Tanqueray London Dry
Scotland • 43.1%vol
One of the most awarded gins in the world.
DRINKS MENU AT The Elephant and Castle
Here at Nicholson’s, for over 150 years, we’ve been crafting quality drinks. We pride ourselves on the passion each and every team member puts into creating perfect pours for you to enjoy.
The proof is in our extensive whisky range—from the fruity to the smoky - our gin palace, and our reputation as cask ale masters, covering British craft tipples, low or alcohol-free options, and global flavours.
Our wide range of drinks are available on our sample menu, but our offer may vary slightly in some sites.
Allergen & Dietary Information
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Drinks Menu
Gin
Sipsmith London Dry
London, England • 41.6%vol
Classic London dry from Chiswick, West London.
Tanqueray Blackcurrant Royale
Scotland • 41.3%vol
Tanqueray London Dry Gin base infused with luxurious juicy French blackcurrants and vanilla notes.
Tarquin’s Raspberry & Rhubarb Pink Gin
Cornwall, England • 38%vol
Bursting with flavours of tart rhubarb sorbet, sweet raspberry jam and eastern spice.
Puerto De Indias Strawberry
Seville, Spain • 37.5%vol
Combining notes of juniper and strawberry, this is a vibrantly fruity, light and sweet Spanish gin.
Whitley Neill Mango & Lime
London, England • 43%vol
Tropical notes of sun-ripened mango and fresh lime are balanced by juniper notes and a touch of spice.
Bombay Bramble
Hampshire, England • 37.5%vol
Created by blending Original London Dry Gin with an alcoholic infusion of blackberries and raspberries.
Chase Rhubarb & Bramley Apple
Hereford, England • 40%vol
A balanced blend of sweet rhubarb, tangy apple with a hint of cinnamon.
Chase Pink Grapefruit & Pomelo
Hereford, England • 40%vol
Sweet and citric with a zesty grapefruit finish.
Nicholson Original
London, England • 40.3%vol
A classic, reborn London dry gin. Family made, family run.
Hendrick’s
Scotland • 41.4%vol
A most unusual gin, infused with cucumber and rose petals.
Hendrick's Neptunia
Scotland • 43.4%vol
Juniper, earthy notes and coastal botanicals mixed with the fresh character of coastal herbs to form a clean and smooth citrus finish.
Monkey 47
Germany • 47%vol
47 botanicals make for a gin with unrivalled complexity.
Tarquin's Cornish
England • 42%vol
Made with Devon violets and fresh orange zest.
Bombay Sapphire Premiere Cru
Hampshire, England • 47%vol
A small-batch gin balancing sweet orange and mandarin with signature Murcian lemons.
Bombay Sapphire
Hampshire, England • 40%vol
Aromatic with bright citrus notes.
Tanqueray Flor De Sevilla
Scotland • 41.3%vol
The quintessential Tanqueray gin recipe distilled with Seville oranges.
Tanqueray No.10
Scotland • 47.3%vol
Exceptionally and uniquely distilled with fresh citrus.
Roku
Japan • 43%vol
Distilled in Japan with six unique Japanese botanicals and crafted by Japanese artisans.
Engine
Italy • 42%vol
Meet Engine, the perfect taste explosion. Hints of lemon, sage, juniper and rose. London dry gin, with subtle Amalfi lemon notes.
Malfy Con Limone
Italy • 41%vol
Distilled with a classic Italian juniper and Sfusatao lemon peels from the Amalfi coast. A complex flavour of anise, citrus and coriander.
Tanqueray 0.0% Alcohol Free
Scotland • 0%vol
The perfect alcohol-free alternative to your usual choice of Tanqueray and tonic. 25ml (4kcal)
FEVER-TREE MIXERS
Our gins are paired perfectly with Fever-Tree mixers.
Premium Indian Tonic Water
200ml Subltle and supportive citrus notes. (57kcal)
Refreshingly Light Tonic Water
200ml The same naturally sourced botanicals as their Indian tonic water with fewer calories. (31kcal)
Elderflower Tonic Water
200ml Delicate and sweet from the flavour of elderflower. (39kcal)
Mediterranean Tonic Water
200ml Delicate and sweet from the rosemary and lemon-thyme. (74kcal)
Italian Blood Orange Soda
200ml Zesty and citrus forward with complementary herbaceous aromas. (40kcal)
White Grape & Apricot Soda
200ml Tart white grapes and sweet apricots with subtle floral notes.
Raspberry & Orange Blossom Soda
200ml Raspberries and sweet orange blossom brings citrus and delicate floral notes. (36kcal)
Ginger Ale
200ml Flavoursome with a dry finish from the three fresh gingers. (49kcal)
Ginger Beer
200ml Distinct and refreshing from the fresh ginger taste, without being overly sweet. (54kcal)
Whisky
We have a superb selection of whiskies for you to explore. We have grouped them by flavour profile to help you. All spirits listed are available in 25ml or 50ml measures.
Smoky
Johnnie Walker Black Label
Scotland • 40%vol
Blended from no younger than 12-year-old whiskies – a great expression of the Johnnie Walker.
Laphroaig 10 Year Old
Islay, Scotland • 43%vol
The famous full-bodied, whisky. Medicinal, smoky and challenging.
Highland Park 12 Year Old
Scotland • 40%vol
A quality whisky with a rounded, smoky, heather-like sweetness and a full malt body which leaves a subtle smoke on the finish.
Oban 14 Year Old
Highlands, Scotland • 43%vol
A combination of rich sweetness with a smoky dryness and appetising spice distinguishes this lovingly-matured Highland malt.
Lagavulin 16 Year Old
Islay, Scotland • 43%vol
Aged in oak casks for at least 16 years, this much sought-after single malt has the massive peat-smoke that’s typical of southern Islay.
Sweet
Monkey Shoulder
Scotland • 40%vol
100% made for mixing, a blended malt whisky made from three single malts, with mellow vanilla and spicy hints
Maker’s Mark
Kentucky, USA • 45%vol
Rich yet soft on the palate with a subtle sweetness. Light, spicy flavour with a hint of butterscotch and vanilla.
Fruity
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old
Speyside, Scotland • 40%vol
Fresh green orchard fruits and vanilla. Light and floral with a hint of spice and oak.
The Sexton Single Malt
Bushmills, N. Ireland • 40%vol
A single malt rich in hue and bold in taste, with dried fruits and memorable toasted oak notes.
Jameson
Dublin, Ireland • 40%vol
A blend of pot still and fine grain whiskies that is as versatile as it is smooth.
The Balvenie 12 Year Old Doublewood
Speyside, Scotland • 40%vol
One of the classic after-dinner malts, Balvenie Doublewood’s extra complexity and richness are a result of a second maturation in fresh sherry casks. Smooth and mellow with beautifully combined flavours.
Rum
Our great range of rums are perfectly enjoyed alone or mixed. All spirits listed are available in 25ml or 50ml measures.
The Kraken
40%vol
Bold, rich, black and smooth spiced rum.
Bacardi Spiced
35%vol
Made with aged rum and with a hint of smokiness from charred American oak barrels.
Twin Fin
38%vol
Spiced golden rum. Both rich and smooth with bold vanilla notes combined with exotic citrus and a light smoky finish.
Sailor Jerry
40%vol
Spiced rum. Bold and rich with vanilla tones and warm hints of nutmeg and cinnamon.
Bacardi Carta Blanca
37.5%vol
Distinctive vanilla and almond notes using an ageing process featuring white oak barrels with unique charcoal filtering.
CASK ALE, CRAFT BEER & CIDERS
We pride ourselves on serving exquisite, perfectly poured cask ales. Our very own Nicholson’s Pale Ale, brewed by St Austell Brewery in Cornwall and Sharp’s Doom Bar, are permanently available for you to order but we also have an ever-changing array of cask ales from around the regions for you to enjoy. Please ask your server or visit the bar to see the full range today
BEERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Beavertown, Gamma Ray
London, England 5.4%vol • 330ml can
A brew rammed with juicy malts and huge tropical aromas of mango and grapefruit.
Schofferhofer Grapefruit Radler
Germany, 2.5%vol • 500ml
The world's first grapefruit wheat beer. Zesty, tangy and incredibly refreshing.
Maisels Weisse
Germany, 5.2%vol • 500ml
Classic aromas and flavours include banana, clove and orange zest. A cleansing carbonation gives a creaminess to this light-bodied wheat beer.
Corona Extra
UK, 4.5%vol • 330ml
Brewed since 1925 using the finest quality ingredients, Corona is famously light and refreshing.
Daura Damn
Spain 5.4%vol • 330ml
The world’s most award-winning gluten-free beer. Refreshing with characteristics of toasted grains.
Bottled Cider
Rekorderlig Strawberry-Lime
Sweden, 4%vol • 500ml
Perfectly embodies the flavour of freshly picked strawberries balanced with a refreshing hint of lime and made with pure Swedish spring water.
Rekorderlig Wild Berries
Sweden, 4%vol • 500ml
A fresh-tasting and juicy cider with the flavour and aroma of wild blueberries and raspberries, made with pure Swedish spring water.
Bulmers Original
England, 4.5%vol • 500ml
A light-bodied apple cider with sweet apple notes and a subtle tanginess.
Sandford Orchards Devon Red
England, 4.5%vol • 500ml
Devon Red is a perfectly balanced, refreshing, medium bodied tannin-forward cider, named after the rich red soil that give Sandford Orchards their distinctive quality.
Low and no
Rekorderlig Strawberry-Lime
0.0% Sweden, 0%vol • 500ml
The flavour of freshly picked strawberries is balanced with a refreshing hint of lime and made with pure Swedish spring water in this alcohol-free beverage. (195kcal)
Peroni
0.0% Alcohol-Free Lager Italy, 0%vol • 330ml
A crisp and fast-ending alcohol-free beer, with subtle hop aroma, floral and citrusy, followed by a fruity scent. Light-bodied and characterised by a fine and delicate bitterness. (76kcal)
Big Drop Paradiso Citra IPA
England, 0.5%vol • 330ml
Pale in colour but robust in flavour and very refreshing. A delicate blend of tropical fruit flavours, combined with a light, crisp refreshing body and finishing with a smooth caramel aftertaste. (63kcal)
Lucky Saint 0.5% Lager
Germany, 0.0%vol • 440ml
Refreshing alcohol-free lager with a smooth, citrus hop finish. (53kcal)
Guinness 0.0%
Ireland, 0.0%vol • 440ml
The same beautifully smooth taste, perfectly balanced flavour and unique dark colour of Guinness, without the alcohol. (70kcal)
COCKTAILS
We have a delightful selection of cocktails for you to explore. Why not try a spectacular spritz, a delicious highball, or a classic Martini. Whatever your tastes, there’s something for all.
Classics
Pornstar Martini
The tropical taste of Passion Fruit, combined with citrus, 42BELOW Vodka and a sweet hint of vanilla.
Espresso Martini
A sumptuous mix of 42BELOW vodka and premium espresso coffee for the perfect pick me up.
Mojito
A taste of Havana, Bacardi Carta Blanca rum mixed with mint, lime juice and soda. Choose from Classic, Passion Fruit or Raspberry.
Long Island Iced Tea
Packing a punch with Ketel One Vodka, Tanqueray gin, Bacardi Carta Blanca Rum, Olmeca Tequila and Cointreau. Topped with Pepsi Max and zesty lemon.
Nicholson's 150th Mule
Raise a toast to 150 years of Iconic British Pubs with our classic mule. Nicholson Gin topped with zesty citrus and fiery ginger beer.
Nicholson's Old Fashioned
Strong and smoky. Woodford Reserve stirred with sugar and Angostura bitters and topped with a dried orange slice.
LOW & NO COCKTAILS
Tanqueray 0.0 Collins
0% A lemon-based alcohol-free classic Collins. Citrus and delicious. (57kcal)
Amalfi Spritz
All the orange flavour, with zero alcohol. Lyre's Italian spritz, topped with Fever-Tree white grape & apricot soda and a dried lemon slice.
Spritz
Aperol Spritz
Bittersweet orange Aperol, mixed with Prosecco & Soda for a fresh, light spritz.
Nicholson's 150th Gin Fizz Spritz
A decadent twist on a classic Collins. Raise a toast to 150 years of Iconic British Pubs with our signature Gin Fizz Spritz. Nicholson Gin, muddled with a zesty lemonade syrup and mixed with sparkling Prosecco. Finished with a dash of soda water and a dried lemon slice.
Raspberry & Orange Blossom Spritz
Hendrick's gin, mixed with Fever-Tree Raspberry & Orange Blossom Soda and topped with sparkling Prosecco and raspberries.
Wine
All wines that are served by the glass are also available in 125ml measures.
%vol subject to change.
Red wine
Rothschild Pinot Noir
France, 12.5%vol
Refreshing and refined, easy-drinking red wine with red fruit flavours.
Bottle
Mouton Cadet Reserve Rouge
France, 13%vol
This well-rounded Bordeaux gives fierce aromas of blackcurrant and blackberry.
Bottle
Aguaribay Malbec
Argentina, 14.5%vol
Intense aromas of ripe cherries and raspberries make this silky-smooth wine.
Bottle
Crush Grapes Not Dreams Cabernet Sauvignon
South Africa, 13%vol
Refreshing, with intense dark cherries and blackcurrant.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
Smooth Talker Merlot
South Africa, 13%vol
Full of rich plum and sweet red cherry character.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
Journey’s End The Huntsman Shiraz Mourvédre
South Africa, 14%vol
Medium-bodied with a deep ruby colour, with aromas and flavours of forest fruits, cassis and blackberries.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
Altano Douro Rewilding Edition
Portugal, 14%vol
Mouth-filling and flavoursome, ripe fruit is well balanced by crisp acidity and a spicy finish.
Bottle
Tondeluna Rioja
Spain, 13%vol
Super smooth with rich strawberry and cherries.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
Silverland Malbec
Argentina, 13%vol
Striking aromas of forest fruits, plum and rich chocolate.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
White wine
Coastal Reserve Sauvignon Blanc
France, 11%vol
Complex medium-bodied palate with mango, passion fruit, grapefruit, green pepper. Long clean finish.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
19 Crimes Chardonnay
Australia, 13%vol
Notes of melons coupled with stone fruit, supported by a smooth finish.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc
New Zealand, 13%vol
Enticing tropical flavours, scented with fragrant passion fruit and a zesty freshness.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
Ca Bolani Pinot Grigio
Italy, 12%vol
A crisp and refreshing well-balanced Pinot Grigio
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
Sandbox Chenin Blanc
South Africa, 12.5%vol
Smooth with guava and ripe tropical fruit qualities.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
Terre Forti Trebbiano Chardonnay
Italy, 12%vol
A sustainably focused producer making a fresh and bright Chardonnay blend.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
Luisella Pinot Grigio Inzolia
Italy, 11%vol
Harmonic, zesty with refreshing and pleasing crisp acidity.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
La Sauterelle Picpoul de Pinet
France, 13%vol
Pale gold with a green tint. Stone fruit, honeydew melon, white blossom and a splash of lemon and lime soda.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
Rosé wine
Le Bijou
France, 12.5%vol
Beautifully pale, wild strawberries, citrus.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
Luisella Pinot Grigio Blush
Italy, 12%vol
Delicate, light and fresh Italian rosé.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
Bulletin White Zinfandel Rosé
USA, 10.5%vol
Sweet raspberry and watermelon flavours combine deliciously.
175ml • 250ml • Bottle
CHAMPAGNE & SPARKLING WINE
Chapel Down Brut
England, 12%vol
An elegant fizz with aromas of red apple from our friends at Chapel Down in Kent.
Bottle
Moët & Chandon
France, 12%vol
Champagne with sumptuous pear, white peach and apple flavours, followed by refreshing bubbles that soften to reveal citrus fruit and gooseberry.
125ml • Bottle
Prosecco
Italy, 11%vol
Beautiful bubbles, infused with sweet nectarine and peach flavours.
125ml • Bottle
Mionetto Rosé Prosecco
Italy, 11%vol
Dry, light and refreshing sparkling wine with good acidity for freshness.
125ml • Bottle
Soft Drinks
House Sodas
All made with Teisseire syrups served long with soda.
Passion Fruit
(85kcal)
Raspberry
(92kcal)
Lime
(83kcal)
Elderflower
(85kcal)
Also available
Fentimans Rose Lemonade
275ml (115kcal)
Fentimans Ginger Beer
275ml (108kcal)
Fever-Tree White Grape & Apricot Soda
200ml (40kcal)
Fever-Tree Raspberry & Orange Blossom Soda
200ml (36kcal)
Coca Cola/Diet Coke
330ml (131kcal)/(1kcal)
Pepsi Max®/Diet Pepsi®
398ml (1kcal)/(5kcal)
R. Whites Lemonade
398ml (10kcal)
Sparkling water
330ml
Still water
330ml
Apple Juice
284ml (120kcal)
Cranberry Juice
398ml (80kcal)
Orange Juice
398ml (185kcal)
Pineapple Juice
398ml (204kcal)
