For one night only, on Monday, July 15th from 7 pm, the renowned and award-winning London cocktail bar ‘Happiness Forgets’ will be collaborating with one of Newcastle’s favourite cocktail bars, Mother Mercy. This one-off event will be sponsored by the UK’s first dedicated brandy house, Burnt Faith.
Happiness Forgets, a celebrated speakeasy nestled in Hoxton, London, is famed for its high-end cocktails served in an intimate, no-nonsense environment. This iconic bar, listed among the UK’s top 50 cocktail bars, is known for concoctions like the Racketeer (Scotch whisky, sweet vermouth, umeshu, amaro) and Bobby Burns (Chivas Regal, sweet vermouth, Dom Benedictine liqueur, angostura, Montenegro, raspberry).
For one evening, the skilled mixologists from Happiness Forgets will bring their expertise to Mother Mercy, transforming the bar into a haven of sophisticated cocktail experiences. Guests can expect to enjoy an array of carefully crafted cocktails created with spirits by the event sponsor, Burnt Faith. The drinks menu is as follows:
Day by Day
Burnt Faith Brandy, Apple & Grape, Champagne
Brunson
Rittenhouse rye whiskey, Punt e Mes, Burnt Faith Triple Sec, Oloroso sherry, Angostura
Garden Gimlet
Cazcabel Blanco tequila, Rittenhouse rye whiskey, suze, garden cordial
Captain Willard
Burnt Faith Brandy, Calvados, Aecorn oak, Noix de la Saint Jean, lemon juice, balsamic
Located in the heart of Newcastle on Cloth Market, Mother Mercy offers a refined selection of drinks in a swanky, mood-lit basement setting hidden from the bustling streets above. The venue, also recognised among the UK’s top 50 cocktail bars, is renowned for its exceptional service, luxurious ambience, and innovative cocktails.
Mother Mercy has made significant strides in the North East hospitality scene since launching their first venue in 2019,, and this collaboration with Happiness Forgets is a testament to its growing acclaim. It’s a fantastic opportunity to experience the fusion of two top-tier cocktail cultures right here in Newcastle.
This collaboration is more than just a celebration of fine cocktails; it’s a recognition of Mother Mercy’s dedication to providing an unparalleled drinking experience within the North East.