Step inside Seafire on the Marina to find a gleaming waterfront destination where the hum of Glenelg’s promenade meets the shimmer of the sea. Through broad glass windows, yachts sway gently in the marina while the scent of char-grilled steak mingles with sea breeze and salt.
Here, sophistication meets spectacle - every dish and drink crafted with precision, every experience designed to linger.
Behind the bar, Isaac Donnellan, Seafire’s venue manager, brings imagination and discipline together in equal measure. His latest creation, the Seafire Dragon, is a show-stopping expression of contrast - a drink where the calm of the ocean meets the heat of flame.
A Cocktail Where Sea Meets Fire
The Seafire Dragon takes its cue from the elements that define this coastal venue - depth, light and heat. It begins with a generous pour of Kraken rum, named for the mythical sea creature that lurks in the depths, its spiced profile setting a rich, resonant tone. Into this, dragonfruit purée brings vivid colour and tropical sweetness - the ‘cactus dragon’ that lights the glass with pink-red brilliance.
A splash of lime juice adds balance and brightness, while a subtle lick of chilli liqueur provides a lingering spark that dances on the palate. The result is a cocktail that’s equal parts bold and refined - smooth, glowing and alive with energy.
The Craft Behind the Flame
Isaac’s approach to the Seafire Dragon is both methodical and theatrical. Each movement - the measured pour, the brisk shake, the precise strain - reflects his dedication to balance and texture. As the finished drink settles into its glass, it gleams like fire over calm water, crowned with a delicate garnish of fresh dragonfruit and a hint of citrus zest.
On the nose, it’s bright and exotic; on the tongue, a journey from oceanic spice to tropical fruit and gentle heat. Each sip unfolds in waves - deep, smooth rum, followed by dragonfruit’s refreshing lift and a final flicker of chilli warmth that lingers like sunset over the marina.
Crafted to Complement the Seafire Experience
At Seafire on the Marina, the food is all about precision and theatre - from perfectly seared steak to fresh seafood served with flair. The Seafire Dragon was designed by Isaac to complement that rhythm: bold enough to stand beside a smoky rib-eye or a char-kissed prawn skewer, yet refreshing enough to serve as the perfect opening act to a long evening overlooking the water.
It’s a cocktail that mirrors Seafire’s very essence - where elemental forces meet in perfect harmony.
Why Order It
Ordering the Seafire Dragon isn’t just about flavour - it’s a statement. This is the drink to begin your evening in style, perfect for celebrations, date nights, or first-time visitors wanting to try "the best thing on the menu.”
There’s a quiet spectacle in the experience: no fireworks, just the mesmerising play of colour, aroma and sensation. The rum’s depth, the dragonfruit’s brightness and the chilli’s glow build together like a story told in three movements - one that ends not with a finish, but with a memory.
As Isaac says, "Every cocktail should tell its own story - I just make sure mine have a little fire in them.”
Fun Fact and Origin of the Name
The Seafire Dragon draws its inspiration from its dual nature:
Kraken rum, named after the legendary sea monster that guards the ocean depths and dragonfruit, the vivid tropical fruit often called the ‘cactus dragon’.
Together, they form a symbolic meeting of sea and fire, perfectly capturing Seafire on the Marina’s identity - refined yet daring, coastal yet incandescent.
