Black Lines — Premium Bottled Cocktails, Ready to Pour

Black Lines make bar-quality cocktails that come ready to serve straight from the bottle. No shaker required, no guesswork, no compromise on flavour. Founded in London in 2017 by Casey — formerly head of drinks development at Soho House — and restaurant entrepreneur Kuleen, Black Lines set out to prove that brilliant cocktails do not need to be confined to a bar stool. All Natty stocks the Black Lines range in Bristol, bringing some of London's best bottled cocktails to the South West.

What Makes Black Lines Different

The ready-to-drink cocktail market has grown fast, but most of it is forgettable. Black Lines sits at the other end of the spectrum. Every cocktail in their range is developed by people who have spent years behind actual bars, then produced using premium, independently sourced British spirits. Their Negroni uses East London Liquor Company London Dry Gin paired with Campari and Spanish sweet vermouth. The Espresso Martini brings together Chase field-to-bottle Potato Vodka with single-origin cold-brewed coffee from speciality roasters Origin. These are not shortcuts — they are carefully balanced serves that happen to arrive in a bottle.

Each 500ml bottle delivers five proper 100ml serves, which makes the price per drink competitive with making cocktails from scratch — and far cheaper than ordering them in a bar. Pour over ice, add a garnish if you are feeling fancy, and you are done.

The Range

Black Lines have built a lineup that covers the classics and a few modern favourites. The Negroni is their flagship — bittersweet, perfectly balanced, and the one that built their reputation across venues like The Standard Hotel and Homeslice. The Espresso Martini is rich and smooth, with chocolate and caramel notes and a creamy finish that puts most bar versions to shame. The White Negroni is a lighter, brighter take on the original, while the Spicy Tommy's Margarita and Paloma bring tequila-based heat and citrus to the party. For summer, the Hugo Spritz is a crowd-pleaser, and the Oatnog — a dairy-free, spiced rum twist on eggnog — has become a winter cult favourite.

Every label is illustrated by a different emerging artist, which means the bottles look as good on the shelf as the drinks taste in the glass.

The Story

Black Lines takes its name from Wassily Kandinsky's painting that ushered in a new era for modern art. The founders see a parallel in what they are doing with cocktails — challenging the idea that a great drink must be mixed to order in an expensive bar. Their team is drawn from London's hospitality industry, and that expertise shows in every detail: the spirit selection, the balance of sweet, sour, bitter, and spice, and the obsessive tweaking of every recipe until it is right.

What started as an on-tap cocktail service for London venues has expanded into a full bottled range available across the UK through independent retailers like All Natty. The quality has not changed — just the reach.

Who Black Lines Is For

If you love a good Negroni but cannot be bothered to stock three different bottles and a set of bar tools, Black Lines is your solution. They are ideal for dinner parties where you want to serve something impressive without spending half the evening playing bartender. They are equally good for a quiet Friday night when you just want one excellent cocktail without the washing up.

They also pair brilliantly with food — the Negroni alongside a charcuterie board from our snack selection, the Espresso Martini as an after-dinner treat, the Paloma with anything spicy. If you are exploring our full cocktail range, Black Lines is the place to start.

Bristol & UK Delivery

In Bristol? We deliver next-day across BS1–BS16 for £3.50, or free when you spend over £40. We also ship UK-wide for £9, free on orders over £80. Full details on our shipping page.

What are Black Lines cocktails?

Black Lines are premium bottled cocktails made in London using independently sourced British spirits and high-quality ingredients. Each 500ml bottle contains five 100ml serves, ready to pour over ice — no mixing required. The range includes Negroni, Espresso Martini, White Negroni, Paloma, and seasonal specials.

Where can I buy Black Lines cocktails in Bristol?

All Natty stocks Black Lines cocktails for delivery across Bristol and the UK. You can order online at allnatty.co.uk with next-day delivery available in Bristol, or visit our bottle shop in BS3.

How do you serve Black Lines bottled cocktails?

Pour 100ml over plenty of ice in an appropriate glass — a rocks glass for the Negroni, a coupe for the Espresso Martini. Add a garnish (orange slice for the Negroni, coffee beans for the Espresso Martini) if you like, but they taste great without. Store in the fridge before serving for best results.

Are Black Lines cocktails good value?

Each 500ml bottle gives you five serves, which works out significantly cheaper per cocktail than ordering in a bar and comparable to buying the individual spirits and ingredients yourself — without the waste or the effort. They make excellent gifts and are perfect for entertaining.