Birmingham’s vibrant cocktail scene is a testament to the city’s creativity, craftsmanship, and passion for the art of mixology. The cocktail culture thrives in the city where bartenders have turned into alchemists of flavour.
There is artistry, style, and great taste to be had at the many establishments that serve inspiring and intoxicating cocktails. They are great for an after work hang out with colleagues and friends or for bottomless brunching on the weekends.
Some of the best cocktails bars are located in the city centre - including the best gin bar in the world in Jewellery Quarter. And there are several amazing options for cocktail fans.
We used Google ratings to rank the best of the best cocktail bars in Birmingham, and the top choice may surprise you. It’s a bar located in south Birmingham and has been hailed by several chefs and critics as incredible.
Here are the 16 cocktail bars in Birmingham ranked according to Google reviews:
5. Brightsmith on the Water at Hilton Metropole by the NEC
BrightSmith on the Water is located inside Hilton Metropole by the NEC. It has a Google rating of 4.7 after 14 reviews. | Fionnuala Bourke
6. Aluna, the Mailbox
Inside Aluna cocktail bar at the Mailbox in Birmingham city centre. The cocktail bar has a Google rating of 4.6 from 1427 reviews. (Photo - Promo photo supplied by Delicious PR) | Promo photo supplied by Delicious PR
7. The Ivy Birmingham
The Ivy Birmingham on Temple Row has Google rating of 4.5 from 2383 reviews. (Photo - The Ivy) | The Ivy Birmingham
8. The Alchemist, Brindleyplace
The Alchemist has two branches in Birmingham. The Brindleyplace venue has a Google rating of 4.5 from 662 reviews. (Photo - Google Maps) | Google Maps