Truly a hidden treasure, Ruby’s is a beautiful, impeccably elegant bar opened by the veterans of K-Bar in a plush 18th century townhouse with oriental rugs, tall windows and ceilings, chandeliers, and a heated courtyard. Though the interiors make for a convivial, cocktail-party setting, you can also unwind by sitting at the bar and chatting to the bartender to find out some of his favourite concoctions. This is the kind of place where you can tell the expert team of cocktail mixologists which flavours or tastes you’re looking for, and you can then let them concoct exactly the drink you’re looking for. Ruby’s specializes in seasonal cocktails with the best spirits matched with fresh seasonal fruits, such as autumnal “Maple & Apple Sour”, a mix of Maker’s Mark bourbon, reduced red apple juice, fresh lemon juice and maple syrup. Other seasonal specials include the “Primavera”, a mix of white grapefruit juice, Galliano L’Autentico herbal liqueur, Agrapart & Fils Champagne and Campari. Look out for Ruby’s “Spirit Sessions”, educational basement sessions introducing clientele to the finer points of cocktail appreciation. €
