A note to our guestsWe hope you enjoy everything our bar has to offer. To help us take the best possible care of you, here are a few things worth knowing:Spirits are served in measures of 50ml as standard, with 25ml available on request. Wine by the glass is poured at 175ml; please note that vintages may vary seasonally.Should you wish to bring your own wine, Champagne or any other beverage, corkage is applied in line with our house bottle rates.All prices are inclusive of VAT at the current standard rate, and a discretionary 15% service charge will be added to your final bill.Our Dining Room is available for calls or video meetings most afternoons should you need a quiet space. We kindly ask that e-cigarettes are not used in any of our indoor areas. We want all of our guests to feel at home and warmly encourage you to share any way in which we might further enhance your stay.Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout - simply connect to the Egerton House network.
The Legend of the Martini cocktail
The Martini has always been more than just a cocktail - it’s a
conversation.
No other drink carries such mystique, nor invites such personal
preference. Wet or dry, with a twist of lemon or a plump green olive,
dirty or pristine - the Martini, to this day, resists a single recipe. It is,
instead, a mirror of its drinker. A subtle dialogue between guest and
bartender, tradition and taste.
Some say its origins lie in Gold Rush California; others insist it was
born in a grand New York hotel. Wherever its true beginning, the
Martini became an icon of elegance - the drink that whispers
sophistication with every sip, and yet always invites debate:
“How do you like yours?”
At The Egerton House Hotel, we honour the Martini’s legendary
flexibility. Our bar team will be your guide, your collaborators — here
to craft your preferred serve, tailored to your palate. Whether you’re
discovering your first, or returning to an old favourite, each Martini is
a moment of ritual and refinement.
Here, you sip in style. You relax and allow the conversation - and the
cocktails - to flow.
THE EGERTON HOUSE MARTINI 26Tanqueray Gin or Ketel One Vodka THE EGERTON VESPER MARTINI26Tanqueray Gin and Ketel One Vodka, Lillet Blanc, lemon twistPREMIUM POUR MARTINIGin: Sipsmith, Ukiyo or Vodka: Eve, Tito’s 28Gin: London No.3, Tanqueray 10 or Vodka: Grey Goose, Ukiyo 30Our spirits are served straight from the freezer at -22 °CCraft your perfect Martini; wet, dry or anywhere in between. Garnish it your way - with an olive, caperberries, pickled onions or a twist of lemon.
The Martini
cocktails
NEW YORK SOUR 23Buffalo Trace Bourbon shaken with freshly squeezed lemon juice, sugar and bitters. Topped up with red wine.CLASSIC CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL 23Maxime Trijol VS Cognac poured over a sugar cube soaked in Angostura bitters, then generously lengthened with Lanson Brut Champagne.CLOVER CLUB 21Tanqueray Gin shaken with Crème de Framboise, raspberries and freshly squeezed lemon juice.FRENCH MARTINI 21Ketel One Vodka shaken with raspberry liqueur and pineapple juice.Lady Grey 21Earl Grey infused Tanqueray Gin shaken with freshly squeezed lemon juice. Non alcoholic version also available. SAZERAC 21Sazerac Rye Whiskey stirred with Peychaud’s bitters and brown sugar. Served neat in an absinthe rinsed glass.PERFECT LADY 21Tanqueray Gin shaken with Crème de Pêche and freshly squeezed lemon juice.PALOMA 21Casamigos Blanco Tequila mixed with freshly squeezed lime and pink grapefruit juices, then topped up with pink grapefruit soda.DAIQUIRI 21Bounty White Rum shaken with freshly squeezed lime juice and caster sugar.
LIGHT AND STORMY14Seedlip Spice 94 shaken with freshly squeezed lemon juice, lychee and fresh rosemary, topped with ginger beer.CON’CIDER ME TOO14Botivo Aperitivo shaken with freshly squeezed lemon juice, passion fruit and basil leaves, topped up with cherry soda.AMARETTO PERFETTO14Amaretto 0.0% shaken with freshly squeezed lemon juice and bitters.CHAMOMILE LEMON GLOW 14Seedlip Spice 94 stirred with chamomile tea and lemon juice. Our soothing, health-forward mocktail. ITALIAN SPRITZ 14Italian Spritz, lemonade, Wild Idol WhitenON-ALCOHOLIC SPIRITSABV50ml
SEEDLIP SPICE 98
0%
10
BOTIVO BOTANICAL APERITIVO
0%
10
BEERS, CIDERS AND ALESABV330ml
MEANTIME PALE ALE
4.3%
9
PERONI LAGER
5%
9
BALFOUR CIDER
5.4%
9
PERONI 0.0%
0%
7
Spirit-Free Signatures
White Wines
175mlBottle
Thomson & scott noughty white 0.5%, SA
12
44
Apple and lime on the nose are complemented with delights
of honeysuckle, citrus fruit and jasmine on the palate.
Elegant balance of acidity and fruitiness.
BERONIA RIOJA BLANCO, es
18
68
A crisp, dry white crafted from Viura, offering delicate citrus
and stone-fruit aromas with a silky, refreshing finish
-an elegant expression of modern Rioja.
JACKSON ESTATE THE SETTLER, NZ
21
80
A refined, dry Sauvignon Blanc showcasing lifted citrus and tropical
aromas with subtle mineral notes. Beautifully balanced with crisp
acidity and a long elegant finish.
JOSH Cellars reserve Chardonnay, USA
24
92
A refreshing burst of zesty lemon intertwined with juicy peach flavours, rounded out by a subtle hint of creamy vanilla. Crisp yet elegantly balanced, it offers a smooth, lingering finish that highlights both its freshness and gentle richness.
SANCERRE DOMAINE REVERDY, LOIRE, FR
26
100
A classic, elegant Sancerre with aromas of fresh citrus, green apple
and subtle flinty minerality. Crisp and precise on the palate,
showing vibrant acidity, purity of fruit and a clean, lingering finish
that beautifully reflects its Loire terroir.
Scalunera etna B organic, it
23
88
Aromas of ripe pear, juicy apple and apricot are complemented by
subtle earthy and smoky notes. With time, delicate hints of
white blossom and aromatic herbs emerge.
PAZOS DE LUSCO ALBARIÑO, ES
90
The grapes are grown in terrifyingly steep amphitheatres overlooking
the waves you can taste the salt in the air in your glass.
Peachy, citrusy.
175ml
Bottle
CHABLIS DOMAINE PASSY LE CLOU, burgundy, fr
94
A classic, precise Chablis with lifted aromas of green apple, citrus
and flinty minerality.
Dry and focused with crisp acidity, great finesse and a clean,
mineral-driven finish.
CHASSAGNE-MONTRACHET 1ER CRU, burgundy, fr
200
Pale gold with aromas of pear, citrus, blossom, and acacia.
The palate is vibrant and medium-bodied, with ripe stone fruit,
honeyed citrus, and a creamy, mineral finish.
RoséWines
175ml
Bottle
Moderato Cuvée révoLutioNnaire rosé, FR
12
44
This non alcoholic rosé delivers delicious flavours of fresh
red berries, with crisp acidity and a refreshing finish.
rock ANGEL, FR
110
Whispering Angel rosé has a fresh red berry fruit characteristics
with floral notes. Ripe and fleshy feel on the palate.
DOMAINE JEAN-MAX ROGER sANCERRE ROSÉ, fr
23
88
Elegant notes of wild strawberry, redcurrants, and citrus,
with a hint of herbaceous undertones and minerality.
CHÂTEAU minuty 281, FR
195
A refined, pale rosé offering elegant aromas of white peach,
citrus zest and subtle floral notes. Fresh and precise on the palate
with vibrant acidity, silky texture and a long, mineral-driven finish.
Red Wines
175mlBottle
Thomson & scott noughty rOUGE 0.5%, SA
12
44
Deep ruby red in colour with hints of ripe red fruit, crushed black
pepper, dried rose petal and candied cherries integrated with
French oak tannins
Beronia 198 barricas reserva, es
25
96
A rich, elegant Rioja showing ripe dark fruit, blackberry and plum
layered with notes of vanilla, spice and toasted oak from extended
barrel ageing. Smooth and balanced with polished tannins, excellent
depth and a long, harmonious finish.
chateauneuf-du-pape réserve des
24
92
dentelles, fr
Complex wine with aromas of sweet, spice, and black fruits, redcherries and hint of pepper
Catena Appellation la consulta,
23
88
Malbec, AR
Concentrated dark berries with floral notes like violets, hints of
vanilla and tobacco. The mouthfeel is rich, with raspberries and
blueberries, and a touch of mocca. soft and well structured tannins
with bright, crisp acidity.
Domaine villa des roses Morgon, fR
19
72
Aromas of stone fruit like sour cherries, with notes of violet and kirsch.
Pasarisa “Land of the Glaciers”,
21
80
Pinot Noir, AR
Complex wine with aromas of ripe red fruits like plums and cherries
combined with notes of spices and flowers. An elegant wine with hints
of vanilla and chocolate.
Château Montrose ‘La Dame de Montrose’,
124
Saint-Estèphe, FR
Expect complex notes of ripe black fruit and toasty oak with silky tannins.
planters’ breakfastStrong and full-bodied. Before English breakfast, early tea planters enjoyed the full-bodied flavours of Planter’s Breakfast in Ceylon. The perfect conditions for creating that rich full taste are found in the Dimbula valley. This is where the award-winning Planters’ Breakfast is handpicked.
PLANTERS’ EARL GREY
The most aristocratic of teas is infused with the unmistakable aroma of bergamot. To balance the citrus, you need a bold tea. The Earl Grey is handpicked and infused with a drop of natural bergamot oil. PLANTERS’ GREEN Grown on the high peaks and hand-plucked to fully satisfy the green tea connoisseur. The large leaf tea is curled and pan heated to produce a light mellow brew with a delicate flavour and aroma.SILVER TIPS A rarity among the distinctive white teas. Our Silver Tips are handpicked before sunrise on Brunswick estate, Maskeliya. It takes almost five kilos of handpicked buds to produce one kilo of this veryspecial tea.
MATTAKELLE GOLDEN CURLSA fusion of Japanese and Sri Lanka flavour. Golden curl is grown on Mattakelle Tea estate on the western slopes of Sri Lanka. The tea is harvested from a Japanese tea bush known as Benifuki that was gifted to the estate. The tea is harvested from one leaf and a bud. It has a natural rosy aroma with a jasmine floral flavour. Best enjoyed with pastries and without milk. GLEN ALPIN Lovingly handpicked and masterfully crafted, this tea brews to a warm biscuity cup with a rich inviting aroma. Best enjoyed on its own to savour its character, pairs beautifully with scones, clotted cream and jam. CHAMOMILE FLOWERSA perfect herbal infusion of whole chamomile blossoms, offering a gentle, honeyed aroma and soothing floral flavour. SILK ROAD CHAIThe marriage of quality high grown tea and indigenous Ceylon spices produce an exceptional tea with sweetness. This fragrant and complex chai offers a rich, invigorating experience, perfect for those chilly evenings. PLANTERS’ AFTERNOON Bright and refined, a high-grown and handpicked tea. A perfect balance between smooth and sweet. RADIANT ROSE An irresistible combination of high grown tea with rose petals to give a radiant, exhilarating infusion, with a perfumed nose, which flourishes into a sweet and floral infusion. A sophisticated tea, it can be drunk with or without milk and is perfect for those lazy summer afternoons.
COFFEE SELECTION
ESPRESSO SINGLE/DOUBLE 7/8A shot of concentrated coffee, made by forcing very hot water at a high pressure through finely-ground coffee beans.AMERICANO 8Single shot of espresso with hot water giving it a similar strength to, but different flavour from, traditionally brewed coffee.LATTE 8A milk coffee that is made up of a shot of espresso, steamed milk and a final, thin layer of frothed milk on top.MATCHA LATTE 10Originating from Japan. Matcha is finely blended leaves from green tea plants. This powder is whisked into steamed milk.CAPPUCCINO 8A milk coffee that is made up of a shot of espresso and an even distribution of foamed milk and steamed milk.FLAT WHITE 8A milk coffee with a blend of smooth foamed milk poured over a shot of espresso with a final, thin layer of steamed milk.MACCHIATO 8A milk coffee that is made up of a shot of espresso and steamed milk only.MOCHA 8A milk coffee with a shot of espresso, chocolate and topped with steamed milk and a thin layer of steamed milk.CORTADO 8A shot of concentrated coffee with an equal measure of steamed milk, possessing a much stronger taste than a latte.ICED COFFEE 8A version of your favourite coffee with a combination of ice and your choice of syrup: vanilla or caramelHOT CHOCOLATE 8
