The Cigar Yurt at Cheval Blanc Courchevel

The Cigar Yurt at Cheval Blanc Courchevel offers a bar experience unlike anything else in the Alps. A cosy and intimate wooden yurt perched above the slopes is transformed into a secret fumoir with warm mountain comfort. Inside, the atmosphere is rich and inviting, with armchairs, soft rugs, and wooden furnishings that create the feeling of a hideaway. Guests who prefer a slower pace can enjoy handcrafted leather and felt travel games, backgammon boards and cards, perfect companions to their fine spirits or cigars. The Cigar Yurt welcomes both cigar and spirit enthusiasts to unwind, It feels more like a mountaintop study or an explorer’s private lounge than a traditional hotel bar, offering a sense of seclusion within Cheval Blanc Courchevel. It’s a quiet retreat after a day on the slopes or a memorable spot to enjoy exceptional cigars and rare spirits with friends.

Le Bar Botaniste at Shangri-La Paris

Located in the historic Shangri-La Paris, Le Bar Botaniste is an intimate hideaway that pays homage to the splendour of Napoleonic tents. Its beverage programme draws inspiration from the botanical passion of Prince Roland Bonaparte, the estate’s former master. Today, the bar remains one of Western Paris’s best kept secrets. Le Bar Botaniste presents a remarkable selection of singular cocktails, including the Lost in Translation, their interpretation of an Old Fashioned crafted with vanilla and black pepper infused olive oil. Another highlight is the Hornet’s Treat, a tribute to the Bonaparte family emblem, the bee. Blending honey and fig with tequila, it offers a refreshingly fruity interlude. Discreet and refined, the bar features thoughtfully curated spirits and a distinctive mixology menu. Recognised by the Forbes Travel Guide and named among the winners of the prestigious 58 Best Hotel Star Bars, this exceptional spot is not to be missed.

GǑNG Bar at Shangri-La The Shard, London

GŎNG Bar, London’s highest hotel bar perched on Level 52 of Shangri-La The Shard, offers a special cocktail menu: Nature & Earth. This exciting new lineup is inspired by the lifecycle of a plant, from seed to juice - a sensorial journey from earth to glass, grounded in Asian heritage and crafted with sustainable intent. Nature & Earth is a tribute to nature’s transformation - a celebration of growth, character, and cultural story. Each cocktail focuses on a single hero ingredient, drawing from verdant landscapes, ancient forests, tea gardens, and fragrant spice markets. With Nature & Earth, GŎNG continues to redefine high-altitude mixology, delivering not only breathtaking views of the London skyline but also a drinking experience elevated by thought, sustainability, and soul. Whether celebrating a special occasion or discovering a new favourite flavour, guests can expect a journey through nature - inspired by our roots and poured with purpose.