Chocolate and cocktails sound like trouble. At London’s only chocolate cocktail bar, you can taste flavors like mint, salt caramel, and Toblerone while working through a menu of 20+ chocolate cocktails. I also like that this is not a one-note dessert show: you can pair chocolate drinks with more traditional options like classic cocktails, wine, and beer. One possible drawback is that the drink you start with is predetermined as a Chocotini, so you might not get to choose your first pick.

Tickets are priced at $14 per person, and you still get something concrete right away: a Chocotini on arrival. The experience runs as a small-group hangout (limited to 10 participants), so you’re not shouting over a crowd. Just note it’s an over-18s venue, so plan accordingly if you’re bringing a mixed-age group.

Below, I’ll break down what you actually do for the day, how the menu choices work in practice, and where the value lands—especially if you’re comparing the included drink to what you might spend on extras.

Key things to know before you go

• Only-in-the-UK concept: The Chocolate Cocktail Club is billed as the UK’s only chocolate cocktail bar.
• Included start drink: Every ticket comes with a Chocotini cocktail on arrival.
• 20+ chocolate cocktails: Expect a long list with flavors like mint, salt caramel, and Toblerone.
• Snacks and sweet add-ons: Light bites, desserts, and edible chocolate shots are part of the experience.
• Not everyone has to love chocolate: There are beers, wine, prosecco, hot chocolate, coffee, and mocktails too.
• Small, over-18 vibe: Limited to 10 participants and not suitable for anyone under 18.

A one-day chocolate cocktail party with real choice

This isn’t a workshop or a tasting class. It’s a bar experience built around one big idea: you’re in a place where chocolate is the star ingredient, and you can keep ordering from a menu that runs past 20 chocolate cocktails.

What makes it interesting is the mix of sweet and familiar. You’re not stuck with only dessert drinks, because the menu also covers traditional cocktails, plus wine and beer. That matters if you’re going with friends who love the theme but don’t want their whole night to be caramel-heavy.

The setting is also intentionally small (up to 10 people). That usually means less chaos, easier conversation, and a better chance that staff can help you pick something when you’re staring at options and second-guessing your order.

Your first drink is handled: the included Chocotini

Your ticket includes a Chocotini cocktail on arrival. So you’re not arriving and figuring everything out from scratch before you taste anything.

This included drink is a big part of why the $14 price makes sense. You’re paying for entry plus a ready-to-go cocktail at the start, which lowers the risk of the night feeling like a pure upsell. It also explains why the experience is more straightforward than some cocktail tastings: you’re meant to settle in and then choose what you want after.

The trade-off is simple. You can’t generally pick the very first cocktail you receive. A couple of people mentioned this as a letdown—if you have a strong first-choice craving, you may have to wait until after the Chocotini arrives to order your favorite.

How the chocolate cocktail menu works in real life

The menu is built for browsing. You’ll see chocolate cocktails using flavors like mint, salt caramel, and Toblerone, plus many other chocolatey creations. There’s also a section that covers light bites and desserts if you start getting peckish.

In practice, you’ll want to pace yourself. Chocolate cocktails can be rich fast, even if they taste sweet and approachable at first. If you order back-to-back, you may find your palate getting overloaded before the night is halfway done.

Think of the bar as a choice menu, not a timed program. Since the listed session windows run a few hours (and Friday is longer), you can sip slowly, swap orders, and adjust based on what sounds best in the moment—mint today, salt caramel later, something lighter if you’re feeling full.

Flavors to hunt for: mint, salt caramel, and Toblerone

The standouts called out by the club include mint, salt caramel, and a brand-new Toblerone option. If you like chocolate that tastes like a candy bar, Toblerone is the obvious grab.

Mint is also a smart choice if you want chocolate without feeling totally desserted-out. It tends to cut richness, so it can feel more refreshing than a straight chocolate-forward drink.

Salt caramel is another good middle ground. It gives you that sweet-and-salty balance that often reads less heavy than plain caramel flavors. If you’re sharing orders with a friend, salt caramel is a great way to split the difference between sweet tooth and more “grown-up cocktail” expectations.

Chocolate isn’t the only track: classics, wine, and beer

One reason this place works for groups is the range beyond chocolate cocktails. Alongside the chocolate menu, you can order traditional cocktails, plus wine and beer.

This matters because it prevents decision paralysis from turning into a divide in your group. If one person wants only the chocolate drinks, they can do that. If someone else wants something lighter or more familiar, they still have options that fit the same night out.

So the experience is best when you treat chocolate as the theme—not the only possible choice. You can start with the included Chocotini, then keep ordering based on your mood. That flexibility is what makes this bar feel like a social night rather than a sugar challenge.

What if you don’t love chocolate?

The club is explicitly set up for people who don’t want a strict chocolate-only night. Besides the chocolate cocktails, you’ll find bottled beer, wine, prosecco, hot chocolate, coffee, and mocktails.

That means you can still hang out in the same space, take part in the same vibe, and order something you’ll actually enjoy. If your group has mixed preferences, this is one of the stronger points of the concept.

It also makes it easier if you’re not sure what you like. You can try one chocolate cocktail, then pivot to a non-alcoholic mocktail or a hot drink if you realize you’re not chasing the sweet flavors tonight.

Light bites, desserts, and edible chocolate shots

If you start thinking about food, don’t miss the added sweet extras. There are light bites and desserts on the menu, and the concept includes edible chocolate shots.

This is the kind of detail that turns a bar stop into a full experience. Chocolate shots aren’t just for show; they give you something different from sipping cocktails the whole time. They also help if you want to taste chocolate in a more concentrated, playful way.

A practical tip: if you plan to try edible chocolate shots plus one or two cocktails, consider snacking early. You’ll enjoy the flavors more when you’re not running on empty stomach.

Price and value: what $14 really buys you

At $14 per person, the headline value is the included cocktail on arrival. Without that, this could easily feel like a premium concept. With it, you’re paying for entry plus a drink you’ll taste right away.

Still, value can feel subjective depending on how you spend during the session. One review highlighted a mismatch in perceived pricing, suggesting the cost felt high compared to what you might pay once you’re already there. I’d take that seriously and treat $14 as the entry price, not a promise of bargain pricing on every extra order after.

So here’s my balanced take: the $14 feels fair if you’re planning to enjoy at least one cocktail immediately and then browse the menu at a comfortable pace. If you’re the type who only wants one drink and then leaves, you may end up feeling underwhelmed because the included drink becomes the whole event.

Best day and timing: when you can actually go

This isn’t open every day. It’s available on:

• Tuesday from 1:30pm to 5:30pm
• Wednesday from 4:30pm to 10pm
• Thursday from 4:30pm to 10pm
• Friday from 1:30pm to 10pm

It’s not available on Saturdays.

If you want a more relaxed pace, Tuesday afternoon can be a good bet. If you want the bigger night-out energy, Wednesday and Thursday evenings or Friday afternoon through late is where you’ll likely feel the social buzz.

Duration is listed as 1 day, which fits the reality here: you’re not tied to a fixed multi-stop route. You pick your session time, go in, and enjoy the bar experience from there.

Who should book this chocolate cocktail bar experience

This is a fun fit for:

• Birthdays, hen do’s, and anniversaries, since the club explicitly welcomes those occasions
• Groups who want a theme night but still need non-chocolate options
• Friends who like trying new flavors and then ordering again if they find a hit

It’s also great if you enjoy novelty drinks. People loved the originality of the cocktails and the friendly staff, which matters because a place built on unusual flavors needs good guidance when you’re choosing what to order next.

Just remember the “whoops, wrong group” issue. It’s over 18 only, and it’s not suitable for children under 18. If you’re organizing, confirm everyone can attend before you commit.

Practical tips so you enjoy every sip

First, bring an ID or passport. The club requests passport or ID card.

Second, plan for a steady pace. Chocolate cocktails can stack up fast in sweetness and weight, so it’s smart to alternate if you can—one chocolate cocktail, then something else from the menu.

Third, go in knowing the first drink is included but not chosen. If you’re hoping to start with a specific flavor, consider making your decision quickly once you see what you’d like next. That’s where your freedom starts.

Finally, pets aren’t allowed (with assistance dogs allowed). If you’re traveling with a service animal, plan around the assistance-dog allowance, and if you have a pet, you’ll need to find alternative arrangements.

Should you book the Chocolate Cocktail Club?

Book it if you want a themed bar night built around chocolate cocktails, and you’ll actually use the included Chocotini as your starting point. The combination of 20+ chocolate cocktails, plus options like wine, beer, prosecco, mocktails, coffee, and hot chocolate makes it workable for mixed preferences.

I’d skip it or at least reconsider if you’re price-sensitive in a “pay entry, then only buy one drink” way. The concept is fun, but it’s still a bar: your enjoyment depends on how many orders you decide to make after arrival.

If your group is planning a birthday, hen do, or anniversary and you want something playful but not childish, this is a strong pick. Just go in with the right mindset: chocolate is the theme, but the menu gives you enough variety to keep the night enjoyable even if not everyone is in a sugar mood.

FAQ

What’s included with the ticket?

Each ticket includes a Chocotini cocktail on arrival.

What drinks are available besides chocolate cocktails?

You can find chocolate cocktails plus traditional cocktails, wine, beer, prosecco, hot chocolate, coffee, and mocktails.

Is it suitable for children?

No. The venue is for over 18s only and is not suitable for children under 18.

When is it open?

It’s available Tuesday 1:30pm to 5:30pm, Wednesday 4:30pm to 10pm, Thursday 4:30pm to 10pm, and Friday 1:30pm to 10pm. It’s not available on Saturdays.

How big is the group?

It’s limited to a small group of 10 participants.

What do I need to bring?

Bring a passport or ID card.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

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