Communion Bar - bar review

The buzz: A new bar in the basement of Angels and Gypsies in Camberwell, which has been serving great tapas to south Londoners since 2010. Décor is all stained glass and religious artefacts.

The deal: It’s not often you see Special Brew on a cocktail menu. The drinks here are inspired by the unique characters of south London, including local homeless man and author John Healy, who was fond of the cheap potent beverage. The Grass Arena cocktail, with Special Brew, chili-infused whisky, cranberry syrup and Buckfast wine is exactly what you’d drink to keep warm and addled if you lived on the streets.

Good for: Robert Krajewski, the in-house mixologist, says he wanted to make a cocktail list which was divisive; so every drink is a gamble. If you can, chat to Rob about your tastes and he’ll recommend something to suit.

Order: The Daisy martini. This classic has been delicately tempered with added Lillet Blanc and grapefruit zest, which goes down like a dream.

By the way: You receive a communion wafer and mini glass of house wine on arrival, a nice little touch.