The Hundred Acre Wood Cocktail Menu

The Hundred Acre Wood | Winter Cocktail Menu 2011

“Nonsense? That’s it Dinah! If I had a world of my own everything would be nonsense. Nothing would be what it is because everything would be what it isn’t. And contrariwise, what it is, it

wouldn’t be. And what it wouldn’t be, it would. You see? ”

Hippopotamus Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, Museum Hotel | Wellington, New Zealand

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“The contents of this menu have been known to induce euphoria, joy, social acceptance, attractiveness and intelligence among other things. However other times for one to wake at bus stops with permanent

maker on your face, missing a shoe and your socks on your hands. Please enjoy responsibly. Quick n Easy Piglet Pot ion $16 Martin Millers gin, hibiscus, pineapple, lemon, rosewater and Peychauds bitters. “And when that day comes I shall futterwacken… Vigorously.” Mad Hatter Heffalump $16 Matusalem Platino rum, violet, blackberry, juniper honey, chocolate bitters and cream. “Don’t just do something, stand there. No no! Go go!” White Rabbit Si l ly Old Bear $18 Chamomile infused tequila, Sake, St Germain, cardomom honey, grapefruit bitters and lime. “Begin at the beginning and go on till you come to the end: then stop.” The King

T igger Dear $16 Rosemary and chilli infused rum, Ardbeg 10yo scotch, Gran Marnier, Angostura bitters, ginger and lemon. “Don’t just do something, stand there. No no! Go go!” White Rabbit

Owls Remedy $16 Fig infused bourbon, hibiscus, clove honey, chocolate bitters and lemon. “I don’t believe there’s an atom of meaning to it.” Alice

North Garden $20 Buffalo Trace bourbon, Chateau Debruil VSOP calvados, Ardbeg 10yo scotch, demarara sugar and Angostura bitters. The classic non-alcoholic cocktail, beautifully balanced, satisfying and floral. Served up.

Mojito, Margarita, Manhattan... Ask for your favourite classics!

“The atmosphere of a great bar will affect most cultured men and women in approximately the same way. It will conjure relaxation; it will invite depth and savor to fellowship. It will encourage reflection. In short a great

bar is a place of high purpose. A great bar is a way of life.” Esquire Magazine, 1954

SPESHUL PRATY Winter’s Coming… $22 Chateau Debruil calvados, Domaine de Canton, candied walnut syrup and topped with Cava. “The trees seem sad… have you been speaking with them?” White Queen Kangas Remedy no. 2 $22 Chamomile infused tequila, pineapple, juniper infused honey and topped with Cava. “What use is a book, without pictures or conversations?” Alice Rabbits El ix ir $22 Matusalem Platino rum, redcurrant jelly, apple, Peychauds bitters and topped with Cava. “But we insist! You simply must join us in a cup of tea!” The Hatter & The Hare XXX $24 Lillet blanc, Strega, apple and Cava topped with a rose and white chocolate foam. “Have you any idea why a raven is like a writing desk?” Mad Hatter Honey Tree $22 42 Below manuka honey vodka, Kubota sake, Maraschino, Ardbeg 10yo scotch, orange bitters and topped with Cava. “Beware the Jubjub bird and shun the frumerious Bandersnatch!” Jabberwocky T.T.F.N $32 Hendricks gin, St. Germain elderflower liqueur, mint, passionfruit, apple, lemon and topped with Louis Roederer champagne. “Beware the Jubjub bird and shun the frumerious Bandersnatch!” Jabberwocky

Hippopotamus Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, Museum Hotel | Wellington, New Zealand

“I found in one of the tombs an inscription saying ‘If you touch my tomb, you will be eaten by and crocodile and a hippopotamus.’ It doesn’t mean the hippo will eat you, it just means the

person really wanted his tomb to be protected.” From home L itt le Black Raincloud $16 Buffalo Trace bourbon, Domaine de Canton, apple, lemon, peach bitters and demerara sugar. “Don’t just do something, stand there. No no! Go go!” White Rabbit Christopher Robin $22 Dobbe Petit cognac, Benedictine, 10yo tawny port, orange juice and Angostura bitters. “Let’s take her to the White Queen, she’ll be safe there… Spoon!” March Hare Bees Song $18 St. Germain, absinthe, blackberry shrub, juniper infused honey, lemon and sauvignon blanc. “Don’t just do something, stand there. No no! Go go!” White Rabbit Rabbits Patch $18 42 Below passionfruit vodka, absinthe, celery bitters, basil, chilli, carrot and orange juices. “Let’s take her to the White Queen, she’ll be safe there… Spoon!” March Hare Eeyores Gloomy Place $18 Matusalem classico, Smoke and Oakum Gunpowder Rum, Ardbeg 10yo, passionfruit and lime “Don’t just do something, stand there. No no! Go go!” White Rabbit Honey Pot ( for two to share) $36 Chamomile tequila, Suze, hibiscus, juniper honey, Peychauds bitters, grapefruit and pineapple. “Don’t just do something, stand there. No no! Go go!” White Rabbit

Mojito, Margarita, Manhattan... Ask for your favourite classics!

“I wonder if I've been changed in the night? Let me think. Was I the same when I got up this morning? I almost think I can remember feeling a little different. But if I'm not the same, the

next question is 'Who in the world am I?' Ah, that's the great puzzle!” From Owls Archives Mi lk Punch $18 Martell VS cognac, 42 Below manuka honey, vanilla, nutmeg, milk, cream and sugar. “You used to be much more muchier… you’ve lost your muchness.” Mad Hatter 21st Century Cocktai l $16 Arette silver tequila, white chocolate liqueur, lemon and absinthe. “Oh my ears and whiskers, how late it’s getting!” White Rabbit The Last Word $20 Martin Millers gin, Maraschino liqueur, Green Chartreuse and lime. “Twas a brillig and the slithy toves, did the gile and gimble in the wabe” Jabberwocky Daiquir i $16 Matusalem Platino white rum, lime and sugar. “We’re all mad here…” Cheshire Cat The Lions Tai l $18 Buffalo Trace bourbon, Pimento Dram, lime and Angostura bitters. “Twas a brillig and the slithy toves, did the gile and gimble in the wabe” Jabberwock Angel Face $20 Martin Millers gin, Chateau Debreuil calvados and apricot brandy. “Twas a brillig and the slithy toves, did the gile and gimble in the wabe” Jabberwock

Hippopotamus Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, Museum Hotel | Wellington, New Zealand

“I fear those who drink water and so remembers this morning what the rest of us said last night.”

Greek Proverb Winter flips and toddys Trespassers Wil l (hot) $18 Houston BR Citrusy, light and refreshing. A long drink fantastically refreshing and cleansing. Oh Bother… (hot) $20 42 Below Feijoa, sauvignon blanc, honey, crème de violet, apple, lemon and grapes. Citrusy, light and refreshing. A long drink fantastically refreshing and cleansing. Port Royal $18 Hippos spiced rum, ruby port, cigar syrup, demerara sugar, chicory essence and egg. Elegant, floral and soft, like the flower it is named after, served up. XXX (hot) $22 Hennessy VS, Rinquinquin, Strega, Benedictine, orange blossom and juniper infused honey. The classic non-alcoholic cocktail, beautifully balanced, satisfying and floral. Served up. Woozle (hot) $22 Matusalem clasico, Rosso Antico, white crème de cacao, Jerry Thomas decanter bitters, hot water and lavender butter. A lovely herbal twist on the classic Moscow Mule, balanced and spicy served long. The Hundred Acre Wood $18 Ardbeg 10yo scotch, porter, chocolate grappa, absinthe, green Chartreuse and egg. “Don’t just do something, stand there. No no! Go go!” White Rabbit

Mojito, Margarita, Manhattan... Ask for your favourite classics!

“Oh Pooh! Oh huhuhuuuu!… Er… Whats a Pooh?” Tigger “There tops are made out of rubberQ There bottoms made out of springs!”

“I fear those who drink water and so remembers this morning what the rest of us said last night.”

Greek Proverb Non-Alcoholic Cocktails Honey Bear $10 Clove infused honey, lemon, orange bitters and ginger beer. XXX Spring Fizz $10 Juniper infused honey, hibiscus, grapefruit bitters and soda. A rich, sweet combination of tropical flavours. Packed full of flavour and served long. Sunny Afternoon $10 Passionfruit, pink grapefruit, orange bitters and soda. Citrusy, light and refreshing. A long drink fantastically refreshing and cleansing. F lower Garden $10 Apple, cranberry, peach bitters, rosewater and lemon. Elegant, floral and soft, like the flower it is named after, served up. Cinderel la $10 Pineapple, orange, grapefruit, orange blossom water and soda. The classic non-alcoholic cocktail, beautifully balanced, satisfying and floral. Served up. Pumpkin Pie $10 Pumpkin pie spice syrup, milk, cream, Jerry Thomas decanter bitters and nutmeg. XXX

Range of non-alcoholic beverages always available, juices, sodas, ginger beer, teas and coffees.

The Old Fashioned Drinking today is making a statement, making a declaration that ‘this is who I am’. This is because we are individuals, and as individuals we deserve an equally individual drink, and what better way than with the iconic cocktail, the Martini. With a questionable origin and many claims of creation, one cannot question the renown of the Martini, the godfather of cocktails. We’re giving you the tools to create your very own. It’s like entering numbers into a vending machine to have a unique product pop out the bottom, and it’s definitely more interesting than building a subway sandwich. All you need to do is pick your style, spirit, garnish and how it is served and we will do the rest. Chose your Style 0. Bone Dry (No vermouth) 1. Traditional (1:1 ratio) 2. Dry (1:10 ratio) 3. Wet (1:3 ratio) 4. Dirty (Olive brine replaces vermouth 1:10) 5. Perfect (1:1:10 dry and sweet vermouth) Pick your Spirit 0. Smirnoff Black 1. 42 Below Pure 2. Belvedere 3. Sq1 Organic Rye 4. Ciroc 5. Chopin 6. Aviation 7. Beefeater 24 8. Plymouth 9. Hendricks 10. Gabriel Boudier Saffron 11. Martin Millers 12. South 13. Tanqueray No. 10 14. Sq1 Botanical Pick your Garnish 0. No Garnish 1. Cocktail Onion 2. Lemon Twist 3. 3 Olives 4. Orange Twist 5. Grapefruit Twist 6. 2 Olives 7. 1 Olive Pick How it is served 1. Straight up 2. On the rocks And that’s it! If you still feeling overwhelmed, try our favourites: Guys Mart in i (3-7-4 Up) Wet Beefeater 24 Martini with an orange twist straight up. Timothees Mart in i (2-10-2 Up) Dry Saffron gin Martini with a lemon twist straight up. James Bond Mart in i (0-0-7 Rocks) Bone Dry Smirnoff Black Martini with an olive on the rocks. And that’s all there is to a basic Martini! Obviously you can’t walk into the next cocktail bar and order a 2-14-3 Up Martini, but you can walk in and ask for a Dry Plymouth Martini with 2 olives up! The Bartender will certainly appreciate it.

A good martini is always stirred. In this day and age a martini should never be shaken.

“Beer is proof that god loves us and wants us to be happy.” Benjamin Franklin

Beer you might not know… Duvel Strong Ale - Belgium $16 Light notes of lemon, banana, clove, green apple. pear and peppers. Well hopped and aromatic. Likes: Fresh Fruit, white bread, fresh salads, groper, vegetable soups and hard cheeses. Emersons Bookbinder Bitter - Dunedin $14 Marmalade, spices, dry roasted grain, good smack of bitterness with a medium body. Likes: Lamb, Herbs, Roast anything, vegetables, beef, oranges. Epic Pale Ale - Auckland $9 Rose, citrus, papaya. mango, pepper, jasmine, lychee. Light, aromatic and refreshing. Likes: Fresh salads, fish, citrus, goats cheese, sashimi and sushi.

Moa St. Joseph Belgian Tr ipel - Marlborough $14 Clove, spice, stone fruits and brown sugar with a complimentary bitterness. Likes: Full favoured cheeses, roast pork, dried fruit and smoked white meat. Renaissance Elemental Porter - Marlborough $14 Dark chocolate, smoke, roasted coffee, grass, dark fruit. Full bodied, firm bitterness. Likes: Coffee, chocolate, berrys, blue cheese, anything barbequed or chargrilled.

Three Boys Wheat - Christchurch $14 Banana, coriander, bubblegum, lemongrass, ginger. Light bodied with a sour note. Likes: Snapper, scallops, crab, seafood, soft cheeses, southeast Asian cuisine. Tuatara Bohemian Pi lsner - Well ington $9 Floral hoppiness, lime and fresh passionfruit. Medium Bodied, sweet with a bitter bite. Likes: Cured meats, pickles, aged cheeses, wholegrains and red meat.

Wychwood ‘Hobgobl in’ Ruby Ale - England $14 Chocolate, apple, apricot, fig, raisin, butter, plum, medium bitterness. Dark but not heavy. Likes: Meat Stews, Steak and Ale Pies, Roast Pork, char-grilled vegetables, Dried Fruits. Beer you know… Amstel L ight - Netherlands $7 Heineken – Netherlands $8 Isaacs Cider - Well ington $8 Kronenbourg 1664 - France $8

The Spirits List We understand that customers are becoming increasingly brand and taste aware when it comes time to drink, we figure that if we don’t have time to drink or money to burn on sub-par products, then neither do you. Alcohol can be made from nearly anything; and people have created alcohol from everything from waste timber to dairy by-products. Which is why we go to so much effort in selecting our list of products that are of high standard, all our Tequilas are 100% Blue Agave, Our Vodkas all cereal, our rums get their colour and flavour from the wood they are aged in not added caramels and everything is at least 80 Proof. Boutique producers have the ability to give their products greater attention and cure to each individual bottle unlike the larger producers like Bacardi, Smirnoff, Absolut, Bombay, Jose Cuervo etc. who produce millions of litres of alcohol a year, and we believe this attention to detail pays off. But by no means does that mean larger companies can’t produce fantastic products, but with the smaller companies you know every dollar is going into the product and not into international marketing and advertising. Every company’s product is distinct from the next, if you know what to look for, each has flavours, fragrances and feels unique to that product, our staff are here to help if you’d like direction and guidance about our products. The training and education of our staff is important to us, this is key in our efforts of exceeding expectation and providing an experience, a more professional, enjoyable and personal experience, and remembering that it’s about having a good time! Our Aim is to provide service and drinks of a higher standard to those who appreciate the difference of a good drink prepared properly in the time-honoured traditions of Bartending, that are lost on most people and unfortunately many Bartenders. You will find no pre-mixed drinks here, if you are after a Rum and Coke, what we will offer you is a premium Rum (try the Gunpowder Rum!) with real Coca-Cola, in a cold, clean glass with plenty of ice. We put a lot of thought and time into what we do, that is why for us the day starts early, preparing fresh juices, fruits and syrups. We love what we do, we strive to maintain the high standards we set in our service and we hope you notice and appreciate the difference!

House Pours Wyborowa Vodka – Kazakhstan 9 Martin Millers Gin – London, England 9 Matusalem Platino Rum – Dominican Republic 9 Matusalem Clasico Rum – Dominican Republic 9 Arette Reposado Tequila – Mexico 9 Buffalo Trace Bourbon – Kentucky, USA 9 Chivas Regal 12 Whisky – Scotland 9 Martell VS Cognac – France 9

Vodka Ciroc – France 14 Ketel One Citroen – Netherlands 12 Smirnoff Black – Russia 10 Square One Cucumber – California, USA 12 Zubrowka Bison – Poland 10 42 Below Flavoured – New Zealand 10 Pure, Feijoa, Kiwifruit, Manuka Honey, Passionfruit

Gin

Aviation – Oregon, USA 12 Beefeater 24 – London, England 12 Hayman’s Old Tom – London, England 10 Hendricks – Speyside, Scotland 14 Gabriel Boudier Saffron – France 12 Ketel One Genever – Netherlands 10 Plymouth – Plymouth, England 10 Square One Botanical – California, USA 12 Tanqueray No. Ten – Cameronbridge, Scotland 14

Brandy

Chateau Dubreuil VSOP Calvados – Normandy, France 12 Courvoisier ‘Exclusif’ VSOP – Cognac, France 22 Delord XO – Armagnac, France 20 Dobbe Petit Champagne – Cognac, France 18 G.E. Massenez Prisoner Pear Brandy – Alsace, France 16 Hennessy Paradis – Cognac, France 45 Macchu Pisco – Peru 10 Martell XO – Cognac, France 30

Agave Spir i ts

Arette Blanco – Jalisco, Mexico 9 Cabo Wabo Blanco – Jalisco, Mexico 14 Don Julio Reposado – Jalisco, Mexico 22 Herradura Silver – Jalisco, Mexico 12 Olmeca Tezon Anejo – Jalisco, Mexico 20 Jose Cuervo Centenario Reposado – Jalisco, Mexico 18 Patron Reposado – Jalisco, Mexico 16

Sauza Tres Generaciones Anejo – Jalisco, Mexico 14

Cane Spir i ts Appleton Estate Reserve 8 – Jamaica 10 Barcadi 8 – Bahamas 12 Flor de Cana Centenario 18 – Nicaragua 22 Havana Club Cuban Barrel Strength – Cuba 18 J. Bally Ambre Agricole – Martinique 12 Man O War Gunpowder Rum – New Zealand 16 Matusalem Gran Reserva 15 – Dominican Republic 14

Mount Gay Extra Old – Barbados 12 Pirassununga 51 Cachaca – Brazil 10 Stolen White – New Zealand 10 Ten Cane – Trinidad & Tobago 12 Ypioca Rio Cachaca – Brazil 14

Whiskey

Canadian Club 12 – Canada 10 Compass Box Hedonism – Scotland 22 Four Roses Single Barrel – Kentucky, USA 20 Jack Daniels – Tennessee, USA 10 Jamesons – Ireland 10 Johnnie Walker Black – Scotland 12 Makers Mark – Kentucky, USA 10 Penderyn – Wales 18 Sazerac 6 Rye – Kentucky, USA 20 Sheeps Dip 8 – Scotland 14 Wild Turkey 101 Rye – Kentucky, USA 10 Woodford Reserve – Kentucky, USA 12

Yamazaki 12 – Japan 16 S ingle Malt Scotch

Aberlour ‘A’bundah’ – Speyside 18 Ardbeg 10 – Islay 14 Balvenie Doublewood 12 – Speyside 16 Bladnoch 1991 – Lowlands 25 Dalmore ‘King Alexander III’ 1263 – Highlands 30 Glenfiddich ‘Caribbean’ 21 – Speyside 35 Glenkinchie ‘Amontillado’ 1986 – Lowlands 30 Glenmorangie ‘Nectar D’or’ – Highlands 16 Highland Park 18 – Isle of Orkney 25 Jura ‘Superstition’ 12 – Isle of Jura 14 Lagavulin 16 – Islay 22 Springbank 15 – Campbeltown 20 Talisker 10 – Isle of Skye 14

Whisky Map

Aperit i fs

Aperol – Italy 10 Campari – Italy 10 Cointreau – France 10 Dolin Blanc – France 10 Dubonnet – France 10 Gran Marnier – France 10 Lillet Blanc – France 10 Martini Rosso – Italy 10 Noilly Prat – France 10 Pernod – France 10 Pimm's No. 1 Cup – England 10 Rinquinquin – France 10 Rosso Antico – Italy 10 St. Germain – France 10

Digest ives Averna – Italy 10 Baileys – Ireland 10 Benedictine – France 10 Chambord – France 10 Chartreuse – France 10 Cherry Heering – Holland 10 Disaronno Amaretto – Italy 10 Drambuie – Scotland 10 Domaine de Canton – France 10 Frangelico – Italy 10 Gabriel Boudier Pear Liqueur – France 10 Grappa Chocolate – Italy 10 Kahlua – Mexico 10 San Pellegrino Lemoncello – Italy 10 Strega - Italy 10

Port Grahams Fine Tawny – Portugal 10 Grahams Vintage 2003 Ruby – Portugal 15 Grahams 10 Tawny – Portugal 20 Grahams 20 Tawny – Portugal 35

Bar Snack Menu Available 4pm - 10pm

Antipasto Platter * $32 A selection of continental cured meats, olives, cheeses and pickles Cheeseboard * $25 A selection of cheeses with crackers and bread Soup of the Day $15 Todays fresh soup with baguette and butter Toasted Sandwich * $17 Tomato, cheese, mushroom and onion with fries or mesclun salad Croque Monsieur * $17 Toasted sandwich with cheese and ham, choice of fries or mesclun salad Salmon Sushimi $26 The way of the chef Museum Burger $20 Gourmet burger with fries Crayf ish $60 Whole crayfish grilled and served with aioli, side salad and fries (allow 30mins) Cigars Croust i l lant $28 Of goats cheese and black olives with baby beetroot (V) Homemade French fr ies * $10 Classic style homemade fries with aioli and tomato sauce

• Indicates dishes available while the bar is open.

Rotisseur Menu All rotisserie dishes are served with homemade fries and a side salad.

Beef f i l let $40 With Café de Paris butter Leg of lamb steak $37 With rosemary and black olive butter Free range roast pork $38 With cinnamon and apple puree

Dessert Menu Orange Tart $18 With caramelised meringue and mango ravioli Tradit ional crème brulee $18 Served with fresh berries and strawberry sorbet Green tea pannacotta $18 With marinated raspberry and coconut meringue “Mi-cuit” coffee and chocolate pudding $18 With chocolate sauce, milk chocolate “espumas” and coffee ice-cream Stuffed strawberr ies with hibiscus $18 With Peanut foam served on quark and caramel Classic French dessert select ion $18 Chefs selection of our dessert Dessert with matching cocktai l $34 Your choice of dessert then paired with a paired with a house cocktail

Hippopotamus nut selection also available at all times!

Be safe this winter.