Hippo Co

Hippo Co is a premiere whisky and cocktail bar located at Garema Place in Canberra's central business district, housed in a striking prohibition-style venue with split-level architecture and glass frontage. The bar maintains an impressive back bar featuring over 230 whiskies from across the globe, including rare selections such as Bruichladdich Black Art and Japanese whiskies like Ichiro's Malt Chichibu. The cocktail menu is thoughtfully organized by flavor profile—sweet, sour, refreshing, and stirred—with classic preparations including Old Fashioneds and Martinis. A signature feature is live jazz and blues performances on Wednesday evenings, creating an eclectic entertainment experience. The venue welcomes both reservations and walk-in guests, with outdoor seating available, and operates from 5pm daily except Sundays, which open from 3pm.