The Japanese Slipper, Well-Worn and Ready to Rally
With its carefree construction and lurid green hue, the ’80s-era icon of Australian drinking is back to claim its place in cocktail history.
- story: Fred Siggins
- photo: Lizzie Munro
The Australian Pub Has No Equal
With its broad utility as both riotous watering hole and community meeting place, the Australian pub has had a unique effect on the country’s drinking culture. Besha Rodell on how…
- story: Besha Rodell
- illustration: Kaye Blegvad
How the Espresso Martini Became an Australian Obsession
Left behind by American bartenders and drinkers as a relic of the Dark Ages of the Cocktail, the Espresso Martini has always had a home in Australia. Fred Siggins on…
- story: Fred Siggins
- photo: Lizzie Munro
The Best Places to Drink Wine in Melbourne
Australians love wine, and as the homegrown industry has matured, drinkers have become more educated about what the country has to offer—and it’s not all savvy-b on ice and tooth-staining shiraz.…
- story: Talia Baiocchi
The Best Pubs in Melbourne
Considering the country's British roots, the pub is as integral to Australian culture as surfing and a proper sunburn. But unfortunately, most local pubs have morphed into grotesque sports bar-club hybrids…
- story: Talia Baiocchi
The Best Rooftop Bars in Melbourne
The saying goes that Melbourne experiences four seasons in one day. Most people leave the house packing an umbrella and sunglasses and will probably use both, maybe even at the same…
- story: Talia Baiocchi
The Best Hidden Bars in Melbourne
Every street in the grid of Melbourne’s Central Business District (CBD) is connected by quaint cobblestone lanes, designed to allow rear access to businesses. In these dark, graffiti-covered alleyways, bars…
- story: Talia Baiocchi
The Best Craft Beer Bars in Melbourne
Melbourne is now home to more craft breweries than tram stops, and a crop of excellent bars have grown up to support the ever-growing scene. Below is a list of…
- story: Talia Baiocchi
The Best Craft Cocktail Bars in Melbourne
Melbourne’s cocktail scene has come a long way since we invented the Japanese Slipper (you’re welcome). And while we still do a mean Espresso Martini, world-class bars like The Everleigh…
- story: Talia Baiocchi
The Rose
The Rose has all of the trappings of an authentic Melbourne pub: The beer is cold, the big games are always on and the food is cheap and hearty. The…
- story: punch_intern2
