Múzsa at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest Unveils Echoes of the Muses: A Spirited Journey Through Divine Inspiration

Múzsa, awarded Bar of the Year 2024 at the Dining Guide Gala and featured in the 50 Best Discovery collection, introduces Echoes of the Muses, a cocktail menu inspired by mythology and the creative spirit. Located in the historic Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest, Múzsa draws on the city’s rich cultural heritage as a crossroads of European art and culture. The menu channels the muses through mixology, storytelling, and artistic expression.

The Concept: A Tribute to the Nine Muses

In ancient Greek mythology, the Nine Muses were the divine embodiments of art, music, poetry, and human creativity. Inspired by their lasting influence, Echoes of the Muses invites guests on an immersive journey through three chapters, each honouring a different facet of creative expression:

• Essence – Capturing our most primal and fundamental creative impulses, the raw spark that drives artistic expression.
• Bond – Exploring how art forges human connections across time, uniting us through shared cultural memories.
• Reach – Honouring creativity’s ability to transcend limits and shape our future.

Each cocktail is a liquid narrative, translating these themes into flavours, textures, and visual artistry.

Innovative Mixology Meets Mythological Artistry

Leading this visionary endeavour is award-winning mixologist Ádám Redli, whose expertise - honed at London’s world-renowned Artesian Bar - pushes the boundaries of traditional mixology.

"With Echoes of the Muses, we wanted to create more than just cocktails - we wanted to set the perfect stage for guests to fully immerse themselves in the experience. From transcendent flavours to stunning presentation, every drink is designed to engage the mind and soul, not just the palate," says Redli.

Alongside bar manager Anett Schurina, one of Hungary’s top bartending talents, Redli employs cutting-edge techniques such as smoke infusion, molecular extraction, and bespoke 3D-printed glassware, ensuring that every cocktail is as visually striking as it is sublime.

Signature Creations

A selection of standout cocktails:

• Cosmos – A celestial tribute to Urania, the Muse of Astronomy. A blend of rum, frozen peach, jasmine, coconut, and rose pepper orbits in a stunning, bespoke Saturn-shaped glass.
• Elysian Hymn – Inspired by Polymnia, the Muse of Sacred Hymns, this ethereal gin-based cocktail with bergamot and makrut lime is crowned with warm, jasmine-scented, helium-filled bubbles.
• Erovia – Pisco, rhubarb amaro, and hibiscus blend seamlessly beneath a rich pistachio foam in this ode to lyrical poetry. Bold red, green, and deep pink hues create a striking visual.

Beyond the Cocktails: An Immersive Experience

Múzsa’s commitment to innovation, artistry, and storytelling extends beyond the drinks. Beneath a breathtaking glass dome, the space blends Budapest’s Art Nouveau grandeur with the contemporary luxury for which Four Seasons is world-renowned. The experience is further elevated with a menu of thoughtfully curated Asian-inspired small plates, crafted from locally sourced ingredients to complement the cocktails. Intimate live performances - from musicians to dancers - further enhance the ambiance, transforming every visit into a celebration of the senses.

A New Era of Cocktail Excellence

Guests are invited to let the muses guide them on a journey of inspiration, where each cocktail tells a story and each flavour contains the spark of creativity.

Echoes of the Muses debuts at Múzsa, Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

For more information on the menu, weekly entertainment, and events program, visit muzsa.com or follow MÚZSA on Instagram and Facebook for the latest updates.