The dishes are mainly cocktails, with the Hong Kong-style cold lemon oolong (No. 4) highly recommended. The other beverages are not very satisfactory and may present a challenge for guests who prefer sour flavors. The drinks are served pre-mixed, are on the sweeter side, and lack depth.
The interior decoration is in a cave style, providing a relaxed atmosphere that is suitable for gatherings with friends. The atmosphere is private and comfortable, making it ideal for dining in or taking out.
The staff is friendly and can provide alcohol recommendations based on the guests' needs; overall service is decent.
Step into Draft Land and immerse yourself in a cocktail universe that resembles a "cave." Behind the understated wooden door lies a dark ambiance with soft lighting. The bar is not large, but it feels spacious, and you can choose to enjoy your drinks inside or take them to sip on the grassy edge of Caowu Road. The atmosphere is both private and relaxed.
Drinks are offered in the "cocktails on tap" style: pre-mixed and served in a draft manner, emphasizing convenience, speed, and flavor consistency. Some reviews, however, note that the drinks can be a bit sweet and the flavors somewhat shallow, lacking in texture and depth. In terms of cocktail freshness, it still feels slightly lacking, with the base spirits not being as prominent.
The only minor drawback is that seating is somewhat limited and the minimum spend is a bit high, and popular drinks often sell out quickly, so it is advisable to visit during non-peak hours. If you’re not accustomed to drinking here, there are plenty of options outside the cave in the Caowu Road square.
🌟 Only support cocktail number 4
"Draft Land Taichung" is located at Taichung PARK2 Caowu Square, emphasizing a relaxed atmosphere with "lifestyle cocktails" for guests, offering as many as 18 types of cocktails. Be sure to choose number 4.
Draft Land is the first drinking-style cocktail bar in Asia. Pushing open the inconspicuous wooden door, you'll find cave-style decor, with limited seating, many people take their drinks to enjoy at Caowu Square.
The Draft Land menu is as follows: Number 4, Hong Kong-style frozen lemon oolong is the only recommendation, with a total of 18 cocktails. The menu is entirely in English, and if you have a preferred taste, you can ask the staff for recommendations.
Many of us almost had one drink each, and half of us have tasted all of them, but number 4 is truly the only one that is delicious.
Let's drink
LUCHEE COBBLER 9% 💰200
White Wine/Tequila/Lychee/Dill/Lime
I told the staff I wanted a more sour drink, but I think their drinks usually lean towards sweet. This cocktail tasted like lychee white wine but had a very unrefined flavor, reminiscent of mixing various drinks at home.
Hong Kong-style Frozen Lemon Oolong 9% 💰250
Vodka/Oolong Tea/Ume/Osmanthus/Hawthorn
This drink is widely acknowledged as drinkable; it tastes like a combination of iced oolong tea and alcohol, and is relatively smooth.
Mango Sago 13.3% 💰500 (large)
Rum/Coconut/Mango/Pandan/Grapefruit
My friend regretted ordering a large of this drink. The whole cup of Mango Sago mixed with alcohol had a very unrefined taste, and perhaps due to the addition of grapefruit, it had a bitter finish, making the alcohol flavor even more pronounced.
Thoughts: Number 4 is drinkable, while the others are overly diluted and hard to drink. I sincerely recommend number 4; considering the price, flavor, and quantity, I feel it’s acceptable, but I think I would prefer to drink beer.
For those who prioritize food: drink number 4, as the others are hard to consume.
For those who value the atmosphere: the cave style is unique.
For those who are concerned about parking: luck dictates if you find spots at Caowu Park for cars and motorcycles.
For those who care about restrooms: there are public restrooms at Caowu Walk, separated by gender.
For those who mind waiting: there will be a queue, with more crowds as it gets later.
For those who value service: it’s pretty good, and they will recommend flavors based on your preferences, even though it may not be what I wanted.🤣
If you focus on cost performance: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
(Discussing food and price solely)