In the Corinthia London hotel, you’ll find Velvet – a luxurious, intimate bar offering a spectacular range of beverages to delight the senses. Situated in impressive proximity to Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace, Corinthia London is a hub of luxury and opulence, and Velvet is no exception. Described as a setting in which to celebrate ‘joie de vivre’, this is the ideal location to impress friends, business partners, or loved ones.
Renowned bartender Salvatore Calabrese, nicknamed the Maestro, brings his sharp expertise as curator of the drinks menu. Calabrese is well-known for his magic behind the bar, having created the world’s most expensive cocktail, worth £5,500 and served at The Playboy Club in Mayfair. Combining a range of cocktail classics with more modern creations and unique twists, Velvet’s range offers something exquisite for all tastes.
Calbrese's own cocktail creations put a modern, personal twist on mixology, with his much-loved Breakfast Martini and Spicy Fifty making an appearance on the bar’s extensive menu, alongside a selection of equally delicious non-alcoholic drinks and small plates.
Sipping on Velvet’s splendid selection – perhaps the Americanello, or the Velvet Smash – guests will recline in a glamourous, lavish setting. Dark, velvet curtains create a mysterious, intimate air within the bar, whilst deep red and royal blue furniture, sweeping mirrors, and a standout marble fireplace affirm the palpable sense of luxury in Velvet’s air. Décor is intended to channel that of the early 20th century, creating an elegant and refined setting in which ‘the lost art of cocktail making will be beautifully reimagined’.
Excitingly, the bar also has a performance space for live music, so guests can soak up musical delights as they sip.
Velvet is one of several locations within Corinthia London where guests can pass their time. Others include The Garden, Kerridge’s Bar & Grill, and The Northall Restaurant & Bar.