The humdrum of life, coupled with the fast-paced nature of life in Singapore can get pretty stressful sometimes. And while it is paramount to keep up with expectations, we should also learn to take a breather and relax at certain points before returning to everyday work with a rejuvenated mind. Everyone has different ways of assuaging their anxieties but what do you say to a Friday night at a bar with good company and a bottle of booze in one hand? Check out these two new bars located a mere five-minute walk from each other. Now you know where to go to celebrate hump day or the weekend!

1. Oxwell & Co

Partake of the botanic rich cocktail Clover Club Street ($22) while soaking in the picturesque sights of the cityscape at Oxwell & Co’s newest feature – a rooftop bar on the fourth floor. Designed exclusively together with Hendrick’s Gin, the rooftop bar is set to drastically transform your bar dining experience.

Swing by with a group of friends for a reinvigorating swig of Bathtime ($60, pictured above) that is infused with cucumber and thyme. Or choose from the extensive cocktail menu, which features herbs specially handpicked by Oxwell’s Head Chef Nic Scorpion from their very own rooftop's herb garden. Oxwell & Co’s Rooftop Bar is open from Wednesday to Saturday from 7pm to 12am

2. Gemmills

Housing an impressive array of wines collected from different parts of the globe along with craft beers, Gemmills is now open for the quenched and weary. Established by the people behind Maggie Joan's and Moosehead, Gemmill also specializes in brunch and breakfast to cater to the needs of the ravenous. Select from an exquisite curation of artisan cheeses (from $10) and charcuterie (from $7) as well as appetizers including marinated olives (from $4) and duck rillettes (from $10). Gemmills is open from 8am to 12am every day except Sunday.

Written by Tan Siew Bee