F.R.I.E.N.D.S The One with the Party Drinks
“You are only as strong as the alcohol you drink, the tables you dance on, and the friends that hold you together”
Have you heard about The Friends Experience? The One at London ExCeL? The experience that’s literally a stone’s throw away from the Fox ExCeL bar and restaurant?
After you’ve immersed yourself in the on-screen sets, danced in front of the iconic fountain, sat in Central Perk and peeped through the hole in the purple door at Rachel and Monica’s apartment, it’s time to head to the Fox ExCeL to spend time with your other friends!
Take the Fox ExCeL Friends Challenge!
We’re so excited about the Friends Experience next door that we thought it would be fun to craft a drinks menu based on what we know about Monica, Chandler, Rachel, Ross, Phoebe and Joey.
Simply choose the drink that represents your favourite character, pair it with your favourite bar snack and enjoy a fabulous time in what we think is the best bar in the very heart of London’s Docklands.
Are you Joey?
Joey fancies himself as a ladies man, always up for a good time and seemingly, never wanting to ‘grow up’! What better drink for Joey than the always-popular cocktail ‘Sex on the Beach’ - perfect for Joey the playboy!
“I don’t like it when people take food off my plate!”
Are you Rachel?
We’ve chosen Aperol Spritz for Rachel. It’s one of the most popular drinks at the moment as it’s refreshing but different. It’s bubbly - just like Rachel - and sweet, but with a touch of bitterness (we were not on a break!).
“I don’t want my baby’s first words to be ‘how you doin’?'”
Are you Ross?
Ross the palaeontologist, crazy about dinosaurs, fossils wives and Rachel - so that’s old things and women. We considered a whisky for Ross but ended up choosing the Dark and Stormy dark rum cocktail with bitters and ginger ale. This is a strong, dark cocktail, just like Ross, although he hides it well! We love Ross despite him pivoting from one drama to another, he retains his great sense of humor!
“I’m the holiday armadillo!”
Are you Phoebe?
Phoebe is the quirkiest woman on the show; the one who’s not afraid to be herself. The one with a heart of gold and an irrelevant take on pretty much anything. She is as honest as the day is long, so we picked the Long Island Iced Tea to represent Phoebe. The Long Island is a mix of so many different flavours served in a tall glass - perfect for when you want something just a little bit different.
“I may play the fool at times but I’m more than the pretty blond girl with an ass that won’t quit!”
Are you Chandler?
We thought long and hard about this one. Chandler is funny - we think the funniest person on the show - and of course, we all know what happened to the lovely Matthew Perry. So taking all that on board, we chose a good bottle of Birra Moretti to represent Chandler and his honesty. Some of the best scenes took place in his apartment as he and Joey sat side by side in their Laz-y-boy chairs watching the game and drinking beer. This one is for all you good mates out there - cheers!
Are you Monica?
Safe, perfectionist Monica is everyone’s dependable friend. Monica would love the history behind the Negroni gin cocktail as well as its balanced taste. Like Monica, it is a tad underrated and deserves more attention for its simple elegance. But in the end, we plumped for a glass of red wine
“Rules are good. Rules help control the fun.”
Are you and your friends up for The Fox ExCeL Friends Challenge?
Visit the Fox ExCeL and spend time with friends
The Fox ExCeL is known as the place to be whenever you are visiting the Docklands, whether for a concert or experience at the ExCeL, flying from London City, or just visiting the historical Royal Docks.
Our menu is packed with pub favourites and our widely-stocked bar has something for everyone. We’re based in the thriving centre of one of London’s great entertainment districts, the Docklands just 15 minutes from Central London and easily accessible thanks to the Elizabeth Line. We’re also close to Canary Wharf and next door to the ExCeL Centre - come and say hello!
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