In the word’s of Phil, ‘it’s as dark as a mule’s asshole,’ in here. Don’t ask us what he means by the Mule’s ass hole bit, but the dim lighting in Kruger’s is part of its charm. Monochrome portraits cover the walls and your grandmother’s old lamps reveal the shine on the chesterfield leather couches that are a very comfortable spot to park your ass if you’re lucky enough to score a seat on one of them. Actually, Kruger’s only needs one word to describe it – classic. The menu, that you’ll be reading by the light of a tea lamp candle, is monstrous in size and choice. The bar staff are forever drifting about and are playful in their ways, while the cocktails are serious business and eloquently made.
We also like … their happy hour between 6pm–8pm (7.20 €/cocktails) and their extensive selection of cigars at the entrance.
How many cocktails are on the menu? About 180
Barman banter with Milos
VW: What drink would you recommend ordering for a pretty girl, or a handsome guy sitting at the other end of the bar?
Milos: If they’re older, probably a Gin Gimlet, Prosecco or Champagne. If they’re younger, I’d say a Mojito, a Daquiri. These are all safe choices.
VW: Is there a secret to your cocktail shaking technic?
Milos: Shake it until your arm hurts (said with a wink)
VW: What’s the craziest story you’ve ever heard, or witnessed, behind the bar?
Milos: Two very drunk guys come in from a summers day and ask for the toilet. It’s very dark inside and we tell them it’s downstairs, to the left. Then we watch them walk – with extra large strides – over the cracks in the wooden floorboards. They thought they were walking down the stairs already.
VW: What’s your favourite cocktail?
Milos: Gin Gimlet with cucumber for summer. Makers Mark Special for winter.
