When it first opened in 2016, this small and simple but quality-focused cocktail bar was briefly called Between the Sheets. Apparently they thought that sounded too much like an racy EL James novel, because they swiftly revamped the place and pivoted to its more refined current name. Whatever they call it, you can’t argue with the basic premise of a bijoux, uncluttered bar that serves up sensational mixes with minimum fuss. Brothers Max and Noel Venning, originally from Manchester, offer a three-tier menu: One Sheet, Two Sheet and Three Sheet, with each iteration becoming punchier. There’s also a small cider, beer and wine section, while food is limited to olives and nuts. Obviously, though, the focus in on the world-class cocktails, which are always 50 shades of great.
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The French 75, a low ABV zinger from the One Sheet menu, is a cute take on a classic, carbonated in-house and a sharp start to the night.
Time Out tip
Since throwing open their Dalston doors, the Vennings have bedded down in Soho, with a branch that offers a more comprehensive menu including food. Three Sheets, two excellent bars.
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