There’s a new bar in town, and it’s giving negronis a colour refresh.

Say hello to Herbs Taverne, the latest mind-bending concept from the team behind Cantina OK!, Bar Planet and Tio’s. Tucked away on Clarence Street in the CBD, this cocktail haunt draws inspiration from the smoky, velvet lounges of 1960s New York—but with a bold, psychedelic twist that’s become MUCHO Group’s signature.

At its core, Herbs is a love letter to the bitter side of drinking, celebrating the complex world of amaros, aperitifs and digestifs with a Sydney spin. The drinks list is tight and inventive: 12 cocktails split into four clever sections, each playing with the negroni format or diving deeper into seasonal ingredients and obscure, house-blended concoctions. Think Fernet from Buenos Aires, Malört from Chicago, and flavours you might find at a local Chinese grocer or a retro European deli.

The space itself is a warm, intimate mix of low lighting, plush textures and playful design flourishes that invite you to settle in for the night. The team behind the bar brings that same MUCHO magic—welcoming, thoughtful and always up for a good chat about what’s in your glass. And yes, the popcorn is addictive.

Herbs Taverne isn’t just another cocktail bar—it’s a sensory trip through taste, culture and creativity. One that proves bitter can be beautiful, surprising, and seriously fun.

Find more info here.