Velvet Halo Coconut Daiquiri
£6White Rum, Coconut Syrup, Lemon Juice, Foaming Bitters
Mocktail: Pina No-Colada£5
On sale
Reading Cocktail Week
2 to 11 July 2027
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Ten days of signature cocktails from £6 in bars and restaurants across Reading, with a mocktail in every one. One wristband unlocks the lot.
Wristbands from
Get your wristband£7.95each, groups of 4+
singles from £9.95
Wristbands are selling fast.
How many of you?
4 × £7.95 = £31.80 plus £7.80 booking fees. Your group saves £8.
Early Bird Wristband£9.95
Advance Discount Wristband£12.95
Final Release Wristband£14.95
Discounted Group Wristbands£7.95 each
Plus booking fee. Cocktails are paid for at the bar. 600+ people already following Reading Cocktail Week.
10days
22venues last time
£6cocktails from
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On sale
Reading, 2 to 11 July10 days, all unlocked with one wristband.
Signature cocktails from£6
How it works
Buy it. Collect it. Shake it up.
One wristband for all ten days. Cocktails are paid for at the bar.
Buy it.
Buy online from £7.95 each in groups of 4 or more. Your ticket barcode arrives by email.
Collect it.
Collection points are announced before the week starts. Show your ticket barcode and staff swap it for your wristband. One barcode per wristband.
Shake it up.
Signature cocktails from £6 and a mocktail in every venue taking part, plus the wristband deals.
Who took part last time
What was pouring in 2026
22 bars and restaurants made a signature cocktail and a mocktail for Reading Cocktail Week 2026. Full 2027 venue and cocktail announcement coming soon.
On sale now
Reading Cocktail Week 2 to 11 July 2027
Wristbands are on sale now. Get yours before the line-up drops.
Get your wristbandRaspberry Beret
£6Ciroc Berry, Chambord, Big Blue Syrup, Lemon Juice, Raspberry & Cranberry Cordial, Gold Dust, Lemonade
Mocktail: AF Bit of Me£5
Life's A Peach
£7Smirnoff Miami Peach, Peach Puree, Lemon Juice, Apple Juice, Raspberry Syrup, Fizzy Peach Sweets
Mocktail: Virgin Peach Mojito£5.50
Elder & Eve
£7Vodka, Elderflower, Apple Juice, Lemon juice
Mocktail: Elder & Eve Mocktail£5
Kiwi Margarita
£7El Jimador Blanco, Cointreau, Agave, Lime Juice, Aquafaba Egg Alternative, Fresh Kiwi
Mocktail: Kiwi Margarita Mocktail£6
Monkey Wants Apple
£7Jack Daniel's Whiskey, Black Irish Whiskey Liqueur, Cloudy Apple, Fresh Lemon Juice, Real Apple Syrup, Demerara Syrup, Fresh Mint Leaves, Cider
Mocktail: Monkey Wants Apple 0%£5
Mezcal Watermelon Margarita
£6Mezcal Quiquiriqui, Fresh Lime Juice, Triple Sec, Muddled Watermelon, Watermelon Syrup
Mocktail: Mule Mojito£6
Emerald Jam
£6Jameson Whiskey, Blackberry Liqueur, Lemon Juice, Sugar Syrup, Apple Juice
Mocktail: Emerald Mist£4
Reading Milk
£7Black Tears Spiced Rum, Coffee Liqueur, Milk, Nutmeg, and Sugar
Mocktail: Biscoff Martini Mocktail£5
Disaronno Blush
£7Amaretto Disaronno, Raspberry Liqueur, Sour Mix, Cranberry Juice
Mocktail: Passionfruit Cooler£5
Penta Watermelon Margarita
£7El Jimador Tequila, Triple Sec, Watermelon Juice, Lime Juice, Sugar Syrup
Mocktail: Summer Regret£5.50
Thai Spicy Margarita
£7Chilli Lemongrass Margarita Mix, Tequila, Rosa's Chilli Oil, Chilli
Mocktail: Thai Spicy Margarita Mocktail£5
Peach Long Island
£7Gordons Gin, Bacardi Rum, Cointreau, Wyborowa Vodka, El Sueno Tequila, Peach Syrup, CocaCola, Lemon Wedge
Mocktail: Peach Low Island£4
Pink Poppy Club
£5Bacardi Raspberry, Poppy Liqueur, Lemon Juice, Strawberry Syrup, Soda, Viola, Lemon Wheel
Mocktail: Raspberry & Elderflower Cooler£5
Pizza Party
£7Ghost Tequila, Tomato Water (made in house), Basil & Oregano Syrup (made in house), Supasawa, Saline
Mocktail: Silent Disco£7
Saluti
£5Mezcal, Aperol, Grapefruit Soda, Lime Juice, Agave Nectar, Celery Bitters, Celery Salt
Mocktail: Elderflower Cooler£5
Sbagliato
£7Campari, Antica Formula, La Vita Sociale Prosecco
Mocktail: Virgin Negroni£5
Apricot Collins
£7Bombay Sapphire, Fresh Lemon Juice, Apricot Syrup, White Grape & Apricot Soda, Lemon Wedge, Apricot
Mocktail: Apricot Not Collins£7
ZD Espresso Martini
£7Absolut Vanilla, Kahlua, Coffee, Zerodegrees Black Lager Syrup
Mocktail: Tropical Cooler£5
Sunset Mango Margarita
£7Tequila, Mango, Orange, Lemon, Persian Lime, Smoked Paprika Salt Rim
Mocktail: Mango & Lime Cooler£5
Who took part
All 22 Reading venues from 2026
Tap a venue for its page, what it poured and its Cocktail Week history.
- Angel BarVelvet Halo Coconut Daiquiri18 Prospect St, Caversham
- Be At OneRaspberry Beret1 Gun St, Reading
- Boom Battle BarLife's A Peach12-14 Station Rd, Reading
- The BotanistPink Poppy Club1-5 King St, Reading
- Calico Bar & EateryMai Tai33, London Street
- Celeste BarElder & EveUnit 5A, Kings Road
- The Cocktail ClubPizza Party5-6 Gun St, Reading
- Cosy ClubKiwi MargaritaThe Oracle, Reading
- The CrownSaluti3 Bridge Street, Caversham
- Flight ClubMonkey Wants AppleFlight Club Reading, Units 7/9
- Lola LoMezcal Watermelon Margarita127, Friar St
- McCafferty's Irish BarEmerald JamMcCafferty's Bar Reading, 12-14 Friar Street
- Milk BarReading Milk8 Merchants Place, Reading
- Miller & CarterDisaronno BlushUnit 5, The Oracle Centre
- NovotelTropical Garden25B Friar Street, Reading
- PentaHotelPenta Watermelon MargaritaOxford Rd, Reading
- The Reading Room Restaurant & BarSbagliato26 The Forbury, Reading
- The Rising SunApricot Collins16 Castle Street, Reading
- Rosa's ThaiThai Spicy MargaritaJacksons Corner, 1-9 Kings Rd
- Spill BarPeach Long Island29 Church St, Caversham
- ZeroDegreesZD Espresso Martini9 Bridge St, Reading
- ZizziSunset Mango MargaritaOracle Shopping Centre, Reading
See the full 2026 line-up and favourites
Venues change from year to year. The 2027 line-up is announced here once it's confirmed.
Take the quiz · from last time's menu
Which Reading Cocktail Week cocktail are you?
Three taps and we'll match you to a cocktail from our last Reading menu.
Where they poured in 2026
Last time's venues on the map
Tap a pin to see what each bar poured and open its page.
What your wristband unlocks
Food dealsdine out for less with your wristband
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One wristband. Ten days. Every bar on the list.
Signature cocktails from£6Created just for the 10 days.
Every bara mocktail too, so nobody sits it out
Food dealsdine out for less with your wristbandExtra menusmore cocktail offers in the bars that go further
Ten daysShow it at any venue taking part, on any day of the week, as many times as you would like.
Something newa different serve in every bar
Our partners
Who we've worked with in Reading
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Bar guide
The best cocktail bars in Reading
Our guide to Reading's best cocktail bars, by area and occasion, with photos, a map and what to order. Every bar on it has taken part in Reading Cocktail Week.
Read the guideThings to do at nightDate night barsCool barsLate night barsBrunchBeer gardens and terracesMocktails
Look back at Reading Cocktail Week 2026: the most popular bars, the best cocktails and what people said.
Back Reading's bars
Raise a glass to Reading
We started Cocktail Week for one reason: to get people out supporting local hospitality. Bars and restaurants are the heart of a town and they work hard all year round. For 10 days, we bring the whole town together behind them, with signature cocktails created just for the week, mocktails at every venue and a reason to try somewhere new. Every wristband means more people through local doors and more money staying in Reading.
22Reading venues on the trail
1wristband for every bar
10days of new faces for Reading hospitality
Show them some love
- Try at least one bar you've never been to
- Tag the venue and #ReadingCocktailWeek when you post
- Leave them a review if they looked after you
- Vote for your favourite signature cocktail of the week
What ten days looks like
Your week in Reading
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Four or more of you get wristbands for £7.95 each
That's £2 off each wristband. Buy them together in one order, then plan the route in the guide.
FAQs
Good to know
What is Cocktail Week?
Ten full days. Two weekends. Plenty of places to discover. Cocktail Week brings together the best bars and restaurants across Reading with exclusive cocktails from £6, mocktail and food offers. Buy a wristband and explore the town at your own pace.
How does the wristband work?
Buy your wristband online, collect it at an official collection point and wear it when you visit participating venues. Show it when ordering to unlock their Cocktail Week cocktails and offers. You pay each venue directly for your drinks and food. Collection points, dates and opening hours will be listed here and emailed to you closer to the event.
Can I visit more than one venue?
Absolutely. Your wristband works across all participating venues for the full event. Try somewhere new, return to a favourite or spread your plans across both weekends.
Where can I see the venues and offers?
The e-guide will be published here before the event. You'll also get a printed guide with a map when you collect your wristband.
Why are there different ticket prices?
Every wristband unlocks the same offers. Tickets are released in price stages, so the earlier you book the less you pay. Any booking fee is shown at checkout. (Top tip: save the most with our Group tickets!)
Where do I collect my wristband?
Collection points, dates and opening hours will be listed here and emailed to you closer to the event. Bring your barcode ready to scan. You can collect before the event or pick it up before your first venue visit.
Can I come for the mocktails?
Of course. We love mocktails just as much as we love cocktails! Every participating venue offers a mocktail and many have food deals too. The guide will be published here before the event.
Do I need to book a table?
That depends on the venue. Your wristband doesn't guarantee entry or a table, so book directly where bookings are available. It's especially worth planning ahead for food or busy weekend evenings.
When are the offers available?
Cocktail Week offers run throughout the event during participating venues' normal opening hours. The guide will be published here before the event, with venue details and booking information.
Can I get a refund?
We don't offer refunds on Cocktail Week wristbands.
Who can go?
Cocktail Week is 18+ and venues may ask for ID.
Need a hand?
Email hello@cocktail-week.com with Reading and booking reference if you have one. For urgent questions during the event, call 07754 189052 or message our Instagram.
How can I sign up my venue?
Complete Reading's registration form, then submit your offers through the deals form so we can create your listing. If you're registering several venues, complete a form for each location.
Interested in partnering with Cocktail Week?
Put your brand in front of bars, bartenders and customers across the UK and Ireland. We work with drinks brands, BIDs, councils, sponsors and media and travel partners, with campaigns reaching millions of people across our events. Make an enquiry
For brands and partners
Make an enquiryPartner with the UK and Ireland's biggest hospitality and cocktail event
Put your brand at the heart of the hospitality industry. Cocktail Week connects you with an extensive network of bars, bartenders and customers, with campaigns reaching millions of people across our events.
We work with drinks brands, BIDs, councils, sponsors and media, hotel and travel partners. From getting your product into bartenders' hands to bringing new customers through venue doors, we build partnerships that turn awareness into trial, sales and lasting relationships.
Partners we work with
For Reading venues
Register your venue
Want your venue on next year's line-up?
Tell us about your venue and we'll be in touch. Venues taking part report an average 30% uplift in sales across the week.
