Jessica O'Marley's
Signature cocktail: Emerald Isle
The week in brief
19 Stirling bars and restaurants took part, and every one poured a signature cocktail made for the week. Vodka was the most used spirit, in 11 of the signature cocktails. 18 venues also made a signature mocktail.
After the week we asked wristband holders which bars they loved most. Jessica O'Marley's, Meraki Bar and Friend of Mine came out on top.
The most popular bars
Picked by wristband holders in our survey after the event.
Meraki Bar
Signature cocktail: Summers End
Friend of Mine
Signature cocktail: Lavender Vodka Bramble
The Bawbee
Signature cocktail: Pumpkin Spice Flat White Martini
Westerton Arms
Signature cocktail: By The Beach
The best cocktails
The signature cocktails wristband holders named as their favourite.
- Summers EndMeraki BarSmirnoff Vanilla, Peach Liqueur, Triple Sec, Apple Juice, Cherries, Lemon Juice, Soda
- HurricaneSlanj-A-VaCaptain Morgan Spiced Gold, Passionfruit Puree, Fresh Orange Juice, Sugar Syrup, Grenadine
- Gold Lang SyneCronies Bar & RestaurantCaptain Morgan Tiki, Peach Liqueur, Acid-Adjusted Pineapple Juice, Grenadine
- Emerald IsleJessica O'Marley'sSmirnoff Red Label, Fresh Pineapple Juice, lemon & Lime
- Fletcher's Flamingo PunchFletcher'sSmirnoff Miami Peach, Strawberry Syrup, Sugar, Syrup, Apple Juice, Passionfruit Puree, Pineapple Juice
What people said
Stirling Highland hotel - lovely venue
What the venues said
We loved being part of Stirling Cocktail week experience, attracting new customers to our Hotel and gave the bar especially on Weekend 1 a great buzz and atmosphere. Our team enjoyed the rapport with new people and sharing their cocktail making skills and optimising the customer cocktail journey.
It was great to see Stirling supporting it's local businesses, we love how Stirling Cocktail Week celebrated the city's vibrant hospitality scene.
Great for local business to showcase their venues and what they have to offer.
Cocktail Week was a fantastic celebration of Stirling’s vibrant hospitality scene. It brought a real buzz to the city, encouraging locals and visitors alike to explore new venues, support independent businesses, and enjoy creative, high-quality cocktails.
In the press
Where Stirling Cocktail Week 2025 was featured.
The full line-up
All 19 bars and restaurants in Stirling Cocktail Week 2025, with the signature cocktail each one made for the week.
Colessio
33 Spittal St, Stirling, FK8 1DU
Johnnie Walker CoolerJohnnie Walker Black Label, Apple & Mint Soda, Lime Juice, Soda Water, Ice
Mocktail: Spiced Cuba Libre vegan
Cronies Bar & Restaurant
Golden Lion Hotel, 8-10 King St, Stirling, FK8 1DQ
Gold Lang SyneCaptain Morgan Tiki, Peach Liqueur, Acid-Adjusted Pineapple Juice, Grenadine
Mocktail: Gold Lang Syne 0.0 vegan
Fletcher's
Fletchers, 78 Upper Craigs, Stirling, FK8 2DT
Fletcher's Flamingo PunchSmirnoff Miami Peach, Strawberry Syrup, Sugar, Syrup, Apple Juice, Passionfruit Puree, Pineapple Juice
Mocktail: Fletcher's Nomingo Punch vegan
Foresters Arms
29 Main Street, Cambusbaron, Stirling, F7 9NW
Chocolate Orange Espresso MartiniCiroc Blue Dot infused with Orange Zest, Cold Brew Coffee, Simple Syrup, Chocolate Liqueur, Coffee Liquor, Candied Orange
Mocktail: Up All Night, No Regrets vegan
Friend of Mine
45 Henderson St, Bridge of Alan, Stirling, FK9 4HG
Lavender Vodka BrambleSmirnoff Red Label, Raspberries, Fresh Blackberries, Elderflower Liqueur, Homemade Lavender & Juniper Berry Syrup, Lemon, Ice
Mocktail: Lavender Bramble Mocktail vegan
Fubar
6 Maxwell Pl, Stirling, FK8 1JU
Peach VenomSmirnoff Miami Peach, Orange Juice, Blue VK
Mocktail: Peach Venom Zero vegan
Jessica O'Marley's
26-28 King Street, Stirling, FK8 1AY
Emerald IsleSmirnoff Red Label, Fresh Pineapple Juice, lemon & Lime
Mocktail: No Rum Punch vegan
Lux Country Sports Bar & Grill
17-19 Dumbarton Rd, Stirling, FK8 2LQ
Mocktail: Mermaid Waters vegan
Meraki Bar
79 King St, Stirling, FK8 1BN
Summers EndSmirnoff Vanilla, Peach Liqueur, Triple Sec, Apple Juice, Cherries, Lemon Juice, Soda
Mocktail: Sober's End vegan
Nooch Bar & Kitchen
44 Upper Craigs, Stirling, FK8 2DS
Apple and Ginger MojitoCaptain Morgan White, Mint Leaves, Lime Juice, Sugar Syrup, Bitters, Apple Juice, Ginger Beer
Mocktail: Apple & Ginger Nojito vegan
Slanj-A-Va
9 Upper Craigs, Stirling, FK8 2DG
HurricaneCaptain Morgan Spiced Gold, Passionfruit Puree, Fresh Orange Juice, Sugar Syrup, Grenadine
Stirling Highland Hotel
29 Spittal St, Stirling, FK8 1DU
Classic HighlanderTanqueray London Dry, Peach Schnappes, Raspberry Liqueur, Lemonade
Mocktail: Red Mist vegan
The Bawbee
24 Henderson St, Bridge of Allan, Stirling, FK9 4HP
Pumpkin Spice Flat White MartiniBaileys, Smirnoff Red Label, Pumpkin Syrup, Espresso
Mocktail: Virgin Pumpkin Spice Flat White Martini
The Crook Bar & Bistro
1 Allanvale Rd, Bridge of Allan, Stirling, FK9 4NU
Cloudy CaptainCaptain Morgan Spiced Gold, Pressed Cloudy Apple Juice, Fresh Ginger, Gomme Syrup, Apple Slice
Mocktail: Cloudy Conscious vegan
The Meadowpark
56 Kenilworth Rd, Bridge of Alan, FK9 4RY
Berry BubblyCaptain Morgan Spiced Gold, Elderflower Cordial, Lemon Juice, Raspberry Syrup, Fresh Basil Leaves, Fresh Raspberries, Soda Water, Lemonade
Mocktail: Bubbling Berries vegan
The Red Herring
28 Henderson St, Bridge of Allan, Stirling, FK9 4HR
Vodka Cherry LimeadeSmirnoff Red Label, Cherry Puree, Cherry Juice, Fresh Lime Juice, Lime Cordial, Lemonade
Mocktail: Cherry Berry Limeade
The Springkerse View
Springkerse Business Park, Stirling, FK7 7XH
Salted Caramel Guinness Espresso MartiniGuinness, Smirnoff Vodka, Salted Caramel Syrup, Sugar Syrup, Espresso
Mocktail: Salted Caramel Guinness 0% Espresso Martini
The William Wallace Bar
2 Airthrey Rd, Causewayhead, Stirling, FK9 5JR
The Wallace WarmerJohnnie Walker Black Label, Ginger Beer, Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice, Ice
Mocktail: Raspberry & Orange Blossom vegan
Westerton Arms
Henderson St, Bridge of Alan, Stirling, FK9 4HR
By The BeachSmirnoff Miami Peach, Cranberry, Orange
Mocktail: Noscow Mule vegan
The line-up as it was during Stirling Cocktail Week 2025. Menus and venues change, so check with each venue before you go.
Good to know
When was Stirling Cocktail Week 2025?
Stirling Cocktail Week 2025 ran from 26 September to 5 October 2025.
How many bars took part in Stirling Cocktail Week 2025?
19 bars and restaurants took part, each with its own signature cocktail. The full line-up is on this page.
What were the most popular bars at Stirling Cocktail Week 2025?
In our survey after the event, wristband holders picked Jessica O'Marley's, Meraki Bar and Friend of Mine as their favourites.
What was the best cocktail at Stirling Cocktail Week 2025?
The favourite signature cocktails were Summers End at Meraki Bar, Hurricane at Slanj-A-Va and Gold Lang Syne at Cronies Bar & Restaurant.
When is the next Stirling Cocktail Week?
Dates, venues and wristbands for the next Stirling Cocktail Week are on the Stirling Cocktail Week page at cocktailweek.com/stirling.