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A polished cocktail bar with real character, this is one of the places that helped put Tirana on the map for serious drinks. The menu is known for inventive cocktails that draw on Albanian ingredients and ideas without feeling forced, so the experience stays rooted in the city rather than chasing trends. There is energy here, but it is matched by confidence and precision behind the bar. Come for drinks that feel distinctive and stay for a room that manages to be both stylish and easy to settle into.
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This list does not claim to be up to date, complete or correct. The drinks and prices on the bar’s own menu are authoritative.
Turkish Coffee, Toasted Cocoa, Honey, Spices, Muscat Raki, Rum
The Albanian morning ritual—a strong, spiced coffee—reimagined as an evening cocktail. Muscat raki, toasted cocoa, and honey bring warmth and depth to this celebration of local coffee culture.
Paprika, Passion Fruit, Choco Bitters, Lime, Rup of Rums
Our best seller since opening night—and for very good reason. Tropical, vibrant, balanced, and endlessly refreshing, C’EST RUM is the cocktail that says the night has properly begun.
Fortified Kalmet, Bitter, Juniper Raki
A tribute to Kalmet—Albania’s notable indigenous grape. The classic Negroni structure reimagined through local spirits, producing something rich, bitter, and rooted in Albanian ermite.
Burrel Pine, Apple Biscuit, Fire Water, Manhilo, Charber Liquour, Plus Freferall
A love letter to Albanian beekeeping. Highland bee pollen meets the distinctive Pulis Brendi raki—one of Albania’s most treasured local spirits. Sweet, complex, aromatic, and unlike anything else.
Mountain Tea, Barley, Honey, Lemon, Gin, Sparkling Water
Albanian mountain tea—harvested from the peaks of the Albanian Alps—is the heart of this clean, refreshing gin cocktail. The climber earns the view; this drink captures the elevation.
Hazelnut Milk, Tonka Bean, Cocoa, Ferger Fis Raki
Velvety, dessert-like, and deeply satisfying. Hazelnut milk and tonka bean create a creamy canvas; elderflower adds a delicate perfume; Albanian pear raki anchors it all with mountain character.
Orange, Clove, Plum, Diluted Vermouth, Rye, Bourbon
Our signature since day one. The NU FASHION is Nouvelle Vague’s personal declaration—a spin on the Old Fashioned that dictates who we are. If you can only order one drink, order this one.
Olisiphi Honey, Hazim Milk, Chake, Liquour, Suitless Liquour, Mezcal
Albania’s Ottoman heritage distilled into a cocktail. Albanian chestnut honey meets the smoke of mezcal and the richness of buttered tequila—east meets west in one extraordinary glass.
Red Apple, Panxha, Vanilla, Dacojn, Blackberry Raki, Tequila
Named after the Albanian poppy fields. A rich, smoky contrast—the floral delicacy of poppies meets the depth of blackberry raki and the smoke of tequila. Bold, layered, and unmistakably Albanian.
Quince, Albanian Honey, Raki
Quince is deeply woven into Albanian culinary tradition. Here it becomes a cocktail—the fruit’s tart sweetness balanced by local honey and the distinctive character of Albanian raki. Autumn in a glass.
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