AWARD WINNING Independent cocktail bar

welcome to Milk Bar

Congratulations! You have found our wee award-winning cocktail bar, we specialise in artisan spirits and handcrafted cocktails. From premium Rum, Mezcal, Tequila, Whisky, Bourbon, Gin, Vodka to locally brewed craft ales and timeless classic cocktails, every drink is made in-house with passion and using the finest ingredients. Enjoy our unique atmosphere with Dj’s, stand-up comedy, and regular spirit tasting events. If you're seeking the best cocktails in Reading, Berkshire, we offer unforgettable nights in a stylish setting.

Visit us today for some of the finest booze available to humanity. Milk Bar is just 2 minutes from Reading train station, and above one of Readings most loved cafes, Shed.

We love it, we hope you do too. Don't be a dick!

Opening hours

Monday - Saturday 17:00 - 00:00
Sunday 17:00 - 23:00
Happy Hour(s)
17:00 - 19:00 Sunday - Friday

All night Mondays

Strictly 18+
Milk Bar operates a challenge 25 policy, if you are lucky enough to look under 25, please bring ID.

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HAPPY HOUR!

Enjoy 2-4-1 cocktails during our happy hour at Milk Bar, Reading

17:00 - 19:00
Sunday - Friday

ALL NIGHT MONDAY

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WHAT'S ON at milk bar

Milk Bar hosts a range of events from great live music, DJs, stand up comedy nights & regular tastings. Click below to see all upcoming events.

Multiple Dates

Chess in the Pub

Tue 14 Apr

Reading

Chess in the Pub has a mission - Rebuilding community, one game at a time. Social chess meet-ups where strangers connect, beginners belong, and emphasis is on fun not ego. Regular Tuesday meet ups at Milk and other venues around town in the week.

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Ferrand Cognac Tasting

Wed 15 Apr

Milk Bar Reading

Very excited to have Ferrand Cognac at Milk for a tasting on the 15th April. Maison Ferrand is the same mind that brought us the mighty Planteray Rum. Join us to learn about this fascinating and very tasty spirit from one of the world's best. Plus their amazing Dry Curacao! Plus a welcome cocktail!

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Dopeski presents Velocity

Fri 17 Apr

Milk Bar Reading

Back for another session behind the wheels at Milk is Reading label boss and estemmed DJ Dopeski, bringing some fine deep Rare Groove cuts and Intelligent DnB. Top stuff

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This makes us happy, two outstanding Tequilas, one amazing tasting. Premium and Ultra Premium Agave greatness from @altostequila and @codigo1530_uk - 6 expressions to try and a welcome Margarita to get you started on this tasty masterclass.
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Comedy royalty at this April's Ding Comedy Club! The seriously funny @fionaallencomedy headlines our intimate comedy club. Tickets are flying, so grab one/two/ten via the link in our bio.
With fantastic circuit support acts and great cocktails, come and have a laugh, we could all do with one atm!

Really excited for this. A new record label out of the Ding, via one of our favourite Dj Selectors supreme. 2 of the 3 artists on the new @spaceheatersrecordings label's first releases list join label boss @tracksgrooves on the decks @milkreading for an unpredictable DJ night of music across the spectrum.
Black Knight Satellite is a heavy instro psych groove project from @daniel_philip_davies ( @wolfpeopleuk ) while former Local Hero Sam ( @frozen_rodent_fondant ) from Reading legends $un $keletons/ Workin' Man Noise Unit @noisepunx @doubledotdash_music & others brings whatever heat he fancies playing. They'll be there from 7pm, 4th April 2026 and there are some strictly limited pre-release bundles up for grabs!

We are very excited to have Maison Ferrand Cognac at Milk for a tasting on the 15th April. The house of Maison Ferrand is the same minds that brought us the mighty Planteray Rum. Join us to learn about this fascinating, historic, and very tasty spirit from one of the world's best. Plus their amazing Dry Curacao!

And a welcome cocktail upon arrival!

Hosted by the legend Mr Paul McFadyen. LINK IN BIO

Yes Ding. Espresso Martini offers all week. As part of International Espresso Martini Day, as if you needed reminding of this eminent occasion, and not just on the classic coffee cocktail favourite, but also our mouth-watering Martini twists. 2-4-1 all night, all week until Friday.

Pic by @conniecainphotography

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MILK BAR

8 Merchants Place,
Reading, Berkshire
RG1 1DT