FABELEI Cocktailbar - Interview with Anastasia Schöck-Bochénski

Once upon a time, Anastasia, a music graduate, and her husband Filip realized their dream of an outstanding bar. A bar where the art of bartending is a top priority. Since the end of 2018, FABLE  in Berlin-Schöneberg, fabulous drinks are served in a cozy living room atmosphere. The fairytale cocktail creations tell stories from all over the world. Filip, who is a bartender by trade, is behind the delicious and creative recipes. All ingredients such as syrups, espumas or cordials are made in-house. There are also the perfect bar snacks that make every connoisseur's heart beat faster. Anastasia takes care of the FABLE It is about making the guests feel comfortable amidst the plants and inviting furniture. This is also ensured by the concept, which fans of alcohol-free drinks will get their money's worth. 

In the interview Anastasia does not tell us fairy tales, but about the idea of FABLE as a high-quality and family-friendly bar with a special twist and explains to us which non-alcoholic cocktails guarantee a happy ending. 

Laori: What is the FABLE out of?
Anastasia: With the FABLE We wanted to establish the first non-smoking cocktail bar in Berlin Schöneberg. It worked wonderfully and even inspired a few neighbors to rethink their concept. On the other hand, we are bringing the "aperitif" concept known from southern countries to Berlin. The light cocktails to round off the evening taste particularly good on our beautiful, sunny terrace.

“I don’t want juice mixes.”

Laori: What role do non-alcoholic drinks in your bar?
Anastasia:  The fact that we are a non-smoking bar and are also located in such a sunny spot means that we have a mixed clientele. We have a local feel. Our bartenders Filip and Florian create the menu accordingly, which includes both non-alcoholic and slightly alcoholic cocktails. The two are currently testing a new menu, the cocktails of which can be enjoyed on our terrace this summer.

Laori: How are non-alcoholic drinks with you? What inspires you?
Anastasia:  Non-alcoholic and alcoholic cocktails are always based on an ingredient that you build on. Perhaps there is also a story in the background, an experience that you try to portray in the taste. It is not for nothing that we have named our bar " FABLE “ called. 

Note: A fable is an imaginative, fictitious story. 

Laori: Which non-alcoholic drink do you recommend? Anastasia:  If I want to enjoy a non-alcoholic cocktail, it is important to me that it can keep up with an alcoholic creation in terms of appearance and taste. I don't want juice mixes! From our last physical menu, I particularly liked the Noa Cranberry Gimlet with Laori No 1 , cranberry and homemade lime cordial. Our Veron i, which we make with verjus, non-alcoholic bitters and tonic water. Instead of an Americano or Negroni … yummy.

Laori: What are the great advantages of non-alcoholic drinks from your point of view?
Anastasia:  For the enjoyment of non-alcoholic cocktails in the FABLE The rule is: you stay clear-headed, but can still participate in a sociable and socially enjoyable life without compromising on taste or appearance. This means that the evening definitely has a happy ending.

Laori: Does non-alcoholic have a chance of becoming the new vegan? 
Anastasia:  I have definitely noticed for some time that the market for non-alcoholic distillates is opening up. What seemed impossible a few years ago is now possible: non-alcoholic distillates are available in stores right next to spirits and are greeted with curiosity by consumers.  

Laori: Do you have any tips on how to mix non-alcoholic drinks at home?
Anastasia:  The most important thing is to use high-quality, fresh ingredients. Then the story will definitely have a happy ending.

Got thirsty?

You  do you fancy  non-alcoholic cocktails  Then try our Laori Lemon! The non-alcoholic drink is easy to mix and impresses with its citrus notes. You can find the recipe here .

Photos: FABELEI cocktail bar