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!)
Homemade ingredients
Seasonal Products
Artisanal Small Bites
Craft Bottled Cocktails
Large choice of Premium Spirits
Online Liquor Store
Private & Business Event
Consulting / B2B / Masterclass
Our Menu
Signature Cocktails – Seasonal Menu
Pear and grape highlighted in this sparkling sour cocktail, ideal to forget about the weather! Delixir Pisco, Binner Pear Brandy, Valdespino PX Sherry, Drouin Pear Cider, roasted Sesame, Verjuice. – 17%
14€A powerfull cocktail with flavors of autumn. The spices of vermouth blend well with the apple and the freshness of the cane. Drouin Calvados Selection, Sagi Red Vermouth, Pineau des Charentes, Longueteau Rhum. – 30%
14€This cocktail will bring a bright tartness to a sweet base like a sour candy with an all-spice aroma from the Cubeb Pepper. Mount Gay Black Barrel Rum, Triple Sec Grandmont, Grappa Riserva, Cubeb Pepper. – 32%
14€The infusion of raw pumpkin and rum creates a fine union in this cocktail. It offers a refreshing profile with bitterness and a touch of gourmand flavor. Pumpking infused Plantation 3 stars Rum, Clairin Communal Rum, Triple Sec Grandmont, Dry Vermouth, Pimento Dram Liqueur, Verjuice. – 27%
14€A comforting tiki cocktail to face the freshness of fall. Plantation Original Dark Rum, Plantation OFTD Rum, Valdespino Sherry, Grandmont Gentiane, Bielle Coco liqueur, Walnut Orgeat, Lime. – 21%
14€Feeling stressed and thirsty? We got you covered with this long drink as refreshing as it is soothing! Apple Eau de Vie from Constant Berger, Green Chilli Liqueur, Yuzu Triple Sec, Verjuice, CBD Soda. – 15%
14€Classic & Twist
Our now-classic Rum Old Fashioned with our infinite house blend of Rum
Blend of Rum, Sugar Cane Syrup, Orange Bitter. – ~35%
This classic sour & refreshing rum cocktail is a staff favorite.
Rum, Lime, Simple Syrup. – 25%
The name says it all, here’s a big and strong cocktail!
House Blend of 3 Rums, Falernum, Grapefruit, Pomegranate, Lime. – 26%
A classic long drink, refreshing & gingery
Rum Blend, Lime, Ginger Beer. – 12%
Cantillon Beer
Blend of 2 years old Lambic with 9 differents varieties of grape pomace – 6.5%
35€One payment by card per table, thanks.
Some of our cocktails are available in bottles (50cl) for takeaway. Ask the staff for prices and availabilities!
At The Modern Alchemist, we use mostly organic and local ingredients to make our cocktails. We are working with local market & artisan like Hopla Geiss, La Fruitière, Super Monkey, L’herboristerie de Louise, etc.
Food
Whole unpittet olives.
4€Chorizo flamed with Jamaican Rum & spicy Bitters.
10€Organic canned Sardines in olive oil, served with sourdough bread. 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 sourdough bread. Contain MILK, GLUTEN.
6€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 market & artisan like Hopla Geiss, La Fruitière, Super Monkey, L’herboristerie de Louise, etc.
Our Featured Rums – 4cl
(i) = Click here to see more information about the rum.
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 <SV>PM mark is bottled at the cask strength of 49.1%. 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.
Where to find us?
The Modern Alchemist
Cocktail Bar in Brussels
Opening Hours
We will be closed this 14/10/2023
Tue. – Thu.: 6 pm to 12 am
Fri. – Sat.: 6 pm to 1 am
Any questions?
Contact us!
We don’t take reservations.