Singapore Cocktail Week 2016 will open with the biggest cocktail party of the year on Sunday March 12 at Zouk. Join in the festival and meet some of the biggest cocktail stars, and immerse in the celebration of cocktails and exciting experiences presented by brand partners Absolut Elyx, Diageo Reserve World Class, Hendrick’s Gin and Monkey Shoulder Whisky.

• Step into the Member’s Lounge and enjoy signature serves by Absolut Elyx.
• Catch Alen Nikolovski from The Baxter Inn (No. 6 on World’s 50 Best Bars) and Absolut Elyx Ambassador Aki Eguchi as they present the ‘Flamingo’ punch bowl service, made with Absolut Elyx, passionfruit, lemon, grapefruit juice and sparkling wine.
• At the main bar, Hendrick’s Gin and Monkey Shoulder Whisky Ambassadors Tasha Lu and Jay Gray shake up Tiki-inspired cocktails such as the ‘Hendrick’s Flora Dora’, prepared with Hendrick’s gin, lime, ginger beer and raspberry and ‘Monkey Shoulder Jam-Rock Sour’ made with Monkey Shoulder whisky, falernum syrup and bitters.
• Diageo Reserve World Class presents a World Class bar where guests can sip on cocktails such as the ultimate ‘Gin and Tonic’, sprayed with Grapefruit Bitters. 
• Guest DJ Kenneth Francis, renowned for his signature sounds of Afro, funk, Latin and tribal beats; accompanied by multi-talented percussionist Mohamed Noor, who has performed internationally at events such as Big Bang Percussion Festival in London and Mosaic Music Festival.

Entry to the opening party is limited to wristband holders and all cocktails are priced at $14++. Revelers can purchase their wristbands at $38 nett online at www.singaporecocktailweek.com.sg or via participating outlets or at Zouk. All are welcomed, except you know who. 

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