Cocktail Bar & Rum Bar
in Brussels
About Us
Cocktail Bar Hospitality.
The Modern Alchemist is born from the never-ending quality research of 3 passionate bartenders.
We became friends more than 10 years ago, working and learning our craft behind the same bar in Brussels. We then went our separate ways in renowned cocktail bars. After a couple of years, the same mindset regarding the service industry and the urge to create our own place brought us back together. Nevertheless, striving to deliver the best experience possible took us 3 more years to refine and shape the concept.
The result is a craft cocktail bar in Brussels, with quality service, a cozy atmosphere, comfortable seatings, and drinks made with love. Mainly focused on cocktails and rums, we only use the highest quality spirits and organic fresh ingredients on our seasonal menus.
We are always looking for new products and techniques; we are constantly trying to improve our skills and enhance the quality of time you spend with us in our cocktail bar!
Our Offer
Perfect drinks for everyone, everywhere, at any time.
Our main activity is tending our cocktail bar in the heart of St-Gilles, Brussels, where we use the finest and, wherever possible, local, fresh and seasonal products. But The Modern Alchemist has also an online shop! On our webshop you will find high-quality and authentic spirits choosen by our team.
As rum lovers, we mainly focus on this incredible spirit and even make our very own co-bottling. Still, we offer a wide range of other liquors such as Whiskies, Mezcals, and many more. Sellings spirits that we love weren’t enough, therefore we create a range of ready-to-drink bottled cocktails to enjoy a perfectly crafted drink, like in our bar, but in the coziness of your home.
We provide you pro and consumers Masterclass. We think spirits education is essential, as well as industry-related consulting for hospitality businesses who want to grow.(more info coming soon!)
Our Menu
Signature Cocktails – Seasonal Menu
An herbal and slightly sour cocktail to enjoy those summer flavours a little bit longer. Blend of Paranubes and Savanna Lontan Rums, Tomato Water Liqueur, Verjuice, Thyme. – 23.5% Vol.
15€A refreshing sour cocktail mixing whisky with oriental notes of curry and pepper. Scotch Whisky, Dry Vermouth, Raspberry, Mang Chang Pepper and Curry, CO2. – 13,9% Vol.
15€Refreshing agricole rhum based cocktail with some roasted and floral notes as well as a hint of acidity. Bologne Rhum, Pierre Ferrand Cognac, Bitter Chinato, Chamomille, Verjuice – 27% Vol.
15€Even if size doesn’t really matter, it’s always a pleasure to get a cocktail in a pint! Sparkling, sour and herbal. Dill Brandy, Rhubarb Soda, Spicy Agave Liqueur, Blackcurrant Bitter, CO2. – 10% Vol.
15€Our staggering take on a strong classic cocktail, perfectly blending together smoke, roundness and refreshing exotic flavors Mezcal infused with Vetiver, Savanna 5 years rum, White Vermouth, Grandmont Herbal Liqueur, Neisson 50% Rhum – 31% Vol.
15€A clarified citrusy tiki drink with almond notes.Blend of 3 Rums from Worthy Park, Almond Grappa, Roasted and Salted Amaretto, Citrus – 25% Vol.
15€Bitter and sour, with spicy notes. Worthy Park Select Rum, Bitter, Verjuice, Hibiscus, Ginger, Jamaican Pepper, Yuzu Foam – 20% Vol.
15€Classic & Twist
Our now-classic Rum Old Fashioned with our infinite house blend of Rum
Blend of Rum, Sugar Cane Syrup, Orange Bitter. ~ 35% Vol.
This classic sour & refreshing rum cocktail is a staff favorite.
Rum, Lime, Simple Syrup. – 25% Vol.
The name says it all, here’s a big and strong cocktail!
House Blend of 3 Rums, Falernum, Grapefruit, Pomegranate, Lime. – 26% Vol.
A classic long drink, refreshing & gingery.
Rum Blend, Lime, Ginger Beer. – 12% Vol.
Cider, Lambic & Gueuze – Bottle 75cl
Made with old apple varieties and wild yeast. Dry & sour. – 6% Vol.
25€Blend of Lambic and viognier grape. – 6,5% Vol.
Blend of Lambic and blue honeysuckle. – 6% Vol.
30€At The Modern Alchemist, we are using mostly organic and local ingredients to make our cocktails. We are working with local markets & artisans like La Fruitière, Super Monkey, L’herboristerie de Louise, Terroirist, Atelier Constant Berger, Cantillon, etc.
Food
Mix of organic cashew nuts, almonds, coconut flakes and spices.
6€Whole unpitted olives.
5€Chorizo flamed with Jamaican Rum.
10€Organic canned Sardines in organic olive oil, served with organic crackers. Contain FISH, GLUTEN.
9€Unpasterized cow’s milk cheese from France. Contain MILK, MUSTARD.
9€Italian buttery veined blue cheese from unskimmed cow’s milk. Served with organic crackers. Contain MILK, GLUTEN.
9€Depending of the staff’ inspiration. Ask for more information.
8€Soft Drink
Non-alcoholic cocktail
10€At The Modern Alchemist, we are using mostly organic and local ingredients to make our cocktails. We are working with local markets & artisans like La Fruitière, Super Monkey, L’herboristerie de Louise, Terroirist, Atelier Constant Berger, Cantillon, etc.
Our Featured Rums – 4cl
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Rum Collector of the month – price/cl
This traditional rum made in Guyana is a blend of two iconic stills, directly in the barrel before aging. It comes from the Rare Collection of El Dorado; this <PM>ICBU<SVW> mark is bottled at the cask strength of 49.6%. Distilled in 2010 and aged for 9 years, this rum is smooth and delicate, with notes of toast oak, sweet spices(vanilla), molasses, and nuts.
Whisky (4cl)
We also have a wide range of whisky bottles for sale; check our webshop for availability & prices.