Vender
Cocktail Bar · Taichung · Chef Summer Chen
A speakeasy in Taichung built around the concept of vending machines. The entrance is disguised as a vending machine unlocked by inserting a coin. Inside, guests are greeted with a complimentary Singapore Sling shot and can explore cocktails named after different types of vending machines, with ingredient pockets to smell and touch before choosing.
No. 118, Wuquan West 4th St, West District, Taichung City, 40348, Taiwan, Taichung
- #20 Asia's 50 Best Bars
- #74 World's 50 Best Bars 2025
Menu
Cocktails
- Kaya Toast (450) — Pandan and coconut milk-washed, with champagne added to elevate the pandan aroma. Inspired by Singapore's traditional breakfast treat — 'Kaya' in Malay refers to richness.
- Singapore Sling Welcome Shot (450) — A complimentary miniature Singapore Sling served to every guest upon entry — Summer Chen's nod to her bartending career in Singapore.
- Nasi Lemak (450) — A Singapore-inspired cocktail capturing the flavour profile of the classic Southeast Asian rice dish. Part of Summer Chen's homage to her formative bartending years in Singapore.
- Right Side Menu Selection (450) — Cocktails on the right side of the wooden-box menu offer spicier, heavier, stronger flavors for experienced drinkers. Each has flavor profiles graded with 1-5 stars.
- Vender Bottled Cocktails (450) — House-made bottled cocktails available from the actual vending machines inside the bar. Rotating flavors crafted by Summer Chen, available to take away.
- Milo Dinosaur (450) — A cocktail inspired by the beloved Singapore Milo Dinosaur drink. Part of the Southeast Asian nostalgia series on Vender's menu.
- Left Side Menu Selection (450) — Cocktails on the left side of the wooden-box menu are designed for beginners — refreshing, lighter flavors with less alcohol. Each has flavor profiles graded with 1-5 stars.
- Durian Ice Cream (450) — Spanish brandy, PX sherry, chocolate mint schnapps. A bittersweet dessert cocktail garnished with fresh durian sandwiched between two waffles.
- Gacha Machine Cocktail (100) — Insert NT$100 into the gacha capsule machine to receive a randomly selected cocktail. Each capsule contains a token for a specific drink from the menu.
- A Cigar Vending Machine (450) — Dark rum, red wine syrup, aromatised wine, fresh lemon juice, egg white, chocolate bitters. Smoked tableside with Taiwanese cypress wood chips. Inspired by Summer Chen's first taste of Cuban cigars. Vender's signature cocktail.
Phone: +886 4 2372 5875
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