Cocktail Magic with Iain McPherson

Abu Dhabi, consider this your official excuse to ditch the “Netflix and chill” routine. On Friday, September 26, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Library Bar at The Abu Dhabi EDITION is hosting the kind of night that deserves its own highlight reel.

The Need-to-Know Details

Date: Friday, 26 September 2025
Location: Library Bar, The Abu Dhabi EDITION
Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Contact: Call +971 2 208 0000

Meet the Maestro of Mixology

Flying in from Edinburgh (and yes, probably first class), Iain McPherson is taking over the bar. He’s not just a bartender—he’s the bartender. Recently crowned World’s 50 Best “Bartender of the Year”, McPherson is also the creative brain behind Panda & Sons, ranked No.30 on The World’s 50 Best Bars and No.4 on the Top500 Bars. Translation: the man knows his cocktails, and then some.

Expect Magic in a Glass

McPherson’s reputation? Forward-thinking, a little daring, and always delicious. Think cocktails that surprise you in the best possible way—like edible plot twists. Paired with Library Bar’s award-winning setting (sophisticated but never stuffy, warm but never boring), this one-night-only collab is basically your golden ticket to cocktail heaven.

Bottom Line: Don’t Miss Out

This isn’t just another night out. It’s a rare chance to watch one of the world’s best bartenders work his magic, glass by glass, in a setting that feels both intimate and glamorous. Bring your friends, bring your appetite for adventure, and—pro tip—bring your camera. These drinks are about to become your new screensaver.