Cocktail bar in Nice: a vaulted cellar, house creations and French producers

How is the cocktail list built?

The menu follows a few principles: legible house creations, classics that stay true to their recipes, and producers with a distinct identity. It keeps the number of recipes down and the flavor profiles clear, so you can choose by taste.

Is there a terrace?

Yes, a terrace of about ten tables (around 20 seats) on the pedestrian alley, away from cars. In fine weather, it looks onto the old façades, narrow lanes and neighborhood life of Old Nice.

Which French producers shape the selection?

The French producers bring aromatic contrast and a story behind each bottle. They give the cocktails depth without complicating the menu.

• Distillerie des Aravis: an artisanal house revived in 2020 by Romain and Sarah Gauthier, built around traditional distillation and family know-how.
• Audemus Spirits: we chose Umami Gin, made with Sicilian capers, juniper and bergamot, for a savory, distinctive profile.

Which Riviera and Provence producers stand behind the cocktails?

The menu also makes room for producers from the South of France who share Nice's character: citrus, herbs, freshness and local roots.

• Comte de Grasse: the Grasse distillery presents a contemporary take on spirits, shaped by perfume-extraction techniques and a strong Provence identity.
• Chateau de Saint-Martin and Liquoristerie de Provence: the estate's history goes back several centuries. Brought back into the family in 2018, the Liquoristerie produces liqueurs and spirits there, including Singlar, finished in barrels that once held vin cuit de Provence.

Why keep international classics on the list?

Classics remain the touchstone of a cocktail bar. The IBA still treats them as a global reference, and these benchmarks help everyone choose between bitter, dry, bright or rounder profiles.

Which house creations tell the bar's story?

The house creations set the style of the place: accessible, precise, and distinctive enough to be remembered.

• Andre: a structured creation for those who like clean, deep and direct profiles.
• Henriette: softer and more aromatic, a good way into the house style.

Why choose this cocktail bar in Nice for your evening?

A central address, a vaulted cellar, a legible menu, a team that looks after you all evening, and a program of events: enough to make a whole night of it.

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