Reopening after a full rejuvenation, the all-new Bar Intermezzo is an enticing contemporary hotel lobby bar. With a stellar cast of craft cocktails conceptualised by Orchard Hotel’s dedicated mixology team, the bar is further enlivened with an interior design that reflects the lush agricultural heritage of Orchard Road.

“Bar Intermezzo has long been renowned as a gathering place where guests are welcomed with great hospitality, and where a classic selection of cocktails, beers and drinks paired with sumptuous bar bites appeals to Orchard Hotel Singapore’s diverse guest profile. This revamp continues Bar Intermezzo's dedication to these long-held values whilst elevating the bar’s visual identity with upscale, refreshed interiors and a sharply-focused cocktail menu curated with house-made ingredients and craft products that elaborate the many plantations in existence in heritage Singapore,” shares Orchard Hotel General Manager Mr Byron Chong.

A celebration of the tropics and spice

Bar Intermezzo’s 16 new signature crafted cocktails are inspired by Orchard Road’s history. In the early 19th century, the area was covered in cash crop plantations that yielded produce such as nutmeg, pineapple and gambier, which now feature in the new lineup of cocktails.

Some highlights include Mace (S$22), a julep-style cocktail made with a mild and approachable Rebel Yell bourbon, served in an elegant tall glass with house-made mace syrup and fresh coriander. Gin lovers will enjoy Pepper (S$24), which features the botanical-based Californian gin St. George Terroir, layered with Green Chartreuse, pink peppercorn syrup, fresh capsicum, cucumber and a lemon. For diners who want some fizz, Pandan (S$24) is an effervescent cocktail with pandan-infused Tried & True Vodka, kumquat and East Imperial Mombassa Ginger Beer.

Guests can also imbibe in an extensive list of spirits and liqueurs, a curated selection of local craft beers on tap, and wine list featuring tasteful vintages from around the world.

Tasty bar bites

To complement Bar Intermezzo’s refreshed drinks selection, Orchard Hotel Executive Chef Bryce Li has curated a Bar Snacks menu inspired by Singapore’s multi-cultural culinary heritage. The menu features Chicken Drumlets with Mala Dip (S$12), Samosas with Mint Yogurt (S$16), a quintessential Indian snack, and Satay (S$16) with marinated chicken, beef or mutton, chargrilled over an open flame and served with house-made spicy peanut sauce, traditional Malay rice cake, sliced cucumber and red onion.

Bar Intermezzo’s refurbishment is a key feature of Orchard Hotel’s extensive enhancement initiative encompassing a brand-new look and feel throughout the hotel’s room’s offerings, lobby, The Orchard Cafe and Bar and Intermezzo.