The Cliff Weligama x Mr Lyan Studio: A New Chapter in Coastal Craftsmanship

Perched at the edge of the Indian Ocean, The Cliff Weligama unveiled its bar menu in collaboration with the internationally acclaimed Mr Lyan Studio. The launch, held on Saturday, 25 October, gathered guests for an evening that celebrated craft, culture, and setting a seamless convergence of Sri Lankan character and global creativity.

The new cocktail collection pays homage to Sri Lanka’s rich terroir, reinterpreted through the lens of contemporary mixology. Each creation is a dialogue between local ingredients and modern refinement, a testament to both the island’s natural abundance and Mr Lyan Studio’s innovative spirit.

Founded by Ryan Chetiyawardana (Mr Lyan), the studio is recognised worldwide for redefining the art of drinking placing storytelling, and a deep respect for ingredients at the heart of its philosophy. This collaboration introducing a thoughtful approach to mixology that feels both rooted and forward-looking.

At The Cliff, the new menu mirrors the restaurant’s broader philosophy a place where authenticity and creativity meet. Each cocktail crafted as a narrative, evoking the island’s textures, aromas, and rhythms. This collaboration underscores The Cliff Weligama’s ongoing commitment to shaping hospitality experiences that are local in essence, contemporary in execution, and memorable in feeling.

Stay connected as we continue to share the story and process behind this collaboration.