Maybe Mae

Maybe Mae has been named South Australia’s No. 1 cocktail bar, and No. 2 bar overall in Boothby’s Best Bars rankings for 2026 (Boothby magazine Bartenders’ Weekender)

A huge thank you to Boothby, not only for the recognition, but for the work they do in celebrating Australian bars, bartenders, and the people who keep this industry moving forward.

For us, this one means a lot. Maybe Mae has been around for 12 years now, and none of it happens without the people who keep walking down the stairs to drink with us. The regulars, the first-timers, the late-night decision makers, the cocktail lovers, the curious drinkers, and everyone who has helped make this little room what it is.

To our team, past and present, thank you. To everyone who has ever pulled up a seat at Maybe Mae, thank you.

We’re very proud, and very grateful! Time for a drink to celebrate.

GOOD DRINKING THIS WEEK - BITTER BIRD

The cross-pollination of two iconic tiki cocktails, the Mai Tai and Jungle Bird. This drink pairs the spice-forward notes of Rouge Compass rum with the iconic bitterness of , softened by a creamy salted cashew and vanilla orgeat and finished with strawberry and a hit of orange.

A bittersweet start to your weekend!

Served in a Rocks Glass - spiced, sweet, and bitter.

GOOD DRINKING THIS WEEK - PRETTY WOMAN

A smoky-sweet affair. Milagro tequila and mezcal dance with herbaceous green cardamom and a burst of fruity bubbles. Light, bright, and blushing thanks to a blend of pear and dragon fruit, she’s served bubbly with a signature raspberry-dusted rim.

Served in a Flute Glass - light, herbaceous, and effervescent.

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GOOD DRINKING THIS WEEK - NIGHTCAP FOR THE COSY

We’ve combined butter-washed double malt whiskey, chamomile, honey, and crumpets for a low-ABV nightcap, inspired by crumpets and tea on chilly autumn afternoons.

Served in a Rocks Glass - doughy, buttery, and sweet.

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GOOD DRINKING THIS WEEK - COASTAL APOTHECARY

A botanical voyage between the Mediterranean and the Australian bush, our house-made Amaro rapidly infuses Vodka with bay leaf, lemon-scented eucalyptus, lemon myrtle, vanilla pod, and angelica root.

Shaken with Gin, Lemon, and silky condensed coconut. A sip that’s reminiscent of the festoon light-filled coastal evening.

Served in a Coupe - silky, campherous and bright.

Not every night starts or ends at the table. Sometimes it’s a drink before. Sometimes it’s one after.

This Mother’s Day, start with her favourite cocktail or settle in after dinner for a moody nightcap, one last drink before heading home.

Let Maybe Mae be the cherry on top - book now.

GOOD DRINKING THIS WEEK - SEAFARER’S FLIP

Using both the skin and the flesh of the banana to create a dense tropical foundation. Bolstered by the roasted bitterness of Guinness and the spiced warmth of Rogue Compass Dark Rum. The addition of macadamia provides a buttery bridge between the dark sugars and the stout. Drink into a sophisticated, liquid embrace for the colder months.

Served in a Wine Taster - buttery, spiced, and tropical.

GOOD DRINKING THIS WEEK - ROCK ‘N’ RUSTIC

We’ve paired the peppery depth of Straight Rye with fresh rockmelon juice and a house-infused tarragon Riesling. It’s textured, earthy, and perfectly balanced, served with a signature Tajín rim to bridge the gap between sweet and spice.

Served in a Coupe - soft, earthy, and fresh.

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We’re slinging drinks from 5pm this Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Closed Easter Monday.

We’ll see you in the basement.

GDTW - PURPLE RAIN ⁠
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A translucent, sparkling take on the Piña Colada. Coconut-washed Rogue Compass Rum and clarified pineapple are spiked with the herbal honey of Drambuie and carbonated to refreshment. Finished with a lush, royal-purple Ube foam that carries the drink’s hidden spices to the surface.⁠
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Served in a Highball - effervescent, earthy and unexpected.⁠
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