Lang Suan might be known as an upmarket, tranquil residential area, but this charming neighbourhood is also a decent spot with series of new restaurants and bars being added constantly. The most recent newbie isPOXY BAR, a cocktail bar located in SG Tower in Soi Mahatlek Luang 3 off Rajdamri Road. The bar can be accessed from both Lang Suan and Rajdamri Road (from the Rajdamri BTS Station) thanks to the small alley on the other side that leads back to Lang Suan within a few minutes’ walk.
For Brits, “poxy” is a slang to call something of little value or worthless, or even garbage in some context. But here, the word is used to allude to something that has been overlooked or taken for granted, as they creatively make use of misrepresented, unusual ingredients under farm to glass concept.
These ingredients are probably the least to expect in cocktails, including sugarcane pulp, Thai and Chinese herbs, Asian plants and numerous kinds of fruits that are used whole. They are infused with vodka, whose potency can extract flavors and aromas without overpowering the natural essence of the ingredients.
Most items are sourced from the north to the farthest south of Thailand, the bar owner ventures to the farmers to search for ingredients. The bar uses mainly seasonal ingredients, the cocktail menu therefore has to change accordingly, giving drinkers unique seasonal experiences throughout the year.
The space used to be a café called Shapers that was closed during the lockdown. Adding bold mood lights to the existing chic and stylish café vibe, POXY BAR comes alive at night as a vibrant cocktail bar.
Currently there are 14 signature cocktails, simply named No. 1 to No. 14, with more to come (as many as 30, we were told). Here are our four recommended recipes to get you started.
No.2 (450 baht) is, according to the bartender, one of the best-sellers thanks to its palatable flavours and pleasant flora note from vodka infused with white flowers and D.O.M, passion fruit herbal liqueur that accents the blossoming aroma.
No.4 (420 baht) is a spirit forward concoction that is easy to drink. Ingredients include tequila infused with wild honey from the north and apricot liqueur. The golden glow of the cocktail comes from the colour of the wild honey, complemented with gold leaf garnish.
No.8 (380 baht) is another spirit forward drink that resembles a smoother version of a Negroni with light nutty aftertaste. The three ingredients are Martini Blanco, Campari and Amaretto Disaranno or almond liqueur.
Lastly is the No.10 (420 baht) that would appeal to sweet tooths. Coffee-flavoured Khalua is used with the creamy Baileys and vodka infused with 16 northern herbs, sprinkled with grated dark chocolate and red rose petals. The drink is served theatrically in a small wooden chest. There are many other delicious choices on the menu, and you can also ask the bar to customise something for you.
The music playlist is curated to gradually build up the vibe as the night progresses. Expect live DJs in the near future.
POXY BAR is open Monday to Saturday from 5pm to 2am, which is later than most hotel bars in the same neighbourhood. Drop by if you feel that the still night is young.
