Japanese alcohol made from distilled rice), pumpkin seed, mint, fermented soybeans and a very unique garnish or rare plankton and seaweed dust. Or head off straight to Sri Lanka (HKD 95) where grows the world-famous Ceylon Tea here blended with coconut, basmati rice, green algae, rye whisky and homemade local Ape Amma milk wine. Looking to go on a longer haul? Why don’t you embark on an adventure to  ), the country of wildlife, chocolate biscuits (the famous Tim Tams) and horticulture? In the far north of the Queensland region grows the Yalangi Rain Tea here combined with Tim Tams, clarified strawberry, blue cheese and whiskey. And if you are interested in a Middle East adventure then why not ordering Turkey (HKD 95), a tasty blend of Rize Tea and Raki (Turskish national alcohol made of re-distilled grapes and aniseed).
 

Tell Camellia: tea for two and two for cocktail
Hong Kong Madame’s fav: Kenya (HKD 95), a cocktail combining Kenya’s rich agriculture and local flavors such as local Marinyn tea, homemade banana wine, orange-fleshed sweet potatoes and crunchy cornflakes with a dash of aged rum. Not only does this drink looks beautiful, it’s also so yum! 
 
Any G&T lovers out here? 

Tell Camellia: tea for two and two for cocktail
The T&Tonic subsection of the menu is dedicated to herbal and tisane teas re-distilled with gin. 
 
I’ve tried all the cocktails one the menu (yes, I’m not kidding … I did try them ALL) and have to say I am pretty impressed. This tiny little speakeasy does take tea and cocktails seriously! But it doesn’t come as much of a surprise knowing that behind the bar you’ll find award-winning bar specialist and bartender Sandeep Hathiramani and Gagan Gurung. 
 
Anyone interested in joining me for a cuppa next time?  
 
 
Tell Camellia
LG, H Code, 45 Pottinger Street- Central 
 


 
This write-up is based on a free cocktail tasting hosted by Tell Camellia. No money has been paid by Tell Camellia for publishing this review. 







 

 

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