Zest Seoul
Restaurants · Seoul
Zest’s signature Z&T combines house-made gin and carbonation with flavors that shift seasonally. Homemade mixers, citrus peels and surplus produce shape the wider cocktail list, making this a Cheongdam stop for drinkers curious about how low-waste techniques can create different expressions of Korean ingredients.
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The Zero-Waste Philosophy
- The name Zest plays on citrus peel and a zero-waste ethos. Rather than relying on commercially packaged mixers, the bar reduces plastic bottles and canned sodas by making its own tonic water, soda, and carbonated water in-house.visitgangnam+2
- The team takes sustainability further by partnering with Seoul urban beekeepers for raw honey and working closely with local agricultural producers to incorporate seasonal ingredients without excess waste.timeoutkorea+1
Signature Sips & House Spirits
- Zest features around ten distinct signature cocktails designed to let primary produce shine. Technique-driven methods like distillation, fermentation, and infusion turn culinary surplus and citrus peels into nuanced cocktail components.visitgangnam+1
- Its defining drink, the signature Z&T, features house-made gin and in-house carbonation, with flavor adjustments that shift alongside the changing seasons.visitgangnam+1
Atmosphere & Visit Tips
- Zest suits an evening focused on cocktails and seasonal ingredients. Weekend afternoon opening also gives you an earlier option for drinks.visitgangnam+1
- Consider booking ahead. A March 2025 visitor recommended an online reservation and described the bar as lively on a return visit.Trip.com
