Bizarre ingredients, striking colours and with names that could make even the most creative minds look twice, London's cocktail game couldn't be stronger. However, they don't always come cheap. Lucky for you, bars and pubs across the city have taken pity on us and helped lessen the burden with various drinks deals and happy hours available throughout the week. From classics such as espresso martinis and mojitos to some of the more original concoctions, check out our pick of the best places to enjoy 2-4-1 cocktails in London.
Islington's gorgeous The Hare & Hounds is found within a lovingly restored Victorian townhouse, featuring traditional interiors that are bathed in natural light. This spans multiple floors, boasting affordable drinks and a hearty menu.
Their happy hour runs from 12 to 7pm, available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. When you book a table during this time, you'll enjoy an hour of two-for-one cocktails for your group.
For a bank holiday weekend you won't forget, head straight to Popworld St. Paul's. Pre-book your spot for their Bank Heist Bank Holiday Weekender, and get a free Jäger shot per person to get the night started.
Plus, enjoy 2-4-1 drinks until 10pm - making it the perfect place to unwind with friends, sip on your favourite cocktails, and hit the dancefloor.
Aperol lovers can head to The Star by Liverpool Street for a midweek spritz without the premium price. From Wednesday to Friday, between 5pm and 9pm, you can enjoy two Aperol spritzes for £12, making it an ideal spot for after-work drinks or early evening catch-ups. Set in the heart of the City, this lively pub brings together crowd-pleasing cocktails and a relaxed atmosphere just moments from the station.
For those in search of midweek cocktail deals, The Star of Bethnal Green delivers with its Thursday night offer - two cocktails for £12 from 4pm until midnight.
Whether it's after-work drinks or a casual catch-up, the relaxed East London pub pairs its generous pours with a buzzing neighbourhood vibe and great music. A smart stop for cocktail lovers looking for value without compromising on atmosphere.
Gather the gang and start your night off with a bang over a very happy hour of cocktails, Peronis and prosecco at this neon-clad, Insta-famous party bar. Tonight Josephine's Waterloo location also means its perfectly situated for whatever direction your night takes you.
If the various weekday drinks deals and 2-4-1 cocktails don't win the City of London bar over for you, then Patch London's fabulously retro interiors and menu of light bites, sharing platters and set menus will definitely do the job. The mixology maestros also have a St Paul's outpost with an equally generous happy hour and chic decor.
Hunting for 2-for-1 cocktails in London that actually taste good? Look no further than The Hayden in Notting Hill. From Monday to Thursday, 12pm to 7pm, you can grab expertly mixed classics - think negronis, pornstar martinis, and mojitos - without breaking the bank. With a cool crowd, laid-back energy, and a menu that celebrates flavour and flair, it's the ideal place to double up on drinks and enjoy the best of West London.
Two for one on Mojito, Pina colada, Strawberry daiquiri and Miami vice
Sip your way around an island paradise with classic cocktails at The Beachcomber. One of London's oldest tiki bars, its tropical interiors will make you feel like you're on holiday without having to hop on a plane.
Head here between 5pm and 7pm any day of the week for two for one offers on pina colada, mojito, strawberry daiquiri or Miami vice. Still thirsty? Stick around to sample one of the capital's most impressive collections of Agricole Rhum.
From Monday to Thursday between 8pm and 10pm, Jim & Tonic at The Prince House is slinging out 2 for 1 cocktails. So, whether you fancy a spot inside the industrial-chic space or the canalside terrace, you can slurp a range of masterfully crafted tipples at a discounted price.
Whether you want to start your week with cocktails or end it with drinks, Mint Leaf Lounge is the place for you. Head over to the classy cocktail bar on Monday or Friday between 4.30pm and 6.30pm and pick from their extensive menu.
Touting a fabulous happy hour between 4pm and 7pm nearly every day, you can rely on The Cocktail Club's plethora of venues including in Canary Wharf. Whether you're craving a mojito or pornstar martini, you can expect each drink to be lip-smacking and budget-friendly.
Did somebody just say 2-4-1 cocktails? Tequila Mockingbird in Covent Garden just did. Not only is this awesome underground haunt serving some of the quirkiest concoctions made by expert mixologists, but they also offer happy hour every day of the week.
Everyone loves a deal, especially when it's wrapped up with sun-soaked lounging and tropical feasting. Amble over to Clapham High Street and Tropix will transport you to paradise with its range of exotic mojitos, small plates and cocktails.
How could we not include Be At One, which has venues across Covent Garden, Spitalfields, Islington and more? The lively brand is renowned for its endless list of fruit-infused tipples, vibrant interiors and jam-packed 2 for 1 cocktail happy hours. Needless to say, if you're looking for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, this has to be up there with the best.
Head to Shoreditch's well-loved The Star In Shoreditch for their fabulous happy hour. Enjoy sipping on cocktails with their 2-4-£12 drinks deal which runs Monday to Friday till 8 pm in their gorgeous neon-lit space.
Simmons are renowned for their wallet-friendly drinks and late-night blowouts. Bringing you 2-4-1 cocktails as part of their hefty happy hour deals, the Angel bar is a haven for cheap drinks, late night DJs and quirky decor.
Step into the hushed world of Pondicherry, the Grand Hotel Bellevue's uber-trendy bar. The decor here is nothing short of dreamy, with exotic tapestries designed to tell tales of the past through personal accounts and historical techniques.
There's just as much to love over on the cocktail menu, from signature creations like the Violette Maharani to negronis, old fashioneds and plenty more certified classics. Get down here Tuesday to Saturday between 5pm and 8pm and creative concoctions like these are all two for the price of one.
Located underneath Hyde London City in St Paul's, Black Lacquer is a sleek basement bar that's filled with sultry, dark decor. This is inspired by Japanese listening bars, boasting an extensive vinyl collection and state-of-the-art sound system.
It's open from Tuesday to Thursday each week, and between 5 and 7pm on those days you can secure two-for-one cocktails. They've got all the classics, from a margarita to an Aperol spritz.
With burger residencies and a weekly roster of events alongside a show-stopping selection of local craft beers, this Hackney watering hole is one for your list. If kamikaze katsu chicken burgers and 'filthed up fries' don't do it for you, then the epic drinks deals might.
In the thick of Soho's nightlife, Rupert Street Bar is serving 2-4-1 Aperol and Sarti Spritzes to match the energy. Swing by between 4pm and 8pm daily, grab a seat by the open front windows, and let the good times (and bubbles) roll. Offer ends mid-September.
After-work drinks? Pop by The Rose Pub between 5-8pm from Monday to Thursday for a selection of 2-4-1 house favourites from the expert mixologists behind the bar. For the braver ones amongst you, head over on a Sunday where you can enjoy a whole night of economical sips.
Balham's Lost & Found doffs its cap to all things homely. Decorated more like a living room than a swanky cocktail bar, the bar's low-hanging lights and vintage furniture really gives the entire venue a charming vibe. Best of all, their cocktail list is mahoosive so you're sure to find something you love.
For those thirst-quenching pours at a wallet-friendly price, venture to The Loose in Westminster. Take advantage of the 2 for 1 cocktails every Monday or Tuesday between 5pm and 8pm. On top of that, there's also 20% off selected bottles of wine every Wednesday.
Located along Notting Hill's Portobello Road, the fittingly named Portobello Star is serving up a host of signature sips including the spicy Walter White and tequila-filled Message From Mexico. Enjoy a lazy Sunday at the historic bar where 2-4-1s are available all day or check it out after work, where you can bag the deal till 9pm.
Blame Gloria is serving up some of the best drinks deals in London - and on a nearly everyday basis too. What can you expect? The Clapham bar will be knocking up 2-4-1 cocktails and providing you with party tunes in a seriously stylish setting.
Escape the bustling streets of Covent Garden with a trip to The Escapologist, a brilliantly wacky Victorian-themed basement bar. Ideal for those more intimate evenings, the secretive den also hosts a great happy hour that includes all of their premium and party time cocktails, as well as glasses of wine and prosecco.
With a 2 for 1 deal on daiquiris and margs every Friday from 6pm 'til midnight, The Street Easy is making sure you get your fix of their most popular cocktails. Better yet, there are strawberry, peach, lychee, peach and blackberry flavours for the former.
You've likely heard about Venn Street Records' weekly roster of banging live music and it's not-to-be-missed weekend blowouts, but what you probably don't know is that they're also brilliant for an evening tipple (or two). The Clapham party spot offers up three whole happy hours every day from 5pm-8pm.
From 4pm to 8pm every day, you can nab yourself 2 for 1 cocktails at The Queen Charlotte in Fitzrovia. Settle into these classic interiors with your tipple, grabbing some drinks from their selection of craft beers too. And for when you get hungry? Burgers and vegan junk food come out to play.
