Truce opened its Guest Crafted Series with an unforgettable night led by celebrated bartender Natalie Lau. Known for her ingredient-driven creations and quiet precision, she brought a fresh perspective to Jakarta’s cocktail scene through technique, balance and bold imagination.
What defines a truly memorable cocktail? Is it the balance of flavour, the precision in preparation, or the story behind every sip? For Natalie Lau, it’s all three. The acclaimed bartender believes that a great drink should carry character and clarity. Her approach to mixology bridges discipline and emotion, a philosophy she brought to Jakarta when she headlined the first instalment of Truce’s Guest Crafted Series.
As part of Stoli Group, Natalie presented an evening of cocktails that redefined familiarity. Her one-night-only menu explored bold yet thoughtful flavour pairings: fermented banana with cocoa, salted apple vermouth, jalapeño heat and pomelo layered with white pepper. Each creation revealed her deft hand and deep understanding of flavour evolution, transforming simple ingredients into expressive narratives in the glass.
At Truce, her menu found its perfect stage. The bar’s quiet confidence, reflected in its use of house ferments, low-sugar builds and minimalist presentation, resonated with Natalie’s philosophy of precision through simplicity. The night became less about performance and more about dialogue, a meeting point of two approaches bound by respect for technique and time.
Guest Crafted Series Vol. 1 A Night with Natalie Lau occurred on 13 October 2025, starting at 8 PM. The evening began Truce’s commitment to spotlighting bartenders who redefine modern mixology through restraint, imagination and purpose.
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