Verandah Pool Bar & Grill Unveils Botanical Cocktails, Garden to Glass Soda Creations, and a Fresh Take on Cocktail Classics

 Verandah Pool Bar & Grill at Momentus Hotel Alexandra unveils a refreshed drinking experience that reflects a new generation of mindful indulgence. Set beside a striking infinity pool and framed by lush greenery, the bar presents a curated selection of botanical cocktails, garden-to-glass soda creations and a fresh interpretation of cocktail classics, all crafted with house-made infusions and syrups.

Anchored by a floor-to-ceiling glass alcove with a swim-up counter, Verandah Pool Bar & Grill is centred around a circular grill framed by cascading greenery, with seating oriented towards views of the Alexandra precinct and the Southern Ridges. By day, the rooftop offers a calm, tropical setting for poolside refreshment, transitioning seamlessly into a relaxed, social backdrop for evening drinks under the open sky.

“Drinking today is less about overindulgence and more about balance, flavour and experience,” said Felix Wong, General Manager of Momentus Hotel Alexandra. “That is what inspired our garden-to-glass concept, where fresh botanicals and house-made elements come together in a way that feels natural, vibrant and easy to enjoy. We wanted to create a space and a menu that guests can keep coming back to, whether it is a relaxed drink at golden hour or an unhurried evening by the pool.”

Ladies Moments: Wellness-Inspired Botanical Cocktails

Cocktail series shaped by botanicals, balance and wellness

From $22++ each, available daily

There is a certain pleasure in slowing down and savouring a drink that feels as good as it tastes. With Ladies Moments, cocktails take on a lighter, more refined expression, where botanicals bring freshness, lift and quiet complexity to every sip. 

Each creation is a mindful composition crafted with intention and a story to tell. Ingredients are chosen for their natural character, with flavour pairings designed to feel balanced and expressive. Subtle notes of herbs, florals and fruits come together in clean, layered profiles, with botanicals selected for their natural wellness benefits, from calming and restorative properties to uplifting and revitalising effects. Rather than overpowering sweetness, the focus is on clarity and finesse, resulting in cocktails that are bright, aromatic and effortlessly drinkable from first sip to last.

Highlights include:

  • Golden Kiss (Orange Turmeric Margarita) – A vibrant and citrus-led margarita lifted with turmeric, adding a gentle warmth and depth while bringing its well-known anti-inflammatory and skin-supporting properties.

Ingredients: Tequila, turmeric, agave nectar, orange juice, lime juice

  • Quiet Garden (Matcha Martini) – Smooth and composed, this matcha-led martini carries a light earthiness balanced with subtle sweetness and natural antioxidants, for a calm, focused lift.

Ingredients: Vodka, matcha, ginger honey syrup, lemon juice

  • Love in Bloom (Rosewater Ginger Fizz) – Floral on the nose with a soft linger of ginger spice, this sparkling highball is both aromatic and refreshing to support digestion and relaxation.

Ingredients: Gin, rosewater, turmeric ginger honey syrup, lemon juice, soda water

  • Midnight Dream (Blue Pea Vodka) – Light and airy with a silky egg white foam, this butterfly pea cocktail is visually striking, known for its antioxidant qualities and calming appeal.

Ingredients: Vodka, blue pea syrup, simple syrup, egg white

  • Honey Moon (Ashwagandha Honey Spritz) – Soft, herbal and gently rounded with honey, this spritz is infused with ashwagandha for stress relief and mood balance.

Ingredients: Gin, ashwagandha powder, honey syrup, lime juice, soda water

Garden to Glass: Soda Pop Series

House-crafted soda pop mocktails for all ages to enjoy

From $10++ each, available daily

Complementing the poolside offerings is the Garden to Glass Soda Pop Series, a colourful mocktail collection that brings a fresh spin for all ages to enjoy. Rooted in a true garden-to-glass approach, each soda pop creation begins with carefully selected ingredients, prepared daily into house-made infusions.

Inspired by the idea that what grows from the earth can restore the body, guests can choose from seven vibrant infusions that deliver tropical energy, inner calm, and pure hydration straight to the glass.

From turmeric and rosemary to butterfly pea flower and hibiscus, each is transformed into syrups using real ingredients with no artificial flavours or preservatives, then topped with soda for a crisp, uplifting finish. Naturally low in sugar, the series supports hydration, digestion and focus, making it an easy, refreshing choice for sun-soaked, poolside moments.

Highlights include:

  • Brain Food – A citrusy refresher with a gentle, aromatic rosemary lift, designed to keep you feeling clear and focused throughout the day. Ingredients: Rosemary syrup, citrus, soda
  • Chill Out – Clean, crisp and instantly cooling, this revitalising mint-led cooler is made to hydrate and help you reset under the sun. Ingredients: Mint syrup, lime, cucumber water, soda
  • Goes Blue – Visually striking and subtly floral, this antioxidant-rich soda offers a calm, cooling sip that is as refreshing as it looks. Ingredients: Cold-brew butterfly pea flower tea, lychee syrup, lime, soda
  • Heart Throb – Tart with a slightly tangy profile, this vibrant refresher infused with hibiscus supports heart health while boosting vitamin C. Ingredients: Cold-brew hibiscus, watermelon syrup, honey, soda
  • Party Starter – Tropical and aromatic with a zesty lift, this easy-drinking blend is an instant mood booster that is perfect for beating the heat and easing bloating. Ingredients: Lemongrass syrup, pineapple, grenadine, soda
  • Sunkissed – Bright and citrusy, this curated infusion carries a gentle turmeric warmth that fights inflammation and supports gut health. Ingredients: Turmeric syrup, mango, orange juice, soda
  • Skin Saver – Light, juicy and ultra-refreshing, this hydrating blend is designed to support glowing, healthy skin from within. Ingredients: Cucumber, lychee syrup, lime, kiwi drop, soda

Drink of the Month: Classic Cocktails With A Fruity Twist

A rotating series of familiar cocktails, refreshed with a mix of fruit-driven profiles From $16++ each, available daily

For those who gravitate towards familiar cocktails, the Drink of the Month series offers a playful fruit-led spin on classic serves. Each month spotlights a different cocktail base, Mojito, Daiquiri, Margarita or Martini, reimagined across a curated selection of eight fruits: lychee, orange, blueberry, strawberry, blackberry, lime, pineapple and kiwi.

The rotation begins with the Mojito, where its signature citrus and mint profile is expressed through each fruit variation, from the light, floral notes of lychee to the brighter acidity of pineapple and kiwi. Guests can look forward to something different with each visit, while staying grounded in flavours that are easy to return to.

Momentus Hour: $98++ Unlimited Cocktails and Tapas-style Bites

An easy transition into the evening, with accessible drinks and shareable bites

From $98++ per pax Unlimited Package, available daily from 5pm to 8pm

Completing the bar offerings is the Momentus Hour Unlimited Package, built around that early evening window, whether it is a after work catch up or a  pre-dinner indulgence. At $98++ per person, guests can enjoy unlimited access to the entire menu of cocktails and tapas-style bites, making it easy to try everything and keep the experience relaxed and unhurried. 

Highlights include:

  • Crispy Chicken Lollipop, savoury and satisfying crunch
  • ‘Har Cheong’ Paper Thin Pork Belly, crisp and loaded with umami
  • Grilled Baby Octopus, lightly charred, with a tad of smokiness for a moreish finish
  • Thai Street Chicken Skin, addictively spiced for that extra kick
  • Dirty Picanha Steak + Truffle Fries, for the table that means business

Drinks include 1925 Lager draught beer, house wines, Gin & Tonic, Whisky Sour, Cranberry Bellini, Mango Lychee, Pink Lady, and Blue Lagoon. Cocktails and tapas-style bites are also available from $10++ each ala-carte, with vegetarian options available.

With its refreshed bar programme, Verandah Pool Bar & Grill moves effortlessly from easy daytime sipping to high-spirited evenings. Whether it’s a quick drink by the pool, a casual catch-up, or a night that gathers pace, the energy builds with every round, vibrant, social, and made to keep the good times going. For more information, please visit Verandah Pool Bar & Grill

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