The Alchemist

The Alchemist is the latest venue to appear in the up-and-coming financial district of the Liverpool, offering food, drink and cocktails like you’ve never seen before.

Part of the swanky, up-market chain that’s a staple in cities including London, Manchester and Leeds, Liverpool's Alchemist outlet celebrates the art of unconventional cocktails and craftsmanship in grand surroundings, situated in a beautiful Grade-II listed building close to the iconic Mersey riverfront.

Pick a cocktail from the wacky and wonderful menu and let the molecular mixologists wow you with their incredible concoction-making skills. There are all your favourites such as pornstar martinis, mojitos and frozen daiquiris, but we’d recommend you be spontaneous and try a signature drink; we particularly like the ‘Colour Changing One’ – where you combine potions from two science lab vials and watch in awe as your drink turns a dusty shade of pink amid plumes of smoke – or ‘The Mad Hatters’ for a truly spellbinding experiment. Don't worry if you’re not into cocktails though, as the wine list is pretty lengthy and there’s plenty of beer. 

As well as mind-blowing cocktails, The Alchemist offers an extensive food menu with plates inspired from all over the globe such as Japanese ramen, Cajun salmon and Mexican fajitas, averaging at around £11. 

There’s an inclusive atmosphere about the place, like you’ve all just discovered the city’s best-kept secret and are here to get a slice of the action. Expect a fairly smart dress code and big expectations.

[Megan Walsh]