The Best Cocktails at Balcony Bar: Your Complete Drinks Menu Guide

Balcony Bar isn't just about karaoke and rooftop vibes - we're serious about our cocktails. Here's your complete guide to the drinks that keep Dundee coming back.

Our Signature Serves

The Balcony Espresso Martini

Our Most Popular Drink

Smooth vodka, coffee liqueur, fresh espresso, and a hint of vanilla. Served ice-cold with three coffee beans on top.

Why it's special: We use locally roasted Dundee coffee beans and shake each martini for exactly 15 seconds to get that perfect foam.

Perfect for: Pre-game energy, post-dinner pick-me-up, or anytime you need a boost.

Price: £9.95

The Seagate Sunset

Staff Favorite

Aperol, prosecco, fresh orange juice, and soda. Served over ice with an orange wheel.

Why it's special: Designed to be enjoyed on our rooftop terrace at golden hour. Light, refreshing, and Instagram-worthy.

Perfect for: Summer evenings, rooftop sessions, day drinking.

Price: £8.50

Dark & Stormy

Winter Warmer

Dark rum, ginger beer, fresh lime, and a dash of Angostura bitters.

Why it's special: We use premium aged rum and craft ginger beer for a spicier kick.

Perfect for: Cold Dundee nights, before heading to Firewater.

Price: £9.50

Classic Cocktails Done Right

Gin & Tonic

We stock 15+ premium gins including local Scottish distilleries. Each served with proper garnishes and Fever-Tree tonics.

Gins Include:

• Hendrick's (cucumber & rose petal)
• Edinburgh Gin (lemon & rosemary)
• Tanqueray 10 (grapefruit)
• Monkey 47 (premium German gin)

Price: From £8.50

Mojito

Fresh mint, white rum, lime juice, sugar, soda water. Muddled fresh to order.

Summer Special: Try our passionfruit or strawberry variations.

Price: £9.50

Old Fashioned

Bourbon, sugar cube, Angostura bitters, orange peel. Stirred, not shaken.

Whisky Upgrade: +£2 for premium Scottish single malt.

Price: From £10.50

Aperol Spritz

Aperol, prosecco, soda, orange slice. The Italian classic.

Perfect for: Rooftop afternoon sessions.

Price: £8.50

Margarita

Tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, salt rim. Classic or frozen.

Flavors: Classic, Strawberry, Mango, Passionfruit.

Price: £9.50

Cocktail Pitchers (Perfect for Groups)

Espresso Martini Pitcher

Serves 4-6

Our famous espresso martini scaled up for sharing. Perfect for birthday pre-drinks.

Price: £32.00 (save £8!)

Pornstar Martini Pitcher

Serves 4-6

Vanilla vodka, passionfruit, vanilla syrup, prosecco shots on the side.

Price: £35.00

Sangria Pitcher

Serves 4-6

Red or white wine, brandy, fresh fruit, lemonade.

Perfect for: Rooftop sessions in summer.

Price: £28.00

Beer & Cider

Craft Beers

We support local Scottish breweries:

• BrewDog Punk IPA - Aberdeen's finest
• Innis & Gunn - Edinburgh lager
• 71 Brewing - Dundee's own brewery
• Tennent's - The Scottish classic

Price: £4.50-£5.50

Ciders

• Thistly Cross - Scottish craft cider
• Strongbow - Classic refreshment
• Kopparberg - Flavored options

Price: £4.50-£5.00

Wine Selection

By the Glass

• House white/red/rosé - £5.50
• Prosecco - £6.50
• Pinot Grigio - £6.50
• Malbec - £6.50

By the Bottle

• House wines from £18
• Premium wines from £25
• Prosecco from £22

Spirits & Mixers

Standard Spirits: £4.50 single / £7.00 double Premium Spirits: £5.50 single / £8.50 double

Spirits Include:

• Vodka (Smirnoff, Absolut, Grey Goose)
• Gin (Gordons, Hendrick's, Tanqueray)
• Rum (Bacardi, Havana Club, Kraken)
• Whisky (Bells, Famous Grouse, Jack Daniel's)
• Tequila (Jose Cuervo, Patrón)

Soft Drinks & Mocktails

Mocktails

All our cocktails can be made alcohol-free:

• Virgin Mojito - £5.50
• Virgin Piña Colada - £5.50
• Passion Fruit Spritz - £5.50

Soft Drinks

• Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Sprite - £2.50
• Fresh juices - £3.00
• Fever-Tree tonics & sodas - £2.00

Happy Hour Specials

Tuesday-Thursday: 5pm-8pm

• 2-for-1 on all cocktails
• £3.50 pints
• £2.50 standard spirits

Student Discounts

Valid student ID gets you:

• 20% off cocktails (Sun-Thurs)
• £4 pints (anytime)

What the Experts Say

The Courier featured Balcony Bar in their "Seven Cocktail Bars in Dundee" guide, praising our commitment to quality serves and local ingredients.

During Dundee Cocktail Week (October 10-19 annually), we're one of the featured venues offering special discounted cocktails.

Pairing Suggestions

Before Firewater

Espresso Martini - Energy for the club next door

Rooftop Sessions

Aperol Spritz or G&T - Light, refreshing, social

Karaoke Night

Pornstar Martini - Fun, fruity, confidence-boosting

Date Night

Old Fashioned or Margarita - Sophisticated, conversation starters

Behind the Bar

Our bartenders aren't just pouring drinks - they're craftspeople. Lead bartender Jake has 8+ years experience and has worked at award-winning bars across Scotland.

Fun Fact: Jake can make an Espresso Martini in under 45 seconds during peak hours without compromising quality.

The Cocktail Experience

Unlike mega-clubs or corporate chains, Balcony Bar focuses on quality over quantity:

• Fresh ingredients (no pre-mix garbage)
• Proper glassware for each drink
• Correct ice (cubed, crushed, or block depending on cocktail)
• Premium spirits available
• Knowledgeable staff who care about your drink

Dundee's Cocktail Scene

Balcony Bar sits alongside other great Dundee cocktail venues:

• Draffens - Speakeasy vibes
• Bird & Bear - Long-standing favorite
• Jute Café Bar - Creative cocktails
• Nola - Subterranean cool

But we're the only one with a rooftop terrace AND next-door access to Firewater nightclub.

Group Bookings & Events

Planning a birthday, hen party, or celebration?

We offer:

• Reserved rooftop area
• Cocktail pitchers
• Personalized service
• Connection to Firewater for after

Contact us: website@balconybar.co.uk

The Perfect Night

7pm: Arrive at Balcony Bar rooftop 7:15pm: Order Aperol Spritz 8pm: Switch to Espresso Martinis 9pm: Cocktail pitcher with friends 9:30pm: Karaoke (Fri/Sat) 10:30pm: Walk next door to Firewater 3am: Best night ever

The Bottom Line

Balcony Bar's cocktails hit the sweet spot: premium quality without pretentious prices. Whether you're a cocktail connoisseur or just want something tasty, we've got you covered.

Visit Balcony Bar at 48 Seagate, Dundee for Dundee's best rooftop cocktails.

Shake. Stir. Sip. Repeat.