Bored of the same Friday evening routine?
We get it: by the end of the week, the last thing you want to spend your time doing is figuring out a detailed itinerary of somewhere central-yet-not-too-overcrowded to hang out with your nearest and dearest. The alternative, of course, is to head to the same bar where you’re so familiar with the barman that he already knows to add lime cordial rather than a slice to your vodka, lime and soda.
So instead, relax, because we’ve put together three ways to enjoy an evening in London with spots that are close together enough that you won’t have to worry about the weather or hailing Ubers from A to B. You’ll find a delicious Singleton’s whisky on the menu no matter which of these options you choose!
Out with your flatmates, work pals or significant other? Found yourself in east, central or the West End? Read on for some ready made solutions!
1. For a fun evening with your pals
A game of crazy golf and a whisky on the rocks might not seem like a traditional pairing but when we’re talking Swingers and The Singleton it’s a match made in a hole-in-one. Swingers, in London’s West End, offers two 9-hole crazy golf courses with three incredible street food vendors to keep you happy all evening. Bring your friends along for a game or two to tackle the Windmill course with a Singleton 12 YO in hand.
Once you’re all putted out, make your way over to the Everyman cinema in Baker Street for an independent film. If you don’t fancy sitting back and relaxing for a few hours, check out the full list of events going on at Everyman here.
2. A classy evening of culture
Right now at the Barbican centre you’ll find Lee Krasner’s “Living Colour” exhibition. Start your evening with Abstract Expressionism as you admire Lee’s self portraits and “little images” from the 1940’s. Once you’ve explored the nearly 100 works of art, continue your evening at Black Rock.
Not only is Black Rock one of East London’s most-famed whisky bars, but it’s also one of the finest in the world. There’s a certain level of expectation when you visit Black Rock, which you’ll note after you’ve spotted the 18 foot English oak table running down the middle of the den. With its characteristic dark and moody atmosphere, it’s a world away from London’s party scene and promises a low key atmosphere to enjoy a whisky on the rocks. Go for The Singleton’s 15YO and let the staff talk you through their favourites.
3. The perfect post-work arrangement
You’ll find various Flight Club venues dotted across in central London but we’ll venture over to the Shoreditch branch for a change of scenery today. No one can deny the fact that Flight Club is a beautiful venue and it’s bolstered with one fairly unique addition: social darts. While it might have once been a spot reserved for bankers and middle aged men, Flight Club has revolutionised the art of throwing a dart against a target. Grab a Singleton 12YO whisky and take aim.
But before you perfect your throw, wander over to Dennis Severs’ house for an early-evening filled with mystery and intrigue. This “still life drama” was created by the previous owner Dennis Severs as a “historical imagination” of what life would have been like inside for a family of Huguenot silk weavers. You’ll struggle to find images or videos of this museum because phones are banned, but we’ll tell you that it’s sufficiently quirky with its own unique sort of charm.
This article was sponsored by The Singleton. 18+ only. Please drink responsibly. For all the facts, visit drinkaware.co.uk.