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.

YES STAR Soundsystem

Sat 17 Jan

Reading

A new night and a new vibe by some of Milk favourite resident Djs. With a big focus on RareGroove, Jazz, Latin, beats and Hip-Hop, these 2 are masters of their craft. Grab a cocktail, heads down to the deepest night of the week.

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Comedy at Milk

Tue 20 Jan

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New year, new name, new look. Welcome to Ding Comedy Club! Starting off with a banger. Nick Page, Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist, comedian of the year and a host of headline tours and shows. You are in for a treat! With amazing support acts and the warm Milk welcome, grab a cocktail, and LOL

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Adventure Club - Every Wedneday

Wed 21 Jan

Reading

Every Wednesday is Adventure Club at Milk, where we dive into our deep back bar to highlight something you may not have tried before, neat or in a bespoke cocktail at a special one-time price, nothing is off limits, and experimentation is at its core. Come and explore and learn with us.

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New for 2026! Every Wednesday is Adventure Club at Milk, where we dive into our deep back bar to highlight something you may not have tried before, neat or in a bespoke cocktail at a special one-time price. Nothing is off limits, and experimentation is at its core. Come and explore and learn with us. Stay posted for each weeks specail - kicking off with.. Bols Genever, the Dutch foundation of modern day Gin.

Dry January doesn't mean dry life. We have loads of alcohol-free versions of our amazing cocktails for you to try in the dry. From our iconic Milk bottles, Biscoff Martini, the classic Virgin Mary plus loads more, Milk has you covered.

Huge thanks to everyone who came to The Rise and Fall of David Bowie on Friday! A fantastic £417 raised. Thanks to @fannys_antiques, @popclassicsuk, @oxfamgb, @soundcheckrdg, @heavypoppromo, our djs @apollopovey & @daveheavypop. Some amazingly kind donations and support and to all who attended! Top stuff.

New year, new name, new look. Welcome to Ding Comedy Club! Starting off with a banger. Nick Page, Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist, comedian of the year and a host of headline tours and shows. You are in for a treat! With amazing support acts and the warm Milk welcome, grab a cocktail, and laugh.

Big shout to @hi_im_ralph for the art

First tasting of 2026! Mavericks @doghousedistillery join us for a tasty trip into their rather excellent range. We are big fans of Doghouse at Milk, and we look forward to welcoming them!
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Few pics from NYE here, by the amazing @brownt.photography.shots Shout out to our amazing customers, staff, and DJs, that was a vibe. Happy New Year all, here's to 2026

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