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Cocktail Menu
The Illa Signatures
Our Unique Signature Cocktail Collection Will Take You On A Journey. Inspired By The History Of The Pub & Lovingly Created To Tell A Story & Tantalise Your Palette - You Are In For A Treat.
Hotel 1938
A tribute to where it all began. Just like our hotel, this cocktail is a timeless crowd favourite. pairing our very own Smith Street Distillery Vodka & Passionfruit Liqueur, crafted at our urban farm. A sip that proves sustainability can be simple, local, and delicious. The Profile: Fruity, Tangy & Light Made with: Vodka | Passionfruit Liqueur | Yuzu Puree | Pineapple Juice
$22.00
Eggs
Diamond Lil
Inspired by Hilda’s glamorous daughter. Forever sparkling, bold, beautiful, and known for her iconic call, “Time, please, gentlemen!” – This cocktail is just like her: sharp, fresh, and impossible to forget. A simple yet elegant blend that truly shines — just like a diamond. The Profile: Herbaceous, Balanced & Fresh. Made with: Archie Rose Dry Gin | Lime | Housemade Basil Syrup | Basil OIl
$22.00
Smith Street Saltbush
We’ve always seen ourselves as a country pub in the heart of the city. This cocktail brings that idea to life, featuring native saltbush grown at Smith Street Farm. Its salty, citrusy kick is a nod to the land, the locals, and keeping things close to home. The Profile: Intensely Refreshing, Robust & Zesty. Made with: Tequila | Grapefruit | Lime | Housemade Saltbush Syrup
$22.00
Lavender Fields
Symbolising elegance and grace — just like our very first publican, a true beauty with a drink to match her stylish spirit. Lavender blooms handpicked from our Smith Street garden reflect our commitment to growing local and treading lightly. It’s as refined as it is eye-catching. The Profile: Smooth, Floral & Sweet. Made with: Creme De Violettes | Lillet Blanc | Lemon | Housemade Lavender Syrup
$22.00
Eggs
All Her Glory
A tribute to the character and charm of a hotel steeped in stories. For 86 years, this grand old pub has stood proud. This cocktail captures that legacy of bold flavour and nostalgic warmth, echoing the glow of the original fireplace in our Public Bar. Rooted in rich history of uncompromising depth and decadence. The Profile: Vanilla, Dark Fruit & Nutty Undertones. Made with: Buffalo Trace | Vanilla Galliano | Peach | Angostura | Black Walnut Bitters
$22.00
Tree nuts
The Illa-Colada
Here at the Illawarra, we like to do things a little differently — better, some might say. With bold fruity flavours and a flair for fun, this is our take on a beachy classic with an Illa twist, perfect for those who like to stand out and keep the good times high. The Profile: Sweet, Tropical & Fruity. Made with: Gold Rum | Malibu | Mango Liqueur & Puree | Coconut | Pineapple | Lime
$24.00
Hilda's Story
An ode to our fearless founder, her strength & legacy. Hilda and her family ran the Illawarra Hotel for a quarter of a century, laying the foundation for everything we are today. Featuring gin from Dharawal Distilling Co. and crafted with a ‘local-first’ philosophy, it reflects our commitment to sustainable, community-driven creativity — locally made, deeply personal, and deliciously unique. Flavour Profile: Bright. Figgy Sweetness & Botanical Made with: Dharawal Easy Gin | Fig Liqueur & Preserves | Lemon | Sycophant Bitters
$24.00
Eggs
The Untold Story
With A Venue As Old As This There Are Many Stories & Secrets We Still Uncover To This Day. The Profile: Sweet & Juicy Flavours That Are Intensely Moreish. Beefeater Gin | Fig Liqueur | Lemon | Fig Jam | Orange Bitters | Topped w/ Dried Fig
$24.00
Eggs
Sweet Honey Bee
This one’s for the tiny pollinators that do the biggest work. Sweet, tangy, and buzzing with flavour, this cocktail is inspired by the native bees thriving in our on-site hives at Smith Street Farm. A celebration of biodiversity, regeneration, and the natural magic of sustainable living. The Profile: Soft Red Fruit, Bright Zest & Golden Honey. Made with: Cointreau | Tequila | Lime | Housemade Honey & Goji Syrup
$24.00
The Classics
Espresso Martini
Smith Street Distilling Co Vodka | Coffee Liqueur | Espresso
$20.00
Negroni
Dharawal Distilling Co Native Craft Gin | Campari | Sweet Vermouth
$20.00
Jalapeno Margarita
Tequila | Cointreau | Lime Juice | Housemade Jalapeno Agave Syrup
$20.00
Aged Rum Old Fashioned
Great Australian Rum Co 'King Brown' Aged Rum | Aztec Chocolate Bitters | Sugar | Orange Zest
$22.00
Illawarra Plum Whisky Sour
Headlands Distilling Co Illawarra Plum Liqueur | Buffalo Trace Whisky | Lemon | Sugar | Egg White
$22.00
Eggs
Amaretto Sour
Jervis Bay Distilling Co Amaretto | Lemon Juice | Egg White | Luxardo Maraschino Cherries
$20.00
Eggs
Passionfruit Mojito
Great Australian Rum Co White Rum | Lime | Mint | Passionfruit | Soda
$19.00
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