AWARD WINNING Independent cocktail bar

Congratulations! You have found our wee award-winning cocktail bar, we specialize 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, live music, 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 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

Super Discount Club
17:00 - 00:00 Every Wednesday

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

See the menu

HAPPY HOUR!

17:00 - 19:00
Sunday - Friday

Milk events

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

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#MILKREADING INSTAGRAM

Amazing pics from our recent @hampdenestaterum tasting by the wonder @dvision_images hosted by @deanandhisrum. For our next taastings, check our bio or website, always a great night!

Really proud to be part of @thejellyreading 2025 Open for Art. Loads of amazing work and events throughout town. Pick up a programme from us or participating venues!

We have teamed up with @thamesvalleywineschool for a Wine and Crisp tasting! Expertly paired potato delicacies and incredible wines, perfect. Link in bio for tickets!

We are super happy to welcome back to Milk the amazing live jazz of the Will McCrea trio, and better still we have teamed up with Chairman's Reserve Rum.
The Saint Lucian liquid gold will be flowing all night with a bespoke discounted Chairman's Reserve cocktail menu.
Plus THE FIRST DRINK IS ON US.
What's not to like
and 20% student discount
Doors open at 5pm the jazz starts at 7pm, Djs all night
The last event sold out so we recommend getting your ticket early - link in bio

Want to try some of the best Jamaican Rum in the world? We've got you covered. @hampdenestaterum with @deanandhisrum - Link in bio.

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LOCATION

8 Merchants Place,
Reading, Berkshire
RG1 1DT