I've gathered the best places to enjoy the finest whiskey and great ambiance in London, including bars with scarce whiskey collections, unique interiors, or affordable, busy-social atmospheres.
Silverleat
Bishopsgate 3
Bar • Cocktails • Busy-social
Classy, intriguing decor, and a library of whiskeys that could impress even the biggest critic. For those who want to look for drinks other than whiskey, there's a fantastic cocktails list and a great food menu. Definitely worth the visit!
2. East London Liquor Company
Grove Road 221
Bar • Busy-social • Group
An old glue factory transformed into a whiskey and gin distillery - one of the most classic places that are very popular among Londoners! An extensive list of finest drinks, including (but not limited to) whiskey and gin.
Buzzing, social atmosphere at night - it's a great way to celebrate national whiskey day with some friends or colleagues.
3. Swift Soho
Old Compton Street 12
Cocktails • Cozy • Busy-social
Located on Compton Street, this bar is a two-floor building: while upstairs they serve light aperitivi, downstairs, on the other hand, is dark and has so much to discover. 250 drams to explore, including the finest scotch from Japan, America, and Ireland, and a list of 20 strong cocktails to add to the list. Most of those have whiskey at their base, so it's definitely one of the best places to go to for the occasion.
4. Merchant House London
Well Court 13
Bar • Fancy • Date
Whiskey heaven with a selection of over 500 whiskeys for those who want to sample and savor. Some of them are served neat, and some are cocktails that have a whiskey base. Great place with a very bright, floral aesthetic, marble tables, and beautiful sage-color chairs and sofas.
5. Bull in a China Shop - Bar & Restaurant
Shoreditch High Street 196
Bar • Other • Cocktails
The biggest attraction of this place is its Japanese selection of premium, rare whiskeys. Bull in a China Shop has one of the largest collections in London, including special Karuizawa bottlings. Besides, they offer excellent Scotches, so do visit if you have a chance, to have a unique, memorable experience right at the Shoreditch High Street in London.
