Australia’s First Digital Bar Brings the Experience of Going Out to You

Is this lockdown wearing you down? We get it.

While there are a plethora of bars and restaurants offering takeaway and delivery, the experience isn’t quite the same. Of course, it’s nice to enjoy our favourite hospo joints from home, but the vibe is often lacking. Especially when your dining room table doubles as a work desk, homeschool centre, and eating space, it can be difficult to unwind and escape — if only mentally — from the lockdown blues.

Thankfully, one Sydney bar is changing that. Box Bar, the brainchild of CBD bar The Fox Hole, has emerged as Australia’s first digital bar. And it’s not just about the drinks. Unlike other delivery services, Box Bar offers unique experiences while you drink, so you can feel like you’re sitting at the bar, chatting with a bartender while you imbibe.

If you’ve been feeling holed up lately, and need a little bit of human interaction to change the pace of things, Box Bar’s home experiences are the perfect solution. The setup is simple, straightforward, and undeniably enjoyable.

All you have to do is get a group of at least 6 together (and up to 100), and decide what type of experience suits you best. Whether you want to delve into Japanese Whisky, Australian Gins, or something else altogether, Box Bar has your back.

If you want an excuse to put on makeup again (finally), or need a socially distanced way to celebrate a birthday, Box Bar’s experiences are the perfect combination of fun and informative.

Want to test the waters yourself before getting a group involved? Box Bar also offers subscriptions and one-off gin boxes, some of which include access to a digital library of spirit information and live masterclasses.

Box Bar’s Upcoming Gin Masterclass, Featuring Scapegrace Black Gin

Ever heard of black gin? Box Bar's latest collaboration with New Zealand distillery, Scapegrace, is giving this unexpected spirit the spotlight. Aptly referred to as the "Black Box", this exclusive kit was built by the two brands through a mutual love for one-of-a-kind gins.

And the love shows. Together, Box Bar and Scapegrace hope to bring black gin into homes across Australia, and you're going to want to get in on it.

While the gin is delicious in its own right, the cocktails that come in Box Bar’s specially-crafted kit help it shine. With each of the three cocktails provided in the box, you can experience different components that contribute to Scapegrace Black's unique flavour profile.

To make things even more fun, the included mixers have a colour-changing effect on the naturally-coloured black gin. You’ll finish the box feeling like a true mixologist, no doubt.

If the sound of it piques your fancy, my advice is to get in quick. Anyone who purchases a box before August 28 will be able to enjoy an exclusive digital masterclass, delving into everything Scapegrace Black has to offer. Hosted by Box Bar’s Chief Experience Officer and Scapegrace’s Creator, it will be a unique and in-depth exploration into what’s sure to become a gin of the moment.

Masterclass Details:

Who: Scapegrace Black X Box Bar
What: Virtual Gin Masterclass
When: September 4, 4 PM AEST (Purchase the Black Box before August 28 to ensure it arrives on time)
Where: From the Comfort of your Own Home, Over Zoom