Sip in Style

Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga invites guests to celebrate the summer season with the launch of an entirely new cocktail menu at Stage22 Bar & Restaurant, the hotel’s celebrated rooftop destination overlooking the city skyline. The new menu marks a significant evolution in the Stage22 cocktail experience — one defined by restraint, precision and a deep appreciation for Asian culinary traditions.

With 15 years of industry experience, Bar Manager Marks Solomko applies a philosophy shaped by the principles of Asian cuisine, where the smallest details complete the overall experience. Proportions, consistency, glassware and temperature are approached with the same precision found in a fine dining kitchen. The result is a cocktail menu where every element is intentional, yet effortlessly balanced.

“The cocktail should never compete with the meal. It should be a quiet presence, but one entirely defined by the quality within the glass,” says Solomko. “The purposeful mixology behind the new menu was designed for guests to settle into at any hour and discover something perfectly suited to the moment.”

The new menu strikes a refined balance between familiarity and exploration. Well-loved classics are thoughtfully reinterpreted through Asian influences. The classic Espresso Martini is reimagined with tequila in place of vodka, while a delicate Lychee Martini captures both the elegance and subtlety of the ingredient itself.

These approachable signature serves are complemented by more adventurous creations, including a Cognac and Earl Grey cocktail, alongside innovative compositions that transform unexpected ingredients — such as wagyu, nori and shiitake mushroom — into liquid form through meticulous in-house preparation techniques.

Alongside its Asian influences, the menu also pays tribute to its Latvian surroundings through the use of locally inspired ingredients, including gooseberries and aloe, which lend a distinct regional character to several cocktails.

Three meticulously crafted non-alcoholic cocktails complete the offering, each designed to deliver the full sophistication of the cocktail experience without compromise. Conceived with all moments of the day in mind, the menu spans a wide range of strengths and flavour profiles suitable for morning, afternoon or evening occasions.

Recognised as a celebrated lifestyle destination, Stage22 Bar & Restaurant has received several prestigious accolades, including a 3-Star Accreditation by The World of Fine Wine, a White Star from the Star Wine List, recognition at the 2025 Baltic Wine and Drinks Awards and a distinguished recommendation for Japanese cuisine in the 2026 Michelin Guide.

Located in the heart of Riga, the rooftop terrace offers breathtaking views of the city skyline and the Latvian National Opera House. For reservations, please contact +371 6767 0122 or [email protected]. See more photos here.

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About Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga: With the famous Latvian National Opera House by its side and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town at its feet, Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga introduces a new level of comfort and elegance for both international travellers and local guests. The hotel features 141 first-class rooms and suites, 23 residences, two restaurants and one bar, six spacious meeting rooms, including the Grand Ballroom, and the world-class Kempinski The Spa. With breath-taking views of the capital, refined service and a rich cultural atmosphere, the hotel invites guests from across the globe to experience Riga at its finest.

About Kempinski: Established in 1872, Kempinski Group is Europe’s oldest luxury hospitality company. Kempinski’s rich heritage of impeccable personal service and superb hospitality is complemented by the exclusivity and individuality of its properties. Today, the Kempinski Group operates 73 hotels and residences in 30 countries and has more than 22 prestigious projects currently under development around the globe. Each five-star hotel reflects the strength and success of the Kempinski brand without losing sight of its heritage; each one imbues the quality guests have come to expect from Kempinski while embracing the cultural traditions of its location. The portfolio comprises historic landmark properties, award-winning urban lifestyle hotels, outstanding resorts and prestigious residences. Kempinski is a founding member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. www.kempinski.com www.ghadiscovery.com