The Up Hour at Upstairs

Experience an evening of bold flavours, cocktail pairings and local connections with The Up Hour at Upstairs at 1 Hotel Melbourne.

This guided aperitivo adventure brings together mini cocktails and single-bite creations that tell a story of sustainability, craft, and sense of place, with each pairing designed for a refined burst of flavour.

Throughout the evening, meet local beverage partners as they share their small-batch spirits, artisanal mixers and the stories behind each ingredient. These collaborations celebrate thoughtfully sourced local produce and a shared commitment to protecting the planet while elevating every experience.

Continue the night downstairs at From Here by Mike for dinner — reservations available here.

Pairing one:
Snack: Oyster with pickled daikon and finger lime mignonette
Drink: Mini Martini – Gindu ‘Coastal’ gin, High Country rice shochu, Victorian dry vermouth, Geraldton waxflower

Pairing two:
Snack: Kingfish belly tiradito in passionfruit tiger's milk
Drink: Dinky Spritz – Saint Felix ‘Bitter Citrus’ aperitivo, davo plum aperitivo, Yarra Valley rosé, apple soda

Pairing three:
Snack: Seared king prawn with spicy garlic butter
Drink: Pygmy Jungle Bird – Jimmy Rum ‘Spiced’ & ‘Silver’ rums, Australian amaro, local banana liqueur, roasted pineapple, lime