i've now been to botanist twice, for very different occasions and for quite different reasons, so this is a tricky review to write.
first occasion was the official press launch night and having seen photos of the fun and clever ways food was presented, i was looking forward to sampling both that, and the vast array of intriguing cocktails on offer.
sadly, not only was food scarce (i managed to catch a flap of ham and a tiny wedge of brie from a passing platter), but they appeared to give up on cocktails after the first hour, and then ran out of rum entirely. not a great first impression, especially given the expectations that'd been built up. we were also glared at on entry, presumably as we'd not dressed to the satisfaction of the clip-board clutching door staff.
the second occasion was for a yelp! elites event where we were invited to try a cocktail and a main course and was a much improved experience.
the cocktail i went for initially (blackberry and rosemary fizz, £7.50) was delicious, although more blackberry than anything else. the sprig of rosemary adds a really interesting twist as you can smell it as you drink. i also tried an apricot