Theatrical Prison Cocktail Experience – Alcotraz
Hidden behind metal bars and concrete walls under the buzzing street of London, there is a one-of-a-kind immersive cocktail experience where participants don an orange prison jumpsuit, smuggle their own liqueurs and sip bespoke cocktails in their own prison cell. This is Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Bar.
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Alcotraz Theatrical Cocktail Experience
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From the creators of Avora and Moonshine Saloon, Alcotraz is one of London’s best immersive theatrical cocktail experiences.
The Story
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If you’ve previously visited Moonshine Saloon, you know the story of the notorious moonshiner and bootlegger, Clyde Cassidy and his gang.
Cassidy has built his liqueur smuggling empire that, despite of the police constantly chasing him, he’s been running successfully for decades. Cassidy’s Moonshine Saloon is where outlaws do business with the locals and sell drinks. One day the Sheriff is in town and sniffs suspicion…
Alcotraz picks the storyline up where it dropped at Moonshine Saloon. Clyde Cassidy has finally been caught and put behind bars for life in America’s newest and most feared prison, Alcotraz Penitentiary.
However, even Alcotraz cannot stop Cassidy and his liqueur smuggling empire. He managed to turn the guards crooked to help him newly convicted inmates smuggle in their own liqueur.
Inspired by Hollywood Film & TV
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Alcotraz prison cocktail bar is inspired by Hollywood Film and TV productions that brought popular prison stories to life.
Alcotraz is more than just an immersive cocktail experience.
Here guests put on orange jumpsuits, walk through a metal detector and become inmates of an evening.
You have to smuggle your own liquor that notorious bootleggers will turn into delicious cocktails. The Guards of Alcotraz are all crooked, so they will do their best to help you smuggle in your bottle.
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Once you’re in your jumpsuit you will be escorted into your very own prison cell where the theatrical experience really begins.
A group of talented actors bring an exciting story to life right in front of your eyes with lots of drama and laughter. You will meet a member of the Cassidy Gang, visit the Warden’s office, take a mug shot and – of course – enjoy delicious cocktails made from the liquor you previously smuggled in.
You will enjoy four different cocktails during your visit. However, there’s no menu here….it’s a prison after all, right? So, what cocktails will get?
When handing over your bottle you will be asked what types of cocktails you like. Do you like it sweet, smoky, spicy or fruity? However you like your cocktails, they will blend you four bespoke creations entirely tailored to your taste.
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All other ingredients, such as syrups, bitters and fruits are provided by the mixers. The bartenders typically don’t use all the liquor you had smuggled in, so you will get back the leftovers to take home with you.
We brought a bottle of Martini and requested our cocktails to be sweet. All four cocktails were totally different and very delicious.
The cocktails are not strong at all, so they are perfect to help you get in good spirit but won’t make you drunk, not even tipsy.
Don’t drink alcohol? No problem!
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If you don’t drink alcohol but would love to do the Alcotraz experience, don’t worry. In this case, you don’t have to bring anything with you. Simply mention this to the staff and the bartenders will create four mocktails for you instead.
Choose Your Sentence
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There are three different ticket types with or without add-ons and souvenirs to take home.
‘The Rookie’ ticket consists of the basic experience with four bespoke cocktails.
‘The Associate’ ticket consists of the theatrical experience with four cocktails and a Prison Record Card souvenir to take home with your own photo to commemorate your visit.
‘The Boss’ ticket consists of the theatrical experience with four cocktails, plus canteen sweets and a branded Alcotraz mug to take home.
Want to be More Involved?
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Make the most out of your experience by choosing a unique character to play and be actively involved in the storyline.
There are three characters you can choose from: ‘the Janitor’, ‘the Mole’ and ‘the Artist’. You’ll receive your special costume pieces, and the actors and actresses will make sure you’ll be involved in as much as possible.
Party Venue Just Got Criminal!
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On the hunt for a unique venue for your private event?
Alcotraz prison block is the perfect thematic venue for a birthday party, corporate event, hen or stag party or even a wedding reception.
You can even personalise the storyline.
The staff and the actors are happy to create a very special storyline for your event that involves you and your guests and create unique cocktails tailored to your taste to make your special event unforgettable.
Gift Voucher
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‘Sentence’ someone life behind bars with an Alcotraz Gift Voucher.
A truly unique and memorable gift for someone who loves immersive experiences and delicious cocktails.
Alcotraz has different locations all over the UK: London, Brighton, Manchester, Liverpool, Cardiff, and Bristol.
Practical Info
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Address
Alcotraz London: Cell Block Two-One-Two | Unit 3B, 127 Hackney Rd, London E2 8GY
Opening Times
Mon: CLOSED
Tue & Wed: 19:05 – 20:50
Thu – Fri: 18:35 – 23:15
Sat: 12:00 – 23:15
Sun: 16:40 – 18:25
Booking
Book your ticket on Alcotraz’s official website or on FEVER.
How long does the experience take?
The whole experience takes about 1hr 45min
Is the experience scary?
Not at all! It’s a fun experience with lots of laughter and amazing actors and actresses (and yes, you can go to the toilet any time you want).
I’m shy but I want to do the experience. Do I have to actively participate?
If you want to be less involved, don’t worry! Just sit back, sip your cocktails and enjoy the show. You can always tell the staff (they are super friendly) if you don’t want to be involved much.
Is there age restriction?
Alcotraz is a strictly 18+ venue.
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