Auckland’s newest, must-visit cocktail bar has opened its doors just in time for the summer season, promising elevated cocktails in a beautiful waterfront setting right over the boardwalk.
From competition and award-winning mixologists Adam Neal and Jason Rosen, the brains behind rooftop hotspot, Parasol & Swing, Mea is the newest kid on the block in Auckland’s Viaduct. Mea is a collaboration with Appleton Estate, and one of only three venues in New Zealand offering Appleton Estate’s rare, limited-edition 17-Year-Old Legend rum. The intimate, modern bar seats just 14 patrons, so be sure to get in quick!
Mea offers an at-bar service experience inviting guests to witness the artistry behind every cocktail, with a little bit of history along the way. This experience is partially inspired by the old Ponsonby icon, Mea Culpa, which Jason owned at the time Parasol & Swing was opened. The curated menu of forgotten classics and bespoke modern cocktails includes Appleton Estate’s famous 17-Year-Old Mai Tai, made from Appleton Estate’s 17-Year-Old Legend – one of the most sought-after spirits in cocktail history. Only 1,500 bottles of this rum were produced globally, with just 23 made available in New Zealand – and Mea is the only bar in Auckland to offer it.
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Appleton Estate "17yo Mai Tai"
Transport yourself to the tropics with Bar Mea’s 17YO Mai Tai, a bold tribute to Trader Vic’s iconic original. Crafted with the rare Appleton Estate 17-Year-Old rum, Dry Curacao, Orgeat, and Lime, this cocktail captures the vibrant spirit of the classic with a refined, masterful twist.
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Last updated:
06 December 2024
