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Robert’s Bar is our chic venue at Depot where you can indulge in a fabulous and unforgettable night out. Open every Friday from 17:00 for cocktails, it’s the perfect spot for a post work relaxing drink, a weekend celebration or even an after dinner treat.
Whether you’re enjoying our expertly crafted cocktails or indulging in the refined art of wine tasting at our special events, Robert’s Bar is a place where elegance and excitement blend seamlessly.
Wine Tastings 2025/26
Wine Tasting: Wines of Japan
Hosted by local wine enthusiast Robert Senior & sommelier Connie Hunter
Thursday 4 December, 20:00
£35 per head
18+
Best known for the domestic production of sake (rice wine) and whiskies such as Suntory, Japan has always been a major wine importer. The popularity of wine has grown rapidly in recent years. As a result the domestic wine industry has expanded rapidly.
London-based sommelier Connie Hunter and local wine enthusiast Robert Senior will take you through a tasting of sparkling, white and red wines complete with Japanese crackers and an additional sake!
The main wine growing regions are Yamanashi Prefecture, west of Tokyo, and Hokkaido island. The main grape varieties are Koshu, producing light dry fruity whites and Muscat Bailey A which produces good reds. Among other grape varieties Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are widely planted.
Wine production is challenging in Japan as the winters are often bitterly cold and the grapes need protection. Summers can be very wet, creating additional problems. Koshu, which styles like a sauvignon blanc, is notably resilient and popular with Japanese seafood.
Notable wines include Chardonnays from Château Mercian and Takahata Winery and both Suntory and Sapporo now have successful wine ranges.
Wine Tasting: Coastal Wines
Hosted by local wine expert Inbar Galinsky-Johnson
Thursday 5 February, 20:00
£35 per head
18+
Shake off your winter blues with a wine-inspired coastal journey! Wines made in coastal regions are known for their vibrancy, freshness and depth of flavour, and their location by the sea is the key.
Proximity to the coast can also add minerality and even a twist of salinity, making these wines both food-friendly, and a pleasure to sip on their own.
In this tasting we’ll try wines from coastal regions in countries such as Portugal, Spain, Croatia and Greece, and find out what makes these wines so special.
This evening will be hosted by Inbar Galinsky-Johnson, a wine enthusiast for many years, and has attained several wine qualifications, from both the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) and the Wine Scholar Guild. She loves nothing more than sharing her passion for wine and demystifying what can sometimes feel like an elitist subject. She has been co-running a wine tasting group in Hove since 2019, and contributes regularly to The Wine Society members’ Forum.
Wine Tasting: A Deep Dive into Chardonnay
Hosted by Zoey Walters
Thursday 5 March 2026, 20:00
£35 per head
18+
Chardonnay has divided opinions in recent years and whether you are a lover of the grape or yet to be converted you will be tasting 6 wines from around Europe that showcase this most versatile of grapes.
From steely and crisp to fat and buttery – we discuss how Chardonnay is a wine makers favourite.
Zoey Walters has worked in the wine trade for 10 years. Starting her career at Harvey’s followed by various English vineyards including Breaky Bottom. She has also taught at Sussex Wine School. Zoey is in her second year for Dip Wset and is a certified Sherry Specialist – she is the owner of Maggie’s of Lewes a local Wine shop that focuses on Organic European Wines.
Wine Tasting: Wines from Along the Danube
Hosted by Peter Stewart
Thursday 2 April 2026, 20:00
£35 per head
18+
The Danube and its tributaries passes through ten countries on the way from its source in Germany to its mouth in Romania and Ukraine, where it flows into the Black Sea.
Along the banks of the river are some of the world’s most innovative and exciting wine regions. Including stunning natural wines from the Wachau and Wagram regions in Austria, the distinctive and unusual wines of the Tokaj region in Hungary, as well as hidden gems from the lesser known varietals of Slovakia, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Moldova.
Peter Stewart is a local wine enthusiast who was born near Vienna, and whose grandfather made wine barrels for the local wine merchants. In Wines from Along the Danube, Peter will offer a selection of white, orange and red wines in different styles from various countries located along the legendary river.
Cocktails at Robert’s Bar
Open every Friday from 17:00
Looking to make your Friday night a memorable one? Our trained mixologists will make sure your evening is shaken, not stirred – just how you like it. Indulge yourself with your favourite tipple in our golden age of cinema themed bar, with a weekly rotation of special cocktails created by our bar staff.
Depot Cocktails
Solaris
white rum, cardamom syrup, curacao, orange bitters
£12.00
Clockwork Orange
creme de cacao, milk, tequila, orange zest, nutmeg
£12.00
Fantastic Planet
mushroom bourbon, orange bitters, brown sugar, orange, thyme
£12.00
Un Chien Andalou
lychee vodka, dry vermouth, lychee
£12.00
Before Sunrise
diplimatico rum, egg white, lime, bitters,
sugar syrup, maraschino cherry
£13.50
Seven Samurai
yuzu sake, cucumber juice , vodka, cucumber ribbon
£13.50
Dogma 95
St Germaine, sloe Gin, blueberry , raspberry ,
mint, lemon juice, prosecco
£13.50
Classic Cocktails
Elderlower Spritz
gin, lemon juice, prosecco, maraschino cherry
£10.00
Old Fashioned
bourbon, sugar, bitters, orange peel
£10.95
Martini
choice of gin or vodka, vermouth
£10.00
Espresso Martini
vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso
£10.00
Negroni
gin, campari, vermouth
£10.00
Aperol Spritz
aperol, prosecco, sparkling water, orange
£10.00
Spicy Margarita
tequila, lime juice, chilli
£10.00
Host your own stylish special event at Robert’s Bar
Robert’s Bar is the perfect venue to host your own event. Whether it’s for a chic private party, a breakout room for a corporate function or as a welcome drinks venue for a private screening in Screen 3 (situated adjacent to Robert’s Bar), offers a stunning space to hold a fabulous party.
Our trained mixologists will create classic cocktails which can be accompanied by our delicious catering options. Whether you would like to offer your guests a set menu or finger buffet, our restaurant can cater to your requirements.
Contact our dedicated events manager, Bonnie Macrae, at [email protected] or on 07517 434510 to discuss your options.