Wine & Drinks

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Wine & Drinks

Roots Restaurant

Wine List

Forum Homini and Roots Restaurant hosts most of the best exclusive wines from local and international wine estates. Wine exclusive to Forum Homini only.

White Wine

Chenin Blanc

  • Survivor

    “Best Chenin Blanc made by far. Top 2% wines in South Africa.”

    R1,050
  • Villion Henning Chenin Blanc

    Salted and spiced pickled quince and apricot slices reveal the wine’s spontaneous oak-fermentation character and maritime origin.

    R620
  • Du Toitskloof Chenin Blanc Old (Vine Single Vineyard)

    An oaked white wine featuring vibrant stone fruit aromas, a crisp structure, and a creamy, complex palate

    R450
  • Doolhof: Riversteen

    Golden straw wine featuring vibrant aromas of peaches, citrus, pears, and sweet oak-derived vanilla

    R1,600

Chardonnay

  • Springfield – Wild Yeast

    “Top 3% wines of the world. An unwooded Chard fermented only with wild yeast that grows naturally on the grapes.”

    R480
  • Oak Valley – Groenlandberg

    Crisp, cool-climate tasting notes with bright fruit flavors and fine structural balance.

    R860
  • Montpellier – Unwooded

    Feature crisp acidity and vibrant tropical or citrus fruit profiles.

    R420
  • Paul Cluver – Elgin Region

    “On the nose, this wine shows great citrus aspects and winter melon notes with some light toasted brioche in the background.”

    R890

Sauvignon Blanc

  • Springfield – Life from Stone

    “Mineral character true to the quartz rock in which it is grown.”

    R400
  • Buitenverwachting Constantia

    “Balanced between, dry and sweet, light and bold, soft and acidic.”

    R380
  • Trizanne Signature Wines – Reserve

    “Semillon – Bordeaux blend.”

    R1,100
  • Groote Post – Seasalter

    Pronounced aromas of fresh apple, passion fruit, and blackcurrant, layered with hints of green fig, citrus, coastal fynbos, sea kelp, and a subtle touch of oak

    R390

White Blend

  • Thorne & Daughters Rocking Horse

    “The initial orange blossom, peach, and burnt sugar aromas give way to more exotic wax, rosemary, caraway, and sea-shore notes.”

    R870
  • Alheit Vineyards Hemelrand Vine Garden

    “An exotic nose showing pelargonium and honeysuckle as well as quince, stone fruit, melon, and pineapple. The palate is rich and flavorful with zippy acidity and a savory finish. Dead sexy."

    R1,200
  • Rall

    Feature vibrant, textured, and savory tasting profiles across their key flagship releases

    R1,200
  • Strydom Wines – Siblings

    Smooth, creamy and textured with a balanced acidity. The taste is a combination of pear, quince, yellow apples and citrus, a touch of earthiness

    R820

Unusual White Varietal

  • Paul Cluver Riesling

    “The color is pale, with a beautiful green apple tint. The nose shows ripe green apple, apple blossom, beeswax, and fynbos honey notes.”

    R420
  • Cederberg Bukettraube

    Semi-sweet

    “An explosion of aroma and flavor. It has prominent muscat flavors with apricot and floral notes on the nose.”

    R410
  • Simonsig Gewürztraminer

    Late Harvest

    “This sunshine wine displays a bright golden straw color. Attractive notes of white Turkish delight and rose petals. Succulent notes of litchi and pear nectar dances on the palate.”

    R320
  • Things Take Time (TTT Cellars)

    Palomino from Calitzdorp

    “This sunshine wine displays a bright golden straw color. Attractive notes of white Turkish delight and rose petals. Succulent notes of litchi and pear nectar dances on the palate.”

    R390

Rosé Wine

  • Delheim Pinotage Rosé

    “An ethereal light salmon pink colour, a bouquet of fresh strawberries and orchard flowers”

    R290
  • Eikendal Rosé

    “Merlot – Mourvedre – Grenache rosé. Rich flavors of strawberry, watermelon, apple, and lime”

    R380
  • Fat Bastard Rosé

    “Our Rosé has a sweet strawberry aroma with underlying floral notes. It is smooth but with a characteristic FAT bastard pep. To be enjoyed chilled on any sunny day.”

    R300
  • Weltevrede – Turkish Delight Rosé

    “The colour is a light pink. On the nose, you get litchi, rose petals, and candy floss. A light mouthfeel with flavours of litchi, strawberries, and Turkish delight”

    R245

Red Wine

Pinot Noir

  • Ghost Corner

    “Prominent red fruit of ripe cherries and sweet raspberries with an undertone of earthy, mushroom nuances”

    R920
  • Paul Cluver Elgin

    “Pomegranate, cranberry, violet, and raspberry notes dance on the nose. The bouquet of rich red berries is harmoniously carried through onto the palate where it marries interesting notes of aniseed, seaweed, and savory umami.” * Compliments most dishes, from seafood to chicken, red meat to dessert.

    R890
  • Newton Johnson Hemel-en-Aarde

    “Layered, dense fruit of cranberry, raspberry, blackberry, and Turkish delight alludes to the varied vineyard parcels.”

    R1,700
  • Albert Bichot Secret de Famille

    (Burgundy, France)

    “Seductive wine with fresh fruit aromas, soft silky tannins, and a well-rounded body”

    R2,400

Pinotage

  • Darling Chocoholic

    “Seductively smooth, sensually soft, subtly sweet, mouth-filling moreish, unashamedly addictive, decadently Pinotage”

    R240
  • Kanonkop Kadette

    “Attractive deep plum, with scented aromas of red currants, black cherry, strawberry confit and nutmeg and wood spice. The palate is medium-full bodied and opulent, with finely textured tannins and flavors of red pastille sweets, bright cherries, and a hint of nutmeg oak spice and dark chocolate.”

    R360
  • Rijks

    This deep garnet wine reveals rich, dark fruit aromas of blackberry, plum, and boysenberry on the nose.

    R490
  • Beyerskloof – Reserve

    Well-balanced, medium-to-full-bodied South African red wine from Stellenbosch featuring prominent dark fruit and delicate oak maturation aromas

    R690

Red Blend

  • Montpellier Spyseniersberg

    Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot

    “Red fruits, plum and lead pencil shavings follow through on the palate.”

    R315
  • The three men in a tub with a duck

    Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and Merlot

    “Smooth, silky, and extremely well balanced for all types of meals or dishes.”

    R400
  • De Toren Délicate – Exclusive

    “De Toren Délicate reveals an exemplarily sensory pleasure of fresh, luscious red strawberries with deep, elegant flavors and a mystical aroma of cinnamon.”

    R520
  • Rupert & Rothschild Classique

    “This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is a partnership between Baron Benjamin de Rothschild and Anthonij Rupert on the historic French Huguenot farm.”

    R650
  • Springfield – Work of Time

    Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot

    “A Bordeaux Blend and so we planted the classic varieties of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot.”

    R650

Cabernet Sauvignon

  • Fairview

    “The rich palate boasts plum fruit flavors, a well-balanced acidity, and firm tannins.”

    R430
  • Montpellier

    “It is complemented by ripe dark berries with hints of eucalyptus, mint, and classic aromas of pencil lead.”

    R400
  • Simonsig – Labyrinth

    “Beautiful chocolate, vanilla and oak notes followed by ripe plum, cassis and blackberries.”

    R620
  • Springfield – Méthode Ancienne

    “Winner of amazing new wines. Flavors and aromas of dark berries and oak”

    R1,200

Merlot

  • Steenberg Merlot

    “This fuller-bodied wine will stand up to rich dishes with strong Mediterranean flavors, such as braised and roast meats, tomato-based stews, mature cheeses and briny olives.”

    R620
  • Vergelegen Reserve

    “Ranked 3rd in Top 25 South African Merlot Wines in South Africa. Full bodies and dark ruby color. Dates, dark fruit and tobacco with spice on the nose.”

    R780

Shiraz

  • Rust en Vrede

    “Floral perfume of jasmine with black cherry and tobacco. Full-bodied with bold fruit, showing red cherry, blueberry, and Black Forest gateau.”

    R1,120
  • Saronsberg

    “The wine has a deep, dark purple color with succulent ripe fruit flavours supported by expressive yet delicate floral notes and scents of violets and spice.”

    R915
  • Hartenberg

    Rich aromas of plum and mulberry complemented by cinnamon, anise, and white pepper

    R930
  • Kaapzicht – Suidooster

    Features aromas of violets and black pepper complemented by bright red fruit

    R470

Unusual Red Varietals

  • Koelenhof Koelenbosch Sangiovese

    “This medium bodied Sangiovese offers pleasant aromas with a touch of spiciness. On the palate it displays a combination of vibrant strawberry, blackcurrant, and cherry.”

    R290
  • Lost Boy Cinsault

    Juicy red cherries, tart raspberries, warm cinnamon, and vanilla.

    R550
  • Thokozani Cabernet Franc – Diemersfontein

    Burst of dark fruit, cassis and plum, with a very delicate herbaceous note

    R390
  • Touriga Nacional, Tinta Barocca and Souzão

    Distinct tasting notes of violets, dark plums, black pepper, and rich dark chocolate

    R490

Please ask your friendly service ambassador for our Bucket List selection. The Bucket List collection is wines removed from the menu. Limited quantities are available.

We do keep non-alcoholic wines in our cellar

Dessert Wines

  • Weltevrede – Oupa se wyn

    R210
  • Weltevrede – Ouma se wyn

    R210

MCC & Champagne

Non-Alcoholic

  • Caprice Rosé non-alcoholic

    R180
  • Caprice Classique non-alcoholic

    R180
  • JC Le Roux

    R250
  • Robertson Sparkling Wine

    R210

Champagne

  • De Venoge Cordon Bleu Champagne Brut Rosé

    R1,900
  • De Venoge Cordon Bleu Demi Sec Champagne

    R1,700
  • Moët & Chandon Brut

    R1,500
  • Moët & Chandon Brut Rosé

    R2,100

MCC

  • Le Lude Brut Rosé

    R620
  • Le Lude Brut

    R690
  • L’Ormarins Brut Classique

    R350
  • L’Ormarins Brut Rosé

    R380
  • Krone Brut, Rosé & Demi Sec Nectar

    R250

Prosecco

  • Ponte Villoni Prosecco

    R480
  • Valdo Prosecco

    R640

Bar

Soft Drinks

  • Appletizer

    R45
  • Coke & Coke Light/Zero, Fanta, Sprite, Sprite Zero

    R32
  • Tonic – Blue, Pink Cranberry, Grapefruit, Light

    R35
  • Fitch & Leedes – Dry Lemon, Ginger Ale, Lemonade, Soda Water

    R35
  • Grapetizer

    R40
  • Iced Tea

    R50
  • Red Bull, Red Bull Sugar Free

    R45

Coffees and Teas

  • Americano

    R25
  • Cappuccino

    R30
  • Café Latte

    R35
  • Espresso

    R30
  • Chai Latte

    R40
  • Dirty Chai Latte

    R65
  • Hot Chocolate

    R35
  • Tea

    (English Breakfast, Vanilla, Gunpowder Green, Chamomile and Peppermint)

    R25

Water

  • Still 500ml

    R25
  • Sparkling 500ml

    R30
  • Still 1L

    R40
  • Sparkling 1L

    R45

Beers

  • Beers – Amstel, Black Label, Castle Lager, Castle Lite, Milk Stout

    R40
  • Corona

    R45
  • Hansa Pilsner

    R40
  • Heineken

    R40
  • Sol

    R35
  • Windhoek Draught Bottle

    R50
  • Windhoek Lager

    R50

Ciders

  • Hunters Dry / Gold

    R45
  • Flying Fish

    R45
  • Savanna Dry

    R45
  • Savanna Light

    R45

Non-Alcoholic Beers / Ciders

  • Castle Free

    R35
  • Heineken

    R40
  • Hunters Dry

    R35
  • Savanna Lemon

    R40

Spirits

Rum

  • Bacardi

    R35
  • Captain Morgan Jamaican

    R40
  • Malibu

    R40
  • Spiced Gold

    R45
  • Red Heart

    R40

Vodka

  • Absolut Vodka

    R45
  • Smirnoff Vodka

    R45

Whiskies

  • Bell’s

    R40
  • Dalwhinnie 15 year

    R130
  • Glenfiddich 12 year

    R70
  • Glenfiddich 18 year

    R140
  • Glenlivet 12 year

    R55
  • Glenlivet 15 year

    R130
  • Glenmorangie 10 year

    R60
  • Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 year

    R80
  • J&B

    R35
  • Jack Daniel’s

    R40
  • Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel

    R55
  • Jameson

    R35
  • Jameson Reserve

    R45
  • Johnnie Walker Black

    R40
  • Johnnie Walker Platinum

    R120
  • Johnnie Walker Red

    R40
  • Southern Comfort

    R35

Cognac

  • Courvoisier VSOP

    R80
  • Hennessy VSOP

    R80

Brandy

  • Klipdrift

    R35
  • Klipdrift Premium

    R55
  • KWV 10y

    R40
  • KWV 20y

    R90
  • Richelieu

    R35

Gin

  • Beefeater Blood Orange

    R42
  • Beefeater Original

    R42
  • Bombay Sapphire

    R40
  • Ginologist Citrus or Floral

    R35
  • Ginologist Non-Alcohol

    R30
  • Gordon’s

    R35
  • Inverroche Classic

    R45
  • Inverroche Amber

    R45
  • Inverroche Verdant

    R45
  • Musgrave

    R42
  • Musgrave Pink

    R42
  • Six Dogs Karoo

    R45
  • Six Dogs Karoo Blue

    R45
  • Tanqueray

    R40

Tequila

  • Jose Cuervo Gold

    R40
  • Jose Cuervo Silver

    R40

Liqueur & Shooters

  • Amaretto Di Saronno

    R35
  • Amarula

    R30
  • Aperol

    R35
  • Butlers

    Banana, Blue Curacao, Cherry, Ginger, Peppermint, Strawberry, Triple Sec

    R30
  • Campari

    R30
  • Caramel Vodka

    R35
  • Cointreau

    R35
  • Drambuie

    R35
  • Grappa Giorgio Dalla Cia

    R50
  • Jägermeister

    R35
  • Kahlua

    R30
  • Martini

    Bianco, Extra Dry, Rosso

    R30
  • Montez

    R30
  • Pernod

    R30
  • Pimm’s

    R30
  • Sundowners’ cassis

    R30
  • Wild Peach Schnapps

    R30

Shooters and liqueurs can be shaken, stirred, blended, layered, or simply poured.

Cocktails

  • Cosmopolitan

    Smirnoff, Cointreau, Lime Cordial, Cranberry

    R105
  • Margarita

    Margarita Mix, Tequila, Lime Cordial

    R105
  • Mojito

    Sugar Cane, Bacardi, Lime, Mint, Soda

    R115
  • Pina Colada

    Malibu, Cream, Fresh Pineapple

    R115
  • Strawberry Daiquiri

    Bacardi, Strawberry Syrup, Grenadine, Strawberry

    R105
  • Southern Summer

    Southern Comfort, Lemonade, Lime, Mint

    R100
  • Lemon Drop Martini

    Lemon Juice, Triple Sec, Smirnoff Vodka, Sugar Syrup

    R105
  • African Sunrise

    Orange Juice, Smirnoff Vodka, Grenadine

    R105
  • Mango Mai Tai

    Captain Morgan, Mango Juice, Pineapple Juice, Grenadine, Amaretto, Sugar Syrup

    R105
  • Long Island Iced Tea

    Gordon’s Gin, Tequila, Cointreau, Vodka, Bacardi Rum, Coke

    R145
  • Blue Lagoon

    Vodka, Butlers Curacao, Lemonade

    R105
  • Espresso Martini

    Espresso, Kahlua Coffee Liqueur, Vodka

    R105

Cocktails can also be ordered as Mocktails.

Gin Cocktails

  • Kiwi

    Gordon’s Gin, Monin Kiwi Puree, Mint

    R95
  • Mango

    Ginologist Citrus Gin, Monin Mango Puree, Mango Pulp

    R105
  • Mixed Berry

    Beefeater Orange Gin, Monin Berry Puree

    R95

Chillers

  • Steelworks Cocktail

    Soda Water, Kola Tonic, Ginger Beer, Bitters

    R95
  • Rock Shandy

    Soda Water, Lemonade, Bitters

    R95
  • Lemon Lime Bitters

    Lemon Juice, Lime Cordial, Sugar Syrup, Bitters

    R95
  • Singapore Shandy

    Cola, Ginger-Beer, Bitters

    R95

Forum Homini Cocktails

  • Blood and Sand

    Whiskey, Cherry Heering, Sweet Vermouth, Orange Juice and dash of lemon

    R90
  • Naledi

    Dry Gin, Sweet Vermouth, Campari and Orange Twist

    R90

Cocktail with a Story

  • Butterfly

    Orange Juice, Grenadine, Blue Curacao (12% alcohol), Lime Juice

    The story of the butterflies: Listen (44 seconds) · Read

    R95

Mocktails

  • Cosmopolitan

    Non Alcoholic Gin, Lime Cordial, Cranberry

    R85
  • Margarita

    Margarita Mix, Lime Cordial

    R85
  • Mojito

    Sugar Cane, Lime, Mint, Soda

    R85
  • Pina Colada

    Pineapple Juice, Cream, Fresh Pineapple, Lime Cordial

    R95
  • Strawberry Daiquiri

    Fresh Strawberry Juice, Strawberry Syrup, Grenadine, Strawberry

    R85
  • Southern Summer

    Non-Alcoholic Fruit Gin, Lemonade, Lime, Mint

    R75
  • African Sunrise

    Orange Juice, Pineapple Juice, Grenadine

    R75
  • Mango Mai Tai

    Mango Juice, Pineapple Juice, Grenadine, Sugar Syrup

    R85

Non-Alcoholic Gin Cocktails

  • Kiwi

    Gin, Monin Kiwi Puree, Mint

    R95
  • Mango

    Gin, Monin Mango Puree, Mango Pulp

    R95
  • Mixed Berry

    Gin, Monin Berry Puree

    R95

Chillers

  • Steelworks Cocktail

    Soda Water, Kola Tonic, Ginger Beer

    R95
  • Rock Shandy

    Soda Water, Lemonade, Kola Tonic

    R95
  • Lemon Lime Bitters

    Lemon Juice, Lime Cordial, Sugar Syrup

    R95
  • Singapore Shandy

    Cola, Ginger-Beer

    R85

Mocktail with a Story

Not seeing your favorite cocktail or mocktail? Please ask our friendly service ambassador.

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