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Muse at RSA House

A creative cocktail haven. Just ring the doorbell for entry
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Muse invites you in through our discreet entrance at 18 Adam Street. Just ring the gold doorbell and step into an elegant space that blends history with innovation – serving sustainable, regenerative British cocktails in our 250 year old historic Georgian townhouse.

Tucked away within RSA House, behind the vibrant Strand in central London, our bar spotlights British ingredients, sustainable agriculture, local provenance and rewilding projects with a unique collection of wild distillates.

Settle into our warm, refined space – perfect for a pre theatre or post work cocktail that carries effortlessly into the evening, complimented by our crafted bar snacks and small plates menu.

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We are open weekdays, Monday to Friday, from 4pm to 11pm. Muse at RSA House has a separate street-level entrance at 18 Adam Street. Just ring the doorbell for entry.

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Reserve your spot at MUSE for considered cocktails, seasonal flavours, and an evening that unfolds at its own pace.

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Our history distilled

The RSA has helped shape society since the Enlightenment and has been at the forefront of significant social impact since it was founded in 1754.

We draw on our unique blend of history and modernity, offering innovative mixology and refreshing drinks in partnership with Company of Cooks and Idyll Drinks.

With cocktails from celebrated mixologist Marcis Dzelzainis, we offer creative yet approachable serves with innovative ingredients.

Behind the bar, our celebrated mixologist team craft drinks rooted in sustainable‑first British ingredients, wild botanicals, and rewilding partnerships. Each cocktail reflects traceable provenance, from home‑made distillates to local ciders from Fine Cider Co and ethically curated wine lists.

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Cocktails, Wines, Spirits, Ciders & Beers

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Our core cocktails

East of Eden

A refreshing serve with cucumber distillate, Sipello, apple juice and rhubarb soda.

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The Blackadder

Vault Aperitivo Bitter, Hepple Sloe & Hawthorn Gin, sour cherry, lemon and almond with a couple of dashes of Devil’s Botany Absinthe.

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My Bloody Clementine

A whisky serve with chamomile, ginger, honey and yuzu.

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Truffle Martini

A spin on the vodka classic, with truffle distillate.

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Other cocktails

  • Crimson & Clover – a blend of gin, Aker English Rose Vermouth, Capreolus Raspberry Eaux de Vie, rhubarb and lemon
  • Cucumber & Tonic – a twist on the classic created with cucumber distillate
  • Shipwreck Fix – a rum-forward cocktail, with rose hip, hawthorn and verjus
  • William Shipley – named after the founder of the RSA, this mixes vodka, lemon and Idyll Gooseberry & Rooibos Soda

Wild cocktails

  • Myrica Gale Daiquiri – uses both a light ‘rum’ and Oaxacan Rum, sourced in Mexico
  • Wild Carrot Margarita – a vegetal take on the favourite
  • Pineapple Weed Pisco Sour – is a nod to the Peruvian classic, with pisco, pineapple weed liqueur, Lemon and bitters
  • Hogweed Old Fashioned – a delicious nightcap, with rye whiskey, Somerset Cider Brandy Pomona liqueur and hogweed bitters

Visit RSA House

RSA House in London is a great place to work, meet like-minded people, enjoy coffee or light refreshments, and now cocktails.

Where to find us
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For media and press enquiries for Muse at RSA House, please contact:

Dom McGovern
Media and Public Affairs Officer
dom.mcgovern@rsa.org.uk

Craig Anderson-Woodley
Head of Sales & Marketing
craig.anderson-woodley@rsa.org.uk