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Local craft cocktails done right, with a dash COMICS: Introducing the new menu at hopscotch bar
Featuring potent cocktails, beautiful DJs and of course: 1-for-1 drink deals

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By Derrick Chan and Alvin Teo
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Think Red Dot Museum and you'll think of a place featuring great, innovative product  and communications designs. And that level of creativity can also be seen at Hopscotch Bar, located on the ground floor facing the "courtyard", and opposite a cafe. It features  outdoor and indoor seating for up to 80 .

We visited Hopscotch Bar on a late afternoon (they're open 4pm to 1am daily) and while the weather was best suited to be paired with a nice cold beer, we've heard so much about this 3rd iteration of the cocktail menu that we had to give them a try. 
What’s unique about Hopscotch Bar is that it’s rustically real - from the guys we met: Louis, Joel and  Joshua, to the boardgames and retro knick knacks in the premises, these genuine peeps are foremost Singaporeans and they’re seemingly creating a sure impact in the Singapore craft cocktail scene.
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The 3rd hopscotch Menu

"What's a 3rd menu, or volume 3?", we asked the guys. We’re told that every 6 months or so, they try to refresh their offerings, keep things interesting and allow them to bring to life ideas and experiments they've constantly been toying around with. Besides the palate,  they've also made each editon of their menus a visual masterpiece. This 3rd edition is much fashioned alike a comic book; actually featuring both western styled illustrations as well as Manga-themed ones. There's of course the local twist that's heavily influenced the overall theme. Yes, there's a story from the first page to the last.  We'll just show you the cover and not ruin the insides for you (okay we actually will show you more later, but not everything.) 
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The craftsmen of hopscotch bar

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Joel Ne Win, 24
“Young and dangerous”, the bartender has indeed secured this title from a recent competition. Sporting a different hairdo each time, Jo (which he introduces himself as) is all about making sure you have a good time! His drinks have melted the hearts of many women, and his jovial and lighthearted spirit broke the tough-guy facades of many men. Under his gallivanting spirit; lies the heart of a mastermind behind the ingenious third menu. He also recently emerged a finalist in the La Maison Cointreau Competition in 2015 and will be competing in the finals next month. Since the departure of Kino Soh from Hopscotch in Oct 2015, Jo is now the new Head Mixologist of Hopscotch bar.
Jaslynn Looi, 23
A seasoned warrior from the now defunct Mars Bar, Jaslynn has since delved deeper into the arena of drink making. Diligently tasting every ingredient she comes across, and experimenting with new and wacky concoctions, Jaslynn has even managed to find out three of her allergies in this colossal process. Get a drink from Jas and you can be guaranteed something different each time. Jas is also responsible for some of the jazziest drinks on the new menu.

The Craft Cocktails

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Eating Air (Jiak Hong)
ArteNOM Seleccion Tequila Anejo
Torch Ginger
Angostura & Chocolate Bitters
Joe's Kampong Falernum
Fresh Citrus
Yuzu & Berries Tea Air

Blended with Dry Ice to create a Sorbet that is finished with Yuzu and Berries Tea Air toppings

A comforting one that cools the body in this ever-freaking hot weather. And it reminds us of sourly sweet prunes from the mak mak store. Altogether, the craft cocktail is rather salty and definitely citrusy; slightly spicy and peppery, with sweetness and a tad of pungent-ness; and undoubtedly, a whole-lot-of fresh Tequila!

Something's cooking coolly and we can't wait to share with you on Monday! #thirstymerlion @hopscotch_bar

A video posted by Thirsty Merlion (@thirstymerlion) on Mar 5, 2016 at 11:03am PST


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Angostura White Reserva Rum 
Angostura Trinidad & Tobago Caribbean Rum 
Philibert Routin Vanilla 
Ginger Cordial 
Fresh Citrus 
Served with Root Beer espuma, candied Ginger and Feuilletine 

The gurus say it’s the classic Dark and Stormy, except modified, but we’ve never tasted the original prior, and rightfully virgins to the D&S that we’d predicted that Hopscotch’s version might have set a very high benchmark. Anyways, imagine tasty sweet Rum overly infused with candied Ginger and foamy Root Beer, hence the reminiscence of a big brown bear with an orange top and no pants appears ever so vividly.

A video posted by Thirsty Merlion (@thirstymerlion) on Mar 5, 2016 at 11:15am PST


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Chicken Soup for the Alcoholic's Soul 
Bonito Infused Smirnoff Vodka 
Chicken Stock 
Salt and Pepper 
Soya and Sesame Oil 
Coriander 
Cherry Tomatoes 

Served as hot Chicken Soup that is broth-ed with Truffle aioli and spheres, Coriander and sliced Tomatoes, and gracefully paired with mini Garlic Baguette(s)
 
Probably the only cocktail your doctor would prescribe and encourage. Nicely herbed. Quick alike a Chicken Essence for perk-me-up, or may be the steamboat soup during CNY with truckloads of YoMeiShu. Anyways, fair warning: the generous portions of Vodka would make you feel otherwise.

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Old but Gold

3:30pm teatime: "Old but Gold" - Caramel popcorn infused bulleit bourbon, black walnut and pistachio bitters with rosemary and orange peel in ice, topped with salami X amarena cherry garnish. #thirstymerlion #hopscotchsg

A photo posted by Alvin Teo (@alvinteo) on Feb 1, 2016 at 11:40pm PST


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Kachang Booze
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In Summary

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The Exchange are on a mission. They wanna help people start their weekends right. A wide range of finely concocted  cocktails, gorgeous DJs spinning, and bar bites that will keep you thinking and craving their after taste when the Monday Blues strike. Oh, and a charismatic and talented bar manager in Thina. We'll definitely be hitting the Launch Party... come join us!  Hot club tracks spun by the hottest female DJs; as well as house pour spirits, selected bottled beers & Premium Stoli Vodka Martinis in their Doubles Bar (Your 2nd Drink is Free) all night! 

And if one night a week is too little time spent at The Exchange, they have a hugely popular Ladies Night too!

Find your poison at #hopscotchsg #cocktails #alcohol #liquor #saturday #sgbars #singaporebars #beer

A photo posted by Hopscotch (@hopscotch_bar) on Mar 4, 2016 at 8:50pm PST

Hopscotch Bar is located at Red Dot Traffic Building,  28 Maxwell Road, #01-04,  Singapore 069120. The nearest MRT is Tanjong Pagar. The bar opens 4pm to 1am daily.

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