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Best Cocktails and where?

Starting to get excited about our February trip, and am wanting to try as many cocktails as I can. Hawaiian sunsets and cocktails. priceless

Every hotel on the shoreline has a beachfront bar.

The most famous and historic, with a great old time ambience, is the Beach Bar at the Banyan Court in the Moana Hotel. Stong mixed drinks, average pupus (appetizers).

The most elegant is the House Without a Key at Halekulani. More peaceful, solid drinks and good pupus.

Rumfire, a new bar in the Sheraton, has a more modern feel. Has a great happy hour ($3 beers, $4 & $5 cocktails). Incredible pupus with inexpensive happy hour prices. They really took care of us the other night.

Shorebird, in the Outrigger Reef, has $3 mai tais at happy hour.

Hotels fronting the inland side of Kalakaua also have pool deck bars overlooking the ocean. The favorites are Tiki's in Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel and the Elegant Dive in the Hyatt Regency.

If you want a place off the water, unique, with a fantastic view, great atmosphere, and cheap drinks ($4) and tasty pupus during happy hour, I highly recommend the Top of Waikiki, a revolving restaurant at Kalakaua Ave and Seaside.

Where are you staying??

And don't forget to do a search or simply scroll down through the Oahu Forum. Drinks and pupus are a favorite topic.

We have 6 nights at the HHV, cruise for 1 week and 5 nights at the Outrigger Reef before we return home

I love the bar down at New Otani hotel, at the Kapiolani park end of the beach. The mai tais at the beachside bar at Hale Koa are excellent and a good price (most of the property is military only, but the public has access to that beachside bar). I like the patio outside Duke's restaurant. Tiki Bar and Grill has a great view. Courtyard under the banyan tree at Moana Surfrider.

Besides those favorites, basically I usually just stroll the beach and see what looks good on a certain day (who has music, etc.)

How did I know ou would be the first to answer a question on cocktails? :>)

The Mai Tai Bar at the Royal Hawaiian is good but expensive. Nice ambience and live hawaiian music at sunset. We only went there because apparently that is where the Mai Tai cocktail was invented so we had to try it. 2 Mai Tais was about $25 including tip.

We had some incredible Mai Tai's at Duke's!

Why does it always taste so much better in Hawaii?

I will have to go with the Zombies at Chucks steakhouse

We always go to Dukes on Sunday afternoon to drink and listen to Henry . My fav to start is their lava flow, then mai tais with their fab waffle fries. Heaven.

For a cheap and good drink, with no entertainment, I agree Hale Koa pool bar is it! I prefer their Mai tais.

I am pretty sure the Sheraton chain still do these & they remain my favourite, althought other hotels in Waikiki not familiar with them.

Brandy, light & dark rum, triple sec, orange juice & a squeeze of lime.

They pack a punch.

SUNDOWNERS were good too ( not sure of ingredients.). from the Sheraton hotels.

Always better in a glass than plastic.

I got hooked on Mojitos when last in Hawaii in July. ( very refreshing too ) . their mint just seems a bit different. more spearminty or something.

I have made them since returning home & they were nothing like I had there. that's another wonderful thing about Hawaii.

Best Cocktails and where? - Honolulu Forum

Top 5 Cocktail Bars in Las Vegas

The amount of alcohol that flows through Las Vegas on any given day is almost unfathomable. Between drinks in the casino, bars, restaurants, and night clubs, Vegas probably does in one day what most cities do in an entire month. Much of this alcohol is delivered in the form of a top name brand vodka, over ice, with some soda water.

While vodka will probably be king for the foreseeable future in Las Vegas, a movement is afoot among a dedicated group of bartenders, mixologists and beverage program managers to bring quality cocktails to Las Vegas in a big way.

This movement is significant because it’s happening both on and off the strip. Downtown and in City Center, it’s poised to change the way that Las Vegas looks at drinks.

With that in mind we’ve picked our Top 5 Cocktails Bars in Las Vegas.

The Vesper Bar at The Cosmopolitan Hotel

#1 Vesper Bar at The Cosmopolitan Hotel

One of the most significant cocktail bars in Las Vegas is Vesper Bar at the new Cosmopolitan Hotel. Beverage Director Andrew Pollard has put the craft cocktail front and center with our pick for the top cocktail bar in Las Vegas.

Vesper Bar is an oasis at The Cosmopolitan Hotel, away from the buzz of the casino, with a fair sized lounge as well as a nice large square bar with plenty of seats. The bar is very well staffed with exceptional mixologists who have a deep passion for spirits and cocktails. The drink menu begins with the signature James Bond inspired drink “The Vesper”, and then journeys through a mix of classic cocktails and modern standards. It’s one of the few bars in Vegas where the bartenders offered to improvise or make things special for us from off the menu.

The Vesper Bar combines fantastic ambiance with precision crafted cocktails, and a superb bar staff who are both great mixologists as well as great bartenders. Add to all that the sheer volume that they do at this bar and you realize that The Vesper is more than a fantastic bar, it’s a shining example of the future of craft cocktails, done with high quality in high volume.

Savile Row at The Luxor

#2 Savile Row at The Luxor Hotel

Savile Row is a unique fusion of speak easy and night club. This fusion results in vodka sodas being poured next to Green Chartreuse based cocktails. Bar Manager Ray Srp is Las Vegas cocktail royalty: he took over for Tony Abou-Ganim (probably the world’s best-known bartender) at the Petrusian Lounge at the Bellagio. Ray was set with the task of trying to follow in the footsteps of a giant and he managed to make it happen.

Here at Savile Row, he’s put together a cocktail menu that ranges from the sweet and easy to the more complex, and he does it all with ease. Great bars aren’t great without great bartenders, and Ray embodies the craft of hospitality that equals his phenomenal mixology skills. While it’s a little difficult to get into Savile Row, it’s well worth the effort. The vibe inside is dark, sexy and hip, and, combined with some of the best cocktails in town, it’s easily one of our top picks for the best cocktail bars in Vegas.

Downtown Cocktail Room

#3 Downtown Cocktail Room

Downtown Cocktail Room is off the strip and a stones throw from the Fremont Street Experience, but once you walk through the doors, you enter another place and time. The Downtown Cocktail Room feels like a great secret with its intimate corners and small bar. There is no back bar “sea” of liquor bottles here, so as you sit down, your attention goes to the bartender rather than scanning the back bar for your favorite bottle of spirit.

While Downtown Cocktail Room has its roots in classic cocktails, it isn’t a classic cocktail bar. Mixologist Jeremy Merrit is an absolute savant when it comes to making cocktails and is constantly drawing inspiration from seasonal ingredients, new spirits, the bar’s vibe, and his customers. Downtown Cocktail Room has a unique rating scale for all their drinks to indicate how approachable they are. This is a great tool to help the casual drinker safely explore the world of cocktails while having an experience that matches their tastes.

Jeremy Merrit thrills in asking his customers to pick a few bottles from the lower back bar and then improvises a cocktail around them. While we were there we picked Averna Amaro, Woodford Reserve Bourbon and Los Nohales Mezcal. Jeremy added New Castle Ale, whipped cream and nutmeg, and turned it into an instant masterpiece. There’s a feeling in the Downtown Cocktail Room that something significant is happening behind the bar, and although it’s not on the strip, its influence will surely be felt there soon.

3 Bloody Marys At Bar Moderno at The Aria Hotel

#4 Bar Moderno at The Aria Hotel

Bar Moderno at The Aria Hotel is located across the City Center from The Cosmopolitan and it shares some of the same commitments to fresh ingredients and craft cocktails with Vesper. Beverage Manager Mark Thomas has a distinctly unique view of cocktails and has crafted a beverage program with roots in the culinary world.

Heavily influenced by food, some of the drinks at Bar Moderna feel like meals, including the trio of Bloody Marys which each pull from progressively hotter peppers and are garnished by a trio of peppers. Classic cocktails get a spin with drinks like the Prickly Pear Pisco Sour, Caramelized Pineapple Side Car, and the Cucumber Collins.

These culinary classic updates are just the start, with internationally inspired libations in the works including drinks influenced by the cuisine of southeast Asia and India.

On the surface Bar Moderno doesn’t seem like it would be one of the top 5 bars in Las Vegas, but even a casual exploration through their cocktails makes it amazingly clear why something very special is going on here.

Herbs and Rye

#5 Herbs and Rye

Herbs and Rye seems to revel in cultivating the mood of an old-time Las Vegas gangster bar. It’s the kind of bar you could imagine Bugsy Malone sitting at sipping at some whiskey. The deliciously dark and leathery bar has one of the deepest dedication to pure classic cocktails that we’ve seen. Bar Manager Neetaly Mendoza has put together a cocktail menu that is a journey through different ages of drinking (ie. Gothic Age of American Drinking, Golden Age, Old School Age, Prohibition and The Revival).

Although it’s not a speak easy, Herbs and Rye definitely captures the spirit of one and if you knock twice and speak softly you may or may not be able to sample some unique and hard-to-find spirits. There’s just something about how Herbs and Rye feels that sets it far apart from everything else, it’s easy to get lost inside this amazing bar, as time and space seem to slip away as you are enveloped by the soft leathery darkness of a fantastic cocktail bar.

Tony Abou-Ganim

A very special thanks to Tony Abou-Ganim (The Modern Mixologist) who was our virtual tour guide through the bars of Las Vegas. The fact that there is even a list of 5 great cocktail bars in Las Vegas is a direct result of the work Tony did at the Bellagio, which helped set all of this great cocktailing in motion!

Be sure to read more of our coverage of Bars in Las Vegas.

+Geoff Kleinman, is the founder, and managing editor of DrinkSpirits.com. He is a nationally recognized spirits columnist and staff reviewer for Whisky Advocate Magazine. Geoff’s work has appeared in dozens of major magazines including Playboy Magazine, Black Book, and Mixology Magazine. He is a current sitting judge for the Ultimate Spirits Challenge, the founder of the Society of Modern Journalists, holds BAR certification from the Beverage Alcohol Resource Group, is a Certified Cognac Educator, and a Kentucky Colonel

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Kick ass post – and a great pic of Tony! Can’t wait to hit all of these on my next Vegas visit!

Tony is amazing.

Vesper deserves number one. Go see roger, he’s a hella bartender!!

I have still yet to visit Vegas(what’s wrong with me), and this post makes me want to go even more!

And we didn’t even talk about some of the food! The Blue Ribbon Sushi bar at The Cosmopolitan was fantastic. And then of course there’s Joel Rubuchon at the MGM, talk about AMAZING.

One down off your list. Seriously, 20 minutes and counting for my drink at vesper. Actually timing it. Vegas will never be able to do cocktails in this environment. Screw your list. Don’t order cocktails here.

Sorry to hear you had a not so great experience at Vesper. The unfortunate truth is that even the best bars can have a bad night or two.

And cocktails finally arrive at vesper. Mediocre all the way around. 20 minute wait didn’t help. Drinks are warm and either over or under diluted. Monday night folks. What is a Friday night like?

Nice top 5 list. People do need to know that Vegas has superior drinks and not just the ones you get for playing $20 at a machine. I rate bars by how well they make my lemon drop martini. Not too many 10s but more here than in other cities.

“Although it’s not a speak easy, Herbs and Rye definitely…”

What? Sure it is. “A speakeasy, also called a blind pig or blind tiger, is an establishment that illegally sells alcoholic beverages.”

I have to disagree about Vesper Bar. We asked or some thing with vodka tha was not sweet. They used flavored vodka. Lots of the right stuff around like “handmade” syrups etc. but no one that knew how to use any of it. Las Vegas is not e craft cocktail sorta place. A lot of places act like it but no real winners.

When we named Vesper Bar #1, Andrew Pollard was the bar manager. He has since moved on to become the key mixologist for Wertz Beverage. We’ve revisited a couple times and have had mixed results. The top list will probably get a complete update next year.

Great article. I read it before our recent trip, and since we were staying at Aria we stopped at Bar Moderno right after checking in. It was mid-afternoon and the bar was empty except for two people at a table and one person at the bar. I should have known something was wrong when the table sent back their just made drinks. The bartender kept saying, “I make the best drinks in Vegas,” so I gave it a shot. Long story short, he doesn’t make good drinks. Tried my favorite, a rye manhattan, and it was bad. Despite having an empty bar, the bartender acted like the place was packed and he was rushed. It was a really bad experience. Ended up just ordering a draft beer and getting out of there. Vesper and Downtown Cocktail Room are great, but Moderno isn’t even close to their league. I probably caught an untrained bartender during a slow time, but at $19 for a manhattan you best get it right every time.

Sorry to hear of your poor experience at the Aria. The unfortunate thing about Vegas is that ALL hotel and casino bars are union workers and it’s common for someone to be posted at a bar who simply does not give a crap. Sounds like that’s what you got. Glad you loved the Vesper. It went through a rough patch when the main bar manager left, glad to hear it’s possibly back on the right track.

The Best Cocktail Bars in Buenos Aires

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You’ve probably heard the rumors – and they’re true. At long last, a craft-cocktail movement is on the rise in Buenos Aires, and it’s accessible to all. Speakeasy bars with secret passwords, bars hidden behind the back doors of boutiques, lounges set inside refurbished warehouses and even bars visible to the naked eye are springing up by the dozen. Run by passionate bartenders dedicated to the art of mixology, many of these spots take on an old-school New York style.

Historically, Argentines have been die-hard wine drinkers (which is easy to understand when you consider the standard of the nation’s wine). Beer has long been a favorite, as has the standard nightclub drink, fernet and Coke. However, there’s much more to enjoy. Porteños have always had a cultural connection with Italy, and their drinks do, too. Amari (bitters), Campari and sweet vermouth are omnipresent. Mixologists adopt native herbs as well as locally distilled liquor. Among the most common additions are yerba mate, pisco and cynar (a bittersweet artichoke liqueur). Moreover, you can enjoy the country’s world-famous Malbec in more ways than you could possibly imagine.

Whether you want to sip the innovative creations of Argentina’s most-revered mixologists, or you’d simply like to mingle with Buenos Aires’ cool crowd, we’ve selected a few bars to set you on your way.

The Best Cocktail Bars in Buenos Aires

Franks (Arévalo 1445, Palermo Hollywood). Mixing style and decadence, Franks has been a hot spot of B.A. speakeasies since opening in 2010. It’s not so much the drinks but the high-energy parties that give this bar its reputation. Get the password from the Facebook page, knock on the door and inform the bouncer of said password. He’ll give you a four-digit code that you’ll need to dial into a phone booth. The phone booth then opens to reveal a hallway that leads to a raucous two-story bar.

Rey de Copas (Gorriti 5176, Palermo Soho). The son of the late and legendary Uruguayan artist Carlos Páez Vilaró is the owner of this bar, and it shows. The blend of bohemian African and Latin American décor is instantly lovable. A glass ceiling affords glimpses of a starry sky and the tapas are the perfect accompaniment to the cocktails. Drinks are copyrighted by the passionate bartenders, who have a fondness for using Argentine wine in their concoctions. Try the Gauchito Gin, which has hints of yerba mate.

Verne Club (Medrano 1475, Palermo Viejo). Romantic lighting, Chesterfield sofas and the smooth sounds of jazz provide the perfect setting for this new member of B.A.’s cocktail scene. The drinks, which come at a great value, are impressive and named after the works of French poet Jules Verne. There’s a section of drinks that pays homage to the cities of Phileas Fogg’s round-the-world travels, plus an absinthe tasting menu. Worth sampling is the Jazmin Blanco from Bombay, a concoction of honey, lemon, cardamom, gin and jasmine tea. If you get peckish, tuck into the gourmet hotdogs, which come with toppings such as goat cheese and caramelized onions.

878 (Thames 878, Villa Crespo). This onetime speakeasy, set in a refurbished textile factory, presents a cozy environment with mood lighting and downtempo soul music. The cocktail menu is huge (at least 50 choices). House classics include the Sani y Mary, watermelon gin and bloody mary mix. There’s a superb selection of single malts, too. The weekday happy hour (7 p.m. to 9 p.m.) on vermouth-based drinks is worth stopping by for. Food takes on a contemporary twist on traditional porteño fare.

Florería Atlántico (Arroyo 872, Retiro). If you want something chic and disguised, head to this spot. First you need to find the flower-cum-wine shop, then look for an industrial freezer door, which opens to a staircase to this cocktail haven. It’s the brainchild of 878 owner and renowned Argentine mixologist Renato “Tato” Giovannoni. The drink menu is inspired by Argentine immigration, and there’s a page dedicated to the big players, such as Italy, Spain and France. Be sure to sample the refreshing house-distilled gin, which contains yerba mate, eucalyptus and mint. Food-wise, you can choose from tapas, grilled meats, octopus and a host of innovative dishes.

The Harrison Speakeasy (Palermo Soho). Past an irrelevant door at the rear of Nicky New York Sushi is one of the most revered speakeasies in B.A. It’s the creation of the owners of Franks and emulates a 1920s-style Prohibition-era bar. The bartenders turn out in dapper attire, always happy to talk you through what you’re about to drink. The Union Pacific (vodka, bitters, Earl Grey tea, ginger syrup and lemon peel) is a tantalizing combination. You might need to use your best networking skills to get the password.

Leitmotiv (Cabrera 5696, Palermo Hollywood). This is a top spot to mix with the in-crowd without the worry of passwords and secret doors. A good-looking staff mixes fancy, exquisitely presented drinks for even better-looking clientele. On hot summer nights, partiers spill out onto the rooftop terrace and mingle while live DJs provide the beats. Inside, artwork adorns the bar’s walls, some of it the work of the bartenders themselves.

Doppelgänger Bar (Juan de Garay 500, San Telmo). San Telmo’s best cocktail joint is for serious booze connoisseurs. There’s no beer, no wine and no soft drinks, just spirits and plenty of them. The menu honors classic gin, vermouth and vodka drinks then gives them a twist by adding native flavors. The martinis are strong enough to peel paint from a wall while the Silver Streak (gin, Jäger and lemon twist) will make you think twice about ever again drinking Jägermeister as a shot. Drop in early during the week for happy hour.

Victoria Brown (Costa Rica 4827, Palermo Soho). By day this is a cafe and bakery, but come 8 p.m. the rear door opens to reveal a mural of HRH Queen Victoria and a bar that can be described as a fusion of industrial revolution and contemporary chic. Although disguised, Victoria Brown welcomes all, no password required (look for the door that resembles an abandoned storefront).

BASA Basement Bar (Basavilbaso 1328, Retiro). The big windows of this Retiro bar give away the idea here: to see and be seen. Swagger down the steps and take a seat at the bar, which offers both classic and uncommon drinks. Happy hour begins at 7 p.m. every day and features discounts on classics such as Moscow Mules, Negronis and selected spirits. Music lovers should drop in on Wednesday, when a DJ spins vinyl B-sides. Weekends get smooth after 10 p.m., with DJs spinning funk, soul and R&B. Lamb burgers, falafel and ribs are but a few of the dishes available to help you soak up the drinks. There’re also more than 180 wines to choose from.

Gran Bar Danzón (Libertad 1161, Recoleta). This lounge bar looks, and feels, like it’s been plucked straight out of Ibiza or Miami. Upon climbing a flight of stairs, you’ll be greeted by house music beats, disco balls and a cool clientele posing on couches or sitting at the bar on high stools. For drinks, think caipirinhas, mojitos, daiquiris, martinis and Champagne-based cocktails. Check out the limitless collection of flavored vodka.

Pony Line (Posadas 1086, Retiro). The cocktail bar inside the Four Seasons Hotel is a slick affair, decked out in light wood and leather furniture to represent Argentina’s polo heritage. Staff are sophisticated and professional, but the bar leaves something to be desired where ambience is concerned. Nevertheless, the cocktail menu is extensive and elaborate. One such offering blends rum, Chardonnay, apricot brandy and jasmine tea.

Where can you enjoy the best cocktails in Amsterdam? We did the tough job of sampling cocktails around town so we could tell you all about them. You can thank us later!

20+ BEST COCKTAILS IN AMSTERDAM

Sure you can grab a Baco Light or jenever shot at most bars in Amsterdam. But there are a few spots around town dedicated to sophisticated and swanky cocktails.

Here are some of our favorite spots to sip a cocktail in Amsterdam.

HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT

If you enjoy a carefully handcrafted cocktail in an elegant yet cozy environment, we have a tip for you. Run, don’t walk to Hiding in Plain Sight!

This amazing cocktail bar has been named the best bar in Amsterdam at least once. And deservedly so! It has beautiful decor but even more importantly it has delicious cocktails and friendly, attentive staff.

Be sure to make a reservation, especially for weekend evenings. Sit at the bar, at one of the tall tables near the bar or best of all, relax upstairs in the charming lounge area.

Rapenburg 18, Amsterdam

A secret spot hidden behind a non-descript entry, Door 74 is the perfect place for a clandestine rendezvous. In order to discover the street address and gain entry, patrons must call a secret phone number. Reservations are required but can only be secured by calling that same day. Though the secret speakeasy thing might seem a little silly, we love Door 74 and wouldn’t change a thing.

In the pleasantly dark ambiance it is easy to lose track of time and spend many hours in this relaxing space. Upon entry the bartender takes your coat and leads you to your table. Water and snacks appear along with the drink menu. Order something from the list of creative cocktails or just tell the bartender what flavors you enjoy and they will whip up a custom concoction.

The drinks are very tasty and creative but what we like best about Door 74 is the service. Everyone is very friendly, and they make sure your water glass and snack bowls are always full. I daresay we felt quite at home! Check it out, if you are lucky enough to find out that secret phone number!

TALES & SPIRITS

Hidden away on a quiet little alley off the Singel canal, Tales & Spirits tempts the cocktail lover to stop and stay awhile in their elegant bar.

The interior features dark wood and glass chandeliers, and is the perfect setting to relax with an expertly crafted cocktail in hand and swap stories with your companions. Unlike most cocktail bars in Amsterdam, T&S also serves food! Our friends always order the fried chicken.

Cocktails here are dangerously delicious, we love the Fallen Lady, a raspberry chocolate concoction that goes down super smooth. But beware, the headache the next day after drinking four of them is not so smooth!

Lijnbaanssteeg 5-7, Amsterdam

BAR OLDENHOF

If you want to go have some cocktails with your manly man friends, we’d heartily recommend Bar Oldenhof. The clubby interior is cozy chic with leather chairs and dim lighting with a mysterious neon green glow. Oldenhof offers expertly crafted cocktails as well as microbrews, whisky and other spirits. But it’s not just for the guys, ladies love Oldenhof too. We are also big fans of the sunny yellow exterior.

Open until 3am on the weekends, Bar Oldenhof could be your first or last stop of the night. We’d recommend starting out here on the earlier side as the cocktails are delicious and mighty strong and you want to be able to appreciate the quality.

We like that Bar Oldenhof gives you nutty nibbles to enjoy with your drinks. A welcome touch to hopefully avoid that hangover the next day.

Elandsgracht 84, Amsterdam

VESPER BAR

An excellent choice for a celebratory night out, Vesper is located on a charming corner in the Jordaan neighborhood. Their seasonal cocktail list changes regularly but the drinks are consistently delicious.

Our favorite Vesper libation is the popular “Porn Star Martini”, a frothy passionfuit concoction with a champagne chaser. You can never go wrong with passionfruit or champagne in our opinion, even if it is embarrassing to order this hilariously titled drink.

We’d recommend Vesper as the perfect spot for a pre- or post- dinner drink. The compact space can get busy on weekend nights, so it might be best to visit with a smaller group.

Vinkenstraat 57, Amsterdam

Located behind an unmarked door on the Geldersekade, Porem is dark and cozy and serves classic cocktails. The focus is on the cool ambiance and delicious drinks. Are you hungry? Order some dim sum or sushi to go along with your cocktails.

Geldersekade 17, Amsterdam

• More Favorite Amsterdam Cocktail Bars •

Here are a few more of our favorites, some new and some old. Many are restaurants serving food as well as cocktails, and some are normal bars that also have terrific mixed drinks. Check them out!

Lotti’s is the restaurant and bar at The Hoxton hotel. Their signature cocktails are fabulous and they can also make classics and creative cocktails just for you. Ask Max for the Lotti’s 255.

Herengracht 255, Amsterdam

Tastefully decorated with cozy seating areas, the Pulitzer Hotel bar makes a mean cocktail. Especially awesome on a rainy or cold day, hold a cocktail in hand while you sit on a velvet chair and gaze out the window on the canals.

Not just a super cool barber shop, Cut Throat now has a cocktail bar and restaurant in a side area of the Beurs van Berlage. What a setting! Sip your cocktail while watching sexy bearded and tattooed men trimming the beards of other bearded and tattooed men. Or if that is not your cup of pimm’s, get a haircut yourself (men only). Cut Throat has an array of creative cocktails and don’t miss the food! Tasty tacos, hot wings and chicken and waffles are on the menu. Brunch too!

Beurs 5, Amsterdam

JD William’s is a terrific whisky bar in the heart of the city in the 9 straatjes. With lots of nice whiskys and whisky cocktails plus beer on the menu, there is a lot to like. They serve fusion food too so you can put something in your tummy to soak up the whisky.

Prinsenstraat 5, Amsterdam

A restaurant and cocktail lounge on the Reguliersdwarsstraat, Lion Noir is owned by the same group that operates popular spots BoCinq and Jimmy Woo. The ambiance in the lounge is definitely different than most Amsterdam hotspots, with what they call a “unique, warm and home-like atmosphere”. You’ll see hanging plants, intriguing paintings, and taxidermy animals around the room which is dimly lit to promote an intimate environment. It all combines to create an elegant creepy-curio-chic vibe.

The cocktail list has all kinds of yummy concoctions including popular drink favorites like the bellini, margarita and mojito. We tried the Dutch Garden which combines cucumber and elderflower with genever for a refreshing treat. The food menu also looks delicious and there is a lovely dining room upstairs for dinner before or after your drinks.

Reguliersdwarsstraat 28, Amsterdam

Cocktails with a view! The W is known for their chic interiors and stylish guests. It goes without saying you’ll find that at the upstairs bar in Amsterdam as well. The balconies have views on Dam Square and what’s more there is even a swimming pool!

Pop downstairs to the Duchess for sophisticated cocktails in a beautiful setting.

Sleek modern Feijoa was the place to see and be seen for a while. The cocktails are tasty and the decor is cool and modern. We’d recommend Feijoa if you are with a mixed group of cocktail sippers and regular beer drinkers as it is a bit less of a dedicated cocktail spot.

In case you were wondering how to pronounce Feijoa, we don’t have a clue! Supposedly it is a New Zealand fruit… Try saying “fey-joe-ah”? It seems to work for us.

Vijzelstraat 39, Amsterdam

Modern meets rustic at this lounge on the Prinsengracht that is popular with groups. They recently redesigned the interior and changed up the menu so go check it out!

Prinsengracht 494, Amsterdam

Located in the Sir Albert Hotel, Izakaya is a modern Japanese restaurant with style. Sit inside or out on their big terrace. The cocktails are smooth and lovely and pair perfectly with fusion bites like spicy peruvian tuna and green tea smoked lamb skewers. Don’t miss the special Sunday brunches here, they are a real party!

Albert Cuypstraat 2-6, Amsterdam

Thursday through Saturday are the nights for Henry’s Bar in Oost. The sister to Bar Bukowski, Henry’s has a fun cocktail menu with inspiring quotes from Mr. Henry Charles Bukowski like “I don’t like jail, they’ve got the wrong kind of bars in there.” The menu even includes cocktails to be shared with groups of 2 to 4 people. Try the food, too!

Oosterpark 10, Amsterdam

A modern trendy restaurant, bar and lounge in the swanky art’otel, 5&33 has a nice selection of cocktails to enjoy before or after your meal. Or just stop in for a drink! The list includes around 30 creative and classic cocktails in addition to the standard libations. Check their website for special events. They also serve a special Bloody Mary brunch.

Martelaarsgracht 5, Amsterdam

Hidden in the back of The Butcher burger joint in de Pijp is a secret cocktail bar! Reserve a table and they’ll tell you the latest password. Reportedly it is always some kind of meat, but your guess is as good as ours. Food is also available, and what goes better with a classic cocktail than a juicy burger and fries? Don’t miss the new Butcher Social Club at the A’dam Tower in Noord as well.

Albert Cuypstraat 129, Amsterdam

Are you a fan of mezcal? Then make your way to Salmuera for dinner and be sure to try a cocktail or two. This hotspot specializes in Latin American cuisine and their cocktails take advantage of the liquors of the region. We love the smoky flavors combined with sweet and tangy fruits in their special margarita. Try it!

Rozengracht 106, Amsterdam

Head downstairs to the chic bar at Mystique and order up one of the cocktails from their menu. Or just ask the friendly bartenders to make something special for you, they will kindly oblige with a delicious concoction. While we enjoyed the cocktails from the menu, we were extra impressed with the a sweet and tart lemon meringue cocktail creation. Yum!

Wednesday is rib night so don’t miss the opportunity for a midweek celebration!

Utrechtsestraat 30, Amsterdam

The decor is gorgeous and the cocktails creative at this bar located in the Klimpton Amsterdam. Pop next door at Wyers for a delicious dinner as well .

A relaxed restaurant with friendly service, Razmataz has a great G&T menu but also other cocktails as well. The end of the week gets a bit more fun with their Pitcher Fridays when yummy Vermouth cocktail pitchers are a bargain!

Hugo de Grootplein 7, Amsterdam

Yummy Asian food and delicious cocktails are the thing at this unpretentious restaurant on the other side of Hotel Not Hotel in Amsterdam West.

Hotel Not Hotel

This restaurant has not one but two cocktail bars! Take a seat at the bar inside the restaurant while you wait for your dinner table and then head to the cozy small cocktail bar afterward for a nightcap.

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5 Best Cocktail Bars in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

So much has changed in the Lehigh Valley restaurant and bar landscape in the past decade. What is most noticeable is the frequent additions of food and drink establishments serving up high-end cocktails and libations. The city of Bethlehem has seen many of these ventures opening up throughout both the North and South sides with fervor. What is most exciting about this boom is the abundance of opportunities for thoughtful, hand-crafted cocktails, made with locally distilled spirits and house-made mixers.

Here are just a few hot spots in the Bethlehem area mixing up creative cocktails with your tastes in mind:

Social Still

Our first stop on this cocktail quest is to the Social Still, a micro-distillery and kitchen that popped up on the South side at the end of 2014 to feed the need for craft cocktails. Although they have quite a varied menu of drinks made with their own spirits like The SouthSide (gin, lemon juice, mint and simple syrup) or Oh My Darjeeling (gin, pink black Owl’s Brew tea, Hibiscus syrup, lemon, lime and orange juice), one can also go “off-menu” and request something tailor-made. Take your pick of their own distilled spirits and let the barkeep know your preferences (savory, herbal, refreshing, fruit-forward), and you’ll have a custom cocktail in minutes. The Social Still even has bottles of their gin and vodka to take home to create your own bespoke cocktails. 530 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, (610) 625-4585

The Bookstore Speakeasy

The Bookstore was one of Bethlehem’s first to think outside the traditional cocktail box of vodka and sodas and rum and cokes. Set in an alley off of 3rd Street, entering the dark door into Bethlehem’s only speakeasy immediately transforms the world into another place and time. The bar and dining area are bathed in candlelight, setting the tone for many a romantic night out. The cocktail and dinner menus can be found tucked away in an old, leather-bound book, to keep in the theme of hidden gems. The drink program includes old-school, traditional libations such as the Rob Roy, Sidecar and Old Fashioned, though the menu is also overflowing with uniquely named drinks such as The Clean Slate (rye whiskey, Benedictine, Dry Sack Sherry, angostura bitters and nutmeg) and the True Death (white absinthe, absinthe verte, cherry and plum bitters, champagne and orange twist). The staff at The Bookstore also takes pride in creating custom cocktails for customers; one just needs to peruse the rows of spirits behind the bar to spark an idea for a tasty drink. 336 Adams St., Bethlehem, (610) 867-1100

Corked is one of the newer haunts on Main Street, mainly known for an extensive wine list and large wine-by-the-glass offerings, though the bartenders are also savvy at creating unique and tasty cocktails when asked. Their drink menu, although limited, offers a variety of spirits-based cocktails, but what is unique to Corked is their wine-based concoctions, such as the French 75 (Bluecoat Gin, St. Germain, lemon and sparkling wine), Victorian Mistress (Ketel One, pomegranate and sparkling wine) and Cherry Pomegranate Sangria (Stemmari Pinot Noir, pomegranate, cherry puree and peach brandy). Although the cocktail menu is on the small side, the variety of liquors and spirits to design your own cocktail allow for almost any drink combination. Grab a seat at the illuminated bar and order up a bespoke drink; the bar staff is happy to accommodate. 515 Main St, Bethlehem, (610) 625-9463

The Mint Gastropub is a destination for beer lovers in the Valley, with more than 100 beers available, but their cocktail program is just as thorough and adventurous. With drinks like the Veruca Salt (Hangar 1, rhubarb, honey soda and Crème de Framboise) and the Barbosa (Applejack Brandy, Kraken Rum and iced tea), one has the opportunity to enjoy a composed and balanced cocktail to pair with The Mint’s inventive and tasty food menu. Patrons can choose from the bar’s long list of beverage choices or can ask for a twist on an existing cocktail using the large variety of spirits available behind the bar. 1223 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, (610) 419-3810

The Broadway Social

The Broadway Social is a South-side gem billing itself as a gastropub, though the cocktails and spirits selections far outweigh the beer selection, and we are fine with that. The giant lacquered-wood bar seems to stretch forever with the cushy, leather-topped stools begging to be filled with thirsty patrons. The menu offers multiple categories of cocktails including shooters, Manhattans, twists on classics and wine-based cocktails. Highly recommended are the twists on classics, though if none suit your tastes, the bar staff are always happy to create a custom drink with fresh juices, bitters and high-end spirits. 217 Broadway, Bethlehem, (610) 868-2555

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Cognac Cocktails and Drinks at the bar – the 30 best

No-one can deny that the way we enjoy Cognac has changed almost beyond all recognition over the past couple of decades. The use of Cognac in mixed drinks and cocktails is now commonplace in virtually every country around the world.

You only need look at the fact that many Cognac brands now produce lines that’re intended to specifically be used in cocktails to realize how much our beloved drink has embraced the 21st century.

It was probably in the USA that Cognac cocktails first became truly popular, and the trend was soon followed by nations the world over. For example, look at the ‘beautiful people’ of China sipping their Cognac cocktails in the hottest night clubs and bars and you can appreciate how true this is.

So, to celebrate this, we decided to create the Cognac Expert ‘Top 30’ best Cognac Cocktails and mixed drinks list. And if that’s not enough for you, then make sure you check out our Cognac Drinks & Cocktails section.

Oh, and as an aside, we thought we’d mention that whilst we’re not huge fans of sweet cocktails, we do enjoy a Cognac tonic on occasion. And, in our humble opinion, swopping from that ‘yellow tonic’ that’s used by most people, to Fever Tree Tonic only increases the enjoyment of the drink…

Since 1996, the governing body of Cognac – the BNIC – has been promoting the use of Cognac as a component of cocktails and mixed drinks. And not only the BNIC, but the Cognac houses themselves. For example, Bisquit Cognac in South Africa promote a cocktail know as the Summit. So let’s look at that one a little more closely.

The Summit Cocktail was created in 2008 specifically for the occasion known as the International Cognac Summit, an event by the BNIC . Mixologists and other Cognac experts joined forces with the aim of creating the ultimate Cognac cocktail. The cocktail had to be simple to produce, with easily accessible ingredients. It also had to look fabulous – and, naturally, taste amazing. It took a few days, but eventually the Summit was born.

Here’s how to make it.

4 slices of ginger

1 lime slice

4 cl VSOP Cognac

6 cl lemonade

a fine peel of cucumber

But knowing the ingredients is only half the story. How you mix them together is key to creating the perfect cocktail. So here’s how you do it:

Place the lime and ginger into a glass, and add 2 cl of Cognac. Then add ice and stir. Add the rest of the Cognac and lemonade – then, finally add the cucumber peel. Voila – you’ve just created your very own Summit cocktail.

(for the Summit mixers’ names, please see the note at the bottom of this article)

Essential kit for mixing cocktails

As with any job, if you want to mix good cocktails then you need to have the right kit.

– A lemon press is essential

– A cocktail shaker

– Serving glasses; And much as drinking Cognac in its unadulterated form is best done from a tulip glass or balloon snifter, then so is drinking a Cognac cocktail from the correct glass also vitally imp0rtant. You’ll need a range of glasses dependant on the cocktails you make. Sometimes you’ll need a highball, or a tumbler, long drink glass, or even a champagne glass.

– And the most important part is the Cognac itself. Because you do NOT want to use excellent or expensive Cognac in cocktails. Why? Well, even the greatest of connoisseurs claim that when they drink Cognac in a cocktail, it’s impossible to tell whether it’s a VS or an XO – there are simply too many other tastes and aromas that influence the taste.

So there’s simply no point in using an expensive XO, when a reasonable VS or VSOP will do the job just as well.

So, that’s the Summit – let’s take a look at the other 29 cocktails in the list:

• 3 cl Cognac
• 2 cl orange juice
• 1 cl raspberry juice
• Slice of orange
• Ice cubes

Place the Cognac, orange juice, and rasperry juice in the shaker, together with the ice cubes, and shake! Pour into a pre-cooled glass, add the orange slice on top… And you’re ready to serve.

• 4 cl Cognac
• 3 cl Crème de Cacao
• 3 cl cream
• Cacao powder or muscat
• Ice cubes

Fill the shaker with ice, Cognac, crème, and cream. Mix well, pour into a tumbler glass and finish with some cacao or muscat powder.

• 2 cl Cognac
• 2 cl Crème de Banane
• A little crème fraîche
• Syrup
• Ice cubes

Putt the ice cubes into the shaker, then the other ingredients. Shake, and pour through a filter into the glass. Voila!

Banana Bliss

• 2 cl Cognac
• 2 cl Crème de Banane
• Ice cubes

Put two ice cubes and the other ingredients into a mixing glass. Stir well, then and into a tumbler glass to serve.

Between the sheets (A classic)

• 3 cl Cognac
• 3 cl white Rum
• 3 cl Cointreau
• 3 cl lemon juice
• 1 slice of lemon
• Crushed ice

Shake ingredients together with the crushed ice, pour into glass, and decorate with the lemon slice.

Beverly Hills

• 2cl Cognac
• 4 cl Triple sec
• 1 cl Kalhua (Coffee liqueur)
• Ice cubes

Place all ingredients in shaker, mix well – pour into a cocktail glass.

• 4 cl Cognac
• 2 cl Vodka
• 2 cl Cointreau
• Ice cubes

Mix all ingredients together and serve on ice.

• 2 cl Cognac
• 2 cl Vodka
• 2 cl Cherry brandy
• 2 cl Picon (French aperitif)
• Ice cubes

Mix all ingredients and serve in a cocktail glass.

Brandy Daisy

• 2 cl Cognac
• Juice of 1/2 a lemon
• Splash of Grenadine
• Sparkling water
• Ice cubes

Put ice cubes, Cognac, and lemon juice into the shaker. Add a tiny bit of Grenadine and shake well. Pour into a cocktail glass and add the sparkling water.

Baltimore Egg Nogg

• 3 cl Cognac
• 4,5 cl Madeira
• 1,5 cl Jamaica Rum
• 2 teaspoons sugar syrup
• 1 egg
• 6 cl crème
• 120 ml of milk
• Muscat
• Ice cubes

Put all ingredients except the milk and Muscat into shaker. Add the ice. Mix well and pour into a collins glass. Add milk and at the last moment, a touch of Muscat powder.

Café Brûlot (serves 8)

• 0,25 liter of Cognac
• The peel of one orange
• The peel of one lemon
• 8 cloves
• 1 vanilla bean
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 2 cubes of sugar
• 1/2 liter hot coffee

Mix all ingredients except the sugar and coffee in a heat resistant bowl and place over a low heat. Add a lump of sugar, let it melt and stir well. Add coffee.

Take the second sugar lump and soak in the Cognac. Place on a spoon and heat over a flame. Once it’s burning, dip it into the bowl – the surface of the liquid should start to flame. Allow these to die down, then serve in heat resistant cups.

Champagne Cocktail

• 1 cube of sugar
• Few drops of Angostura
• 2 cl Cognac
• 8 cl Champagne
• 1 slice of orange

Dip the sugar lump into the Angostura and place into champagne glass. Add Cognac, then add Champagne. Decorate with the slice of orange – and serve.

Champagne Pick-me-up

• 2 cl Cognac
• 2 cl Orange juice
• A splash of Grenadine
• Ice cubes
• Chilled Champagne

Place all the ingredients except the Champagne into shaker, and shake… Pour into Champagne glass, add the Champagne. You’re ready to serve.

Cognac Horse’s Neck

• A little lemon peel
• 2 cl Cognac
• Ginger Ale
• Ice cubes

Add the ice cubes, Cognac and lemon peel into the glass. Then pour over the ginger ale and serve.

Corpse Reviver

As the name suggests, this is a great cure if you’ve over indulged the previous evening! At least, that’s what we’ve heard…

• 3 cl Cognac
• 3 cl Fernet Branca
• 2 cl Crème de menthe blanche
• Ice cubes

Mix all the ingredients together – and serve in a cocktail glass.

Devil’s milk

• 0.5 cl raspberry syrup
• 2 cl Cognac
• Fresh milk
• Fresh raspberries
• Ice cubes

Mix the ice cubes with syrup and Cognac. Add milk and stir well. Decorate with a raspberry or two.

French Sherbet

• 1 cl Cognac
• 1 cl cherry brandy
• Sugar syrup
• A little Angostura
• Champagne
• Cherry ice crème

Mix all the ingredients but the Champagne and ice, pour into a collins glass and stir. Now add the Champagne and finally a good spoon of cherry crème ice. Wow…

French Green Dragon

• 4,5 cl Cognac
• 4,5 cl green Chartreuse
• Ice cubes

Shake all the ingredients together and serve in a cocktail glass.

Japanese Cocktail

• 6 cl Cognac
• A touch of almond oil
• A little Angostura
• Lemon peel
• Crushed ice

Place all ingredients into shaker and mix well. Pour in cocktail glass and decorate with lemon peel.

Mint-Julep Au Cognac

Coming from the US Southern states, this cocktail normally gets served with Bourbon. But for a great twist, try it with Cognac instead.

Remove the mint leaves from the branches and mix them with the sugar, cognac, and water in a bar glass. Stir until the sugar melts. Add the crushed ice and stir. Clean the mint branches, dampen, and roll in the powdered sugar. Use these as decoration.

You may want to add a splash of Angostura or Rum for a cheeky power blast!

• 2 cl Cognac
• 2 cl fresh orange juice
• 2 cl Curacao

Simple to make. Combine all the ingredients in a shaker, shake well, pour, and serve.

Pousse Café

• Grenadine
• Yellow Chartreuse
• Crème de Cassis
• White Crème de Cacao
• Green Chartreuse
• Cognac

With either recipe, simply place all in a cocktail shaker. Mix well, and pour into a glass to serve.

Prince Charles

• 6 cl Cognac
• 4 cl Drambhuie
• 4 cl lemon juice
• Ice cubes

Combine all ingredients in a shaker, then pour into cocktail glass. Enjoy…

Rolls Royce

• 3 cl Cognac
• 3 cl Cointreau
• 6 cl Orange juice
• 1 egg white
• Ice cubes

Mix all ingredients well, then pour into a glass of your choice.

The classic cocktail from Harry’s Bar in Paris.

Place all the ingredients except the lemon peel into a cocktail shaker, and shake! Pour into a glass and decorate with the lemon peel.

• 2 cl Cognac
• 1 cl lime juice
• A little sugar syrup
• 1 cherry

The cherry’s for decoration, so leave this to the end. Mix the rest of the ingredients well in a cocktail shaker. Pour into a glass, and pop the cherry on the top.

Vodka based cocktail – with Cognac for a twist

• 3 cl vodka
• 1 cl cognac
• 1 glass tomato juice
• Freshly ground pepper
• Celery
• Pinch of salt

Place the vodka, Cognac, and tomato juice in a cocktail shaker – and shake. Pour into a glass (over ice, if yo like). Add a pinch of salt and pepper, and decorate with the celery stick.

Cognac-Fizz

Egg based cocktail (in shaker with crushed ice) :

• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 1/2 of an egg yolk
• 1 teaspoonful sugar
• 5 cl of cognac
• Crushed ice

Dampen the edge of a cocktail glass and edge with sugar. Place the rest of the ingredients in a shaker and mix well. Pour into the glass, and ecorate with a slcie of lemon.I

And here is the list of the Summit mixers, from all over the world:

France: Ugo Frabetti (Fouquet’s, Paris), Loïc Geslin (Régina, Paris), Hedi Mesme (Byblos, Saint-Tropez), Stephen Martin (Hilton, Arc de Triomphe, Paris), Aurélie Panhelleux (Hilton Arc de Triomphe, Paris)

USA: Jacques Bezuidenhout (San Fransisco), Dale DeGroff (Cofounder of Museum of the American Cocktail), Audrey Sanders (owner of Pegu Club, New York), David Wondrich (author) and Paul Pacult (journalist).

Germany: Uwe Christiansen (owner of 2 bars in Hamburg), Goncalo de Sousa Monteiro (Lion Bar, Hamburg), Stefan Gabanyi (Schumann’s Bar, Munich) and Markus Heinze (Sonderbar, Dreseden).

England: Salim Khury (Savoy Hotel, London), Paul Martin (Author), Charles Vexenat (Lonsdale, London) and SOmon Difford (author of the Difford Guide)

and last but not least, Stanislas Vadrna from the Redmonkeygroup, Bratislava

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Comments (8)

Hi! Finally tried to mix that SUMMIT drink and I must say: it’s really good. Even my old dad had a try of it and liked it as well.

Just didn’t use the right ginger I guess.. too old or so. Great! will try more of those, I am not a pro, but go a cocktail set recently. hell, it’s fun.

My favorite Cognac cocktail is called Head Crack. This is the recipe…

3 oz Hennessy Cognac

Mix Hennessy and Kahlua over ice in a Hurricane glass, fill with milk. Stir and serve.

tastey looking new drinks i need to try!!lol

receipt #2 is slightly arrogant or the author is just showing off. Madam, Hennessy is a self-sufficient Cognac.It s not rational dissolve it with milk and ruin with ice.

I must be late with comments,the Lady probably has already tried to mix Moet with apricot juice or drink Grand Marnier with whipped cream

Whoa there #4, there’s enough Hennessy on planet earth to spare. Also, champagne and basically any fruit juice, syrup, or cognac is pretty classic. Grand Marnier’s for hot chocolate, man. I scandalize you thusly: sidecar from VSOP, Cointreau, and a really ripe lemon with thick skin and almost sweet pulp.

If you think Hennessey is good cognac and Moet is good Champagne, you are mistaken. Most of the serious growers in either region wouldn’t wash their cars with that muck.

Hello. Past Five years I have been using Cocktail” Remy Terrain” I named and the recipe is as given:-

3oz Cognac Remy Martin or any Cognac VSOP

1 oz of Kiwi juice with lemon

A bit of Angostura

4 pcs of ice cube

All this ingredients pour it on cocktail shaker and shake well and pour it on a ice cooled long glass.. Try this and enjoy your drink.. and dont say good night Hook up a slim beauty or if you are woman go for a monkey man preferably with atleast 4 pack ..

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Downtown L.A. is definitely on the come up as a place to live and work. And it's without a doubt one of the best spots in town to throw back a few cocktails.

We should know -- after serious deliberation, numerous parking battles, and more booze than is healthy, we have determined the ten best watering holes in downtown.

With so many "speakeasies" these days, one often longs for a good ol' fashioned dive, along with its cheap drinks and unpretentious environment. What makes La Cita unique is its personality: Every night of the week the bar has a different theme, from mustache Mondays to thirsty Thursdays to the "angry hour on Fridays." Oh, and don't forget reggae love night on Sundays. 336 S Hill St.; 213- 687-7111

The large windows and spacious layout make Pattern Bar the perfect spot for a daytime cocktail. Located in the fashion district, all the well drinks on the menu are named after fashion designers, including Coco Chanel, Alexander McQueen and Valentino. The drinks are more than just clever names, however, they're crisp and strong, making this spot genuinely "buzzworthy."100 W 9th St.; 213-627-7774

Where do pirates go when they want to get a drink? They go to the Redwood Bar & Grill, of course. (Also, fans of The Goonies.) Decked out in over-the-top pirate décor, this funky dive bar is L.A's ultimate pirate pub -- call it nautical swag. Great bands perform here too, and the food is not bad! 316 W 2nd St.; 213-680-2600

Located directly above Mas Malo Mexican restaurant, Seven Grand looks as if Davy Crocket, the king of the wild frontier, was in charge of the interior decorating. Indeed, Seven Grand takes its deer heads and antlers, as well as its Markers Mark, very seriously. Known for attracting a sizable crowd even during the week, this spot is ideal for the trendy social butterfly. With live music Sunday-Wednesday night, cigars for sale, pool tables and strong Whiskey cocktails, it's worth discovering this frontier your own self. 515 W 7th St.; 2nd Fl; 213-614-0737

The fast pace of L.A makes it easy to overlook the city's beauty; thankfully, the view from Perch's rooftop lounge will bring it all into perspective. Catch the sunset here -- bring a date! Throw in the tasty drinks and there will be no stopping you. 448 S. Hill St.; (213) 802-1770

True to the speakeasy style, the only way to enter '20s themed bar The Varnish is through a generic, unlabeled door located in the back of Cole's (see below). The dimly lit, intimate space feels like the real deal. It's also world-renowned for talented mixologists who concoct drinks using, yes, chemistry beakers. For all of these reasons and more, The Varnish is a must-visit. 118 E 6th St.; 213-622-9999

The unpretentious vibe at Villain's Tavern is pretty kick ass. Located off the beaten path in the Arts District, Villain's feels like an apothecary's hideout in the middle of nowhere. The massive arch of potion bottles is a trip, and the drinks are worthy of applause. Whether it's a simple whiskey soda or their grapefruit and jalapeño infused Greyhound, the bartenders know how to craft an elixir. 1356 Palmetto St.; (213) 613-0766

And speaking of Cole's: Known for stellar Old Fashions and French Dip sandwiches, this restaurant/bar is a popular spot among locals. And unlike the majority of trendy bars that aim to look vintage, Cole's is authentic. The public house has operated since 1908, making it one of the oldest bars in all of L.A. Offering drink specials like an all day happy hour every Tuesday, bottomless mimosas and Bloody Mary brunch on Sundays, it easily hits the mark. 118 E 6th St.; 213-622-4090

Spring Street is on its A game when it comes to service, beer, food and their happy hours. Located in the Arts District historic core, the small industrial style bar has a New York City feel. It won't, however, won't burn a hole in your wallet, and the happy hour is particularly affordable. With a rotating menu of beers (as well as 26 on tap) combined with a variety of delicious sandwiches, it's no wonder Spring Street is usually poppin'. 626-B S Spring St.; 213- 622-5859

Located in Little Tokyo, Far Bar's dynamic setting and talented bartenders make it the best of the bunch. The main bar offers 400 different types of whiskeys -- some of which aren't otherwise available in the U.S. In the back of the bar is a smaller room with TV screens and 37 beers on tap. On top of the extensive booze list are their delicious wasabi fries. But perhaps what most sets Far Bar apart? The service. Hospitable doesn't even begin to describe it. 347 E 1st St.; 213-617-9990

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50 ml (1 1/2 oz) Dry Gin

15 ml (1/2 oz) Maple Syrup

15 ml (1/2 oz) fresh Lemon Juice

2 dashes The Bitter Truth Grapefruit Bitters

Shake on ice & strain into cocktail glass. Top with approx. 30 ml champagne.

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40 ml (1 1/4 oz) Dry Gin

40 ml (1 1/4 oz) Lillet Blanc

1 dash The Bitter Truth Grapefruit Bitters

Stir with ice & strain into a cocktail glass rinsed with Apricot Liqueur.

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