A new drinking space has arrived, and a specialty one at that.The venture has been dubbed Clooney Kitchen & Bar, named after George Clooney’s aunt the 50s jazz musician Rosie Clooney. Of course the era has formed the bulk of the bar’s inspiration, from its glitzy interiors to its show-stopping cocktails.

Sip on cocktails from an elegant list created by co-owner and head bartender Will Crennan and bartender Shannon McFarland. Think blowtorch cocktails, house-made infused liquors, and seriously outlandish ingredients, from duck fat washed vodka to herb and spice-infused dry sake.

To accompany your tipple, head chef Leigh Stanic has created a menu that partners well with a distinguished drink. Plates include a Peking duck terrine with duck skin crackling, green onion and apple; smoked BBQ pig jowl with quince, guanciale and apple, and Davidson ; plum salmon crudo with cherry and volcanic salt, and tempura fried Sicilian olives with sweet and sour green chilli dip.

They hark back to a bygone era. Heavily inspired by the 1950s jazz scene, Clooney Kitchen and Bar hopes to transport guests back in time with every visit. Cocktails are served in crystal goblets with specialty spirits on display in custom-made wooden cabinets created by Kerf Designs.

Clooney Kitchen & Bar is open from 4.00pm till late Tuesday to Saturday. 171 Bay Street, Port Melbourne; facebook.com/Clooney-Kitchen-Bar.