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Drinks List of the Year: Bar Spontana

A diverse selection of drinks that complement the venue’s food and style, presented in an accessible format and including a range of prices and non-alcoholic options.

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This three-page list has as much energy as Spontana itself. It balances frivolity, harmony and indisputable quality, and is also accessible: two-thirds of the wines are under $100.

Bar Spontana, from the team behind Footscray’s Mr West.
Bar Spontana, from the team behind Footscray’s Mr West.Chris Hopkins

There are rare cuvees, wild fermented drops and clean examples of familiar varieties, but all stand up to the heat, funk and herbs of the northern Thai menu.

Barrel-aged and sour beers take on barbecued meat. Multi-dimensional cocktails celebrate citrus and artisanal spirits. A dedicated section salutes spontaneous fermentation, including non-alcs.

It’s irresistible fun – no wonder, with the crew from Mr West bottleshop involved.

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