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The 10 best cocktail bars in Düsseldorf

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From classic mixed drinks to innovative creations; indulge in vibrant cocktail scene and discover Dusseldorf's top cocktail bars, which enchant with a wide selection of exquisite drinks in a stylish atmosphere.

This bar is a must-see. A walk-in work of art, a little flashy, a little urban, but definitely artistic and unique. In the morning, breakfast is served here with regional products, in the evening it's trendy bar time - with classic drinks, innovative cocktails and selected wines.

Prinz-Georg-Straße 126, 40479 Dusseldorf, Germany

David Rippen learnt his craft from the bottom up, and today the passionate mixologist is considered a master of his trade. What he and his team conjure up in guests' glasses, whether classic or modern, is high class. His best specialities are his own creations "Cypress Dill" and "Pimms my Ride".

Collenbachstraße 57, 40476 Dusseldorf, Germany

In a cosy atmosphere, guests are not only offered classic and modern creative cocktails - rum plays an important role in the cosy neighbourhood bar. More than 50 varieties are on the shelves, and one speciality is the "Ti Punch", the national drink of the French Antilles.

Jülicher Straße 9, 40477 Dusseldorf, Germany

Modern Japanese fusion cuisine above the rooftops of the city. Both menus with dishes such as halibut, onion nanban and ponzu butter can be booked for two or more people - or you can choose à la carte.

Stromstraße 20, 40221 Dusseldorf, Germany

France taken to the extreme - in the centre of Düsseldorf. Everything that is poured into the glasses in the chic rooftop bar on the 17th floor of the 25hours Hotel comes from France. Even drinks such as Manhattan or Negroni are made exclusively from French spirits.

Louis-Pasteur-Platz 1, 40211 Dusseldorf, Germany

Together with his dedicated team, Fabian Hess serves up plenty of cool drinks. Everything is characterised by the 1980s and 1990s - a bit of cult bar retro is a must. So it's best to order a "Magnum sein Colada", "Bambam's Legacy" or "Cuba Libre in Spezi Style" here.

Parkstraße 26, 40477 Dusseldorf, Germany

Yuto Nagasawa not only has one of the most beautiful bars in Düsseldorf, his range in the brick interior is also a who's who of the international bar scene. The extensive and well thought-out menu features legendary cocktail classics as well as newcomers and imaginative original creations.

Jahnstraße 6, 40215 Dusseldorf, Germany

This trendy bar, where mixology is elevated to an art, is located in the centre of Düsseldorf's old town. Drinks are not just served here, the bartenders celebrate their preparation. The dedicated team offers plenty of first-class original creations and interpretations of well-known classic drinks.

Neubrückstraße 2, 40213 Dusseldorf, Germany

For around ten years, this chic bar in the centre of the old town has been a place for cultivated bar culture. In a 1960s atmosphere, the friendly bartenders skilfully mix exclusive cocktails, legendary classics and their own creations, some with homemade syrups, to the accompaniment of laid-back music. Large selection of gins and tonics.

Kurze Straße 3, 40213 Dusseldorf, Germany