Bar See See, the oriental inspired bar and lounge celebrating the mystique and craftsmanship of Moutai, has opened atop The Porter House Precinct on Castlereagh Street.
Joining an already impressive line up curated by Trippas White Group, Bar See See adds a new layer to the five-level precinct, which includes Victor Liong’s Lee Ho Fook, Porter House Grounds & Cellar Door, and Porter and Alia event spaces.
Bar See See is a Baijiu-led concept, a first of its kind in Sydney that will showcase a contemporary exploration of China’s national spirit through innovative cocktails and cultural storytelling. The bar will pair Moutai-driven creations with a significant whisky selection, beer and spritz on tap, and a wine offering curated by group sommelier Louella Mathews.
Launching with a guest residency, Bar See See will host husband and wife bartending duo Priscilla Leong and Paul Hammond. Known internationally for their brand,The Flowing Bowl, collaborating with brands such as Chanel, Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, Rèmy Cointreau International and Lexus Australia. Priscilla won Australian Bartender of the year in 2022 and continues to steer the helm of The Flowing Bowl’s creative projects.
The launch menu will feature signature drinks; High Low Martini, Kelis Colada and Dragon’s Eye Punch – the staff’s pick – a Moutai Chun 1992 & Lochlomand 18 .y.o. whiskey infusion with osmanthus & goji. As well as twists on the classics – Sydney Vesper, Daiquiri See See and Lao Gan Margarita.
Complementing the drinks program is a succinct Asian-inspired bar menu by Lee Ho Fook executive chef, Brad Guest. Crafted for sharing, the menu includes: Sydney Rock oyster with shallot and ginger vinegar; salt and pepper lotus chips; spiced red skin peanuts; spiced pickled vegetables; and duck croquettes.
Under the direction of venue manager, Nance Liong (Lee Ho Fook Sydney and Bar See See), the bar will embody the spirit of refined fun and cultural fusion. Speaking of the 100-seat venue, Liong says: “Bar See See is about reimagining Moutai for modern drinkers. It’s a space where curiosity meets craft – where you can explore something ancient, but in a way that feels fresh, social and very Sydney.”
The space draws inspiration from Moutai’s “flying fairy” motif and the reflective nature of Rorschach symmetry, creating an atmosphere of transformation and sensory movement.
Bar See See will be open from 4pm Wednesday – Saturday.
Bar See See – The Porter House Hotel
Level 3A, 203 Castlereagh Street, Sydney NSW
https://porterhouseprecinct.com.au/bar-see-see
IG: @barseesee
Image credit: Anna Kucera