The antique apothecary, ceiling‐high bar is undoubtedly the highlight and focal point of the entire space, showcasing rare and exquisite liquors and oddities. Cotton sacks stacked to the double-volume ceiling are illuminated by soft amber lighting as elaborate crystal glassware, Chesterfield sofas, plush chairs in warm colours and textures, rich mahogany and the soft hum of live jazz music fills the intimate custom-designed space.
The converted 1894 warehouse takes its cue from the prohibition Twenties, an era during which illegal establishments thrived on high society’s debaucherous lifestyles. When you step foot inside the secret speakeasy, it will feel as if you’ve been transported back in history to the time of Al Capone, Mae West, and the era of the Great Gatsby. The doorman will knock, and a man dressed in steampunk themed attire will answer and request a password. Once you pass the final test, you will arrive at your final destination – the ultimate 1920’s-style speakeasy bar. Once you’re granted access, you will be taken through an unmarked door and down a dimly lit passageway that eventually leads to another door marked “No Entry”. When you find the secret location, the doorman will ask for your password. If you happen to land either of the two, adventure, mystery and decadence awaits.
AREA 15 HIDDEN BAR PASSWORD
There are only two ways to gain access to The Art of Duplicity in Cape Town, with a secret password or your name on the guest list. It was also awarded the title of the overall ‘Bar to Watch in 2020’ by industry heavyweight, The Spirits Business. Besides being one of the Mother City’s best kept decadent secrets, The Art of Duplicity holds several prestigious titles and awards, including the ‘2020 Cocktail Bar of the Year Award’ presented by The South African Bartending Accolades and Recognition (B.A.R.) Awards. Since its origin, The Art of Duplicity has gained the admiration, reputation, and recognition it deserves, both locally and internationally. This revolutionary Cape Town speakeasy officially opened its password-protected doors in October 2018 in an inconspicuous alleyway in an unmarked location only known to a select few. The Art of Duplicity is the remarkable brainchild of entrepreneur David Donde and award-wining bartender Brent Perremore, envisioned as an ode to 1920s Prohibition culture. The story behind Cape Town’s hippest secret speakeasy
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