Element Cocktail Experience: A Journey into the Future from Casco Antiguo
What if a night out in Casco Antiguo felt like stepping into a Jules Verne novel? Located on Calle 3ra Este, right across from the Arco Chato, Element Cocktail Experience transforms mixology into an immersive journey where steampunk style, imagination, and craft cocktails converge. Its concept draws inspiration from the steampunk movement, blending a retro-futuristic Victorian aesthetic with a fascination for the steam era. Top hats, masks, and detailed accents adorn the venue—doubling as props for photos. The space even features the Nautilus, a restored vintage vessel that serves as a cornerstone of the bar's thematic identity.
Your Cocktail Isn't on the Menu: It's Crafted Just for You
The standout feature of Element lies behind the bar. Rather than picking from a standard menu, you'll answer a few quick questions about your flavor preferences, and the mixologists will craft a tailored drink on the spot. To achieve this, they utilize over 40 house-made infused spirits and macerations—ranging from chipotle-rosemary gin and coffee rum to tamarind tequila and ginger-sorrel vodka. The food menu is designed to complement the drinks, featuring options like stuffed patacones (plantain cups), wings, bao buns, hummus, and the signature Steam Burger.
Element prioritizes a social yet relaxed ambiance: there is no reggaeton, and the music stays at a volume that allows for easy conversation. For anyone looking to discover Casco Antiguo from a fresh perspective, the evening begins with a cocktail and turns into a mini-adventure.
