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“It’s like the high priest of libations. They put in so much thought, craft and art.”

- Ron Cooper (founder of Del Maguey Mezcal)


Also recommended by mixologist Jim Meehan (PDT in New York, NY)


Waterfront | Lounge

348 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02228

T: 617.695.1806

www.drinkfortpoint.com

 

Northeast | Boston, MA

Eastern Standard Kitchen & Drinks


“Our go-to bar: amazing staff, great drinks and fantastic hospitality.”

- Avery and Janet Glasser (Bittermens Bitters)


“It’s a neat place to hang out.”

- Ron Cooper (founder of Del Maguey Mezcal)


Also recommended by chef Amanda Freitag


Kenmore Square | American

528 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215

T: 617.532.9100

www.easternstandardboston.com

 
The Butcher Shop


“My favorite wine bar.”

- Sommelier Levi Dalton (Boulud Sud in New York)


Shawmut | Wine Bar

552 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02118

T : 617.423.4800

www.thebutchershopboston.com

 
116 Crown


“They use Jack Rudy in their Jack Rudy Margarita.”

- Mixologist Brooks Reitz (Jack Rudy Cocktail Co.  and FIG in Charleston, SC)


New Haven | Tapas Bar / Cocktail Lounge

116 Crown Street, New Haven, CT 06510

T: 203.777.3116

www.116crown.com

 

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Northeast | New Haven, CT

Amor Y Amargo


“Sensational. They are kind of nerdy the way they make their drinks. They are obsessed with what they do. They make their own vermouth. For a chef, it’s fascinating to see all the different flavor profiles.”

- Chef David Kinch (Manresa in Los Gatos)


East Village | Cocktails / Bitters

443 East 6th Street

New York, NY 10006

www.amoryamargo.com

 
Anfora


“Owner / sommelier Joe Campanale is choosing the producers that mean the most to him, giving them a full page bio in the list, and showcasing their wines. It’s a beautiful way to organize a wine list and he’s continuing to build it out.”

- Wine Writer Talia Baiocchi (Wine Columnist Eater.com)


West Village | Wine Bar

34 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10014

T: 212.518.2722

www.anforanyc.com

 
Dram


“Great drinks, great folks and no pretension.”

- Avery and Janet Glasser (Bittermens Bitters)


“One of my favorite newcomers to the scene. Look for Nicholas Jarrett - mad vagabond on a constant vision quest and the kind of bartender every bar across America wishes they had.”

- Bartender Ciaran Wiese (Scott and Co. in Tucson)


“All you need to do is tell them what type of alcohol you’d like and if you want it shaken or stirred. They do the rest and man do they do it well.”

- Anton Nocito (P & H Soda Co)


Williamsburg | Cocktails

177 S. 4th Street,Brooklyn, NY 11211

T: 718.486.3726

www.drambar.com

 
Dutch Kills


“Kickass ice program, good vibes, unexpected great times in Queens.”

- Bartender Maxwell Britten (Maison Premiere in Brooklyn, NY)


Also recommended by chef Johnny Iuzzini.


Long Island City | Cocktail Bar

27-24 Jackson Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101

T: 718.383.2724

www.dutchkillsbar.com

 
Fort Defiance


Owner / bartender and food writer St. John Frizell manned the bar at the Pegu Club and The Good Fork before opening Fort Defiance.

- Avery and Janet Glasser (Bittermens Bitters)


Red Hook | American

365 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231

T: 347.453.6672

www.fortdefiancebrooklyn.com

 
Hotel Delmano


“Best Manhattan in… wait… well, that’s just how things are. The best Manhattans have officially forded the East River.”

- Bitters Purveyor Mark Bitterman (The Meadow in New York & Portland)


Williamsburg | Cocktail Bar

82 Berry Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211

 T: 718.387.1945

www.hoteldelmano.com

 
Maison Premiere


“Go see Maxwell Britten, the bartender at Maison Premiere.”

- Mixologist Brooks Reitz (Jack Rudy Cocktail Co.  and FIG in Charleston, SC)


“Run by my very best friend, Maxwell Britten.”

- Bartender Ciaran Wiese (Scott and Co. in Tucson)


Williamsburg | Seafood / Cocktail Bar

298 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211

T: 347.335.0446

www.maisonpremiere.com

 
PDT (Please Don’t Tell)


“When it comes to ambiance, drink menus and hospitality, one of my favorite bars is PDT.”

- Bartender Jamie Boudreau (Canon in Seattle)


“I like Jim Meehan’s humble approach, his infinite knowledge, and I think he’s done amazing things within the industry to elevate the service and quality of cocktails.”

- Master Sommelier Fred Dexheimer


Also recommended by bar manager Erik Adkins, mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim, pastry chef Johnny Iuzzini.


East Village | Speakeasy / Cocktail Bar

113 Saint Marks Place, New York, NY 10009

T: 212.614.0386

www.pdtnyc.com

 
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Ten Bells


“For inexpensive wines and good for wine geeks.”

- Sommelier John Slover (Ciano in New York, NY)


“Ten Bells is very cool and super authentic. The whole scene can get a little gritty... there’s no pretense. There is none of the snottiness that can come with wine sometimes.”

- Sommelier / Winemaker / Mezcal Producer Richard Betts (CC: Wine | Betts & Scholl | Sombre Mezcal)


Also recommended by sommelier Levi Dalton, winemaker Jean-Francois Bourdy, wine store owner Scott Pactor (Appellation Wine & Spirits, Gabrio Tosti di Valminuta (De-Vino Wine Boutique).


Lower East Side | Wine Bar

247 Broome Street, New York, NY 10002

T: 212.228.4450

www.thetenbells.com

 
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“Look for Al Sotack. Without Al, Philly just wouldn't be the drinking city it is today. Al resides at the Franklin Mortgage & Investment Co. in Philadelphia.”

- Bartender Ciaran Wiese (Scott and Co. in Tucson)


“Some serious cocktails by Philly’s finest. Highly recommend.”

- Bartender Maxwell Britten (Maison Premiere in Brooklyn, NY)


Rittenhouse Square | Cocktail Bar

112 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

T: 267.467.3277

www.thefranklinbar.com

 
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Columbia Room


“The DC Corridor is really one of the most vibrant cocktail communities in the country right now and Derek Brown is probably at the center of that.”

- Bartender Chris McMillian (Bar UnCommon in New Orleans)


Northwest| American / Cocktails

1021 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001

T: 202.393.0336

Reservations Required

www.passengerdc.com/columbia

 
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“Todd Thrasher is really contributing to the vibrant cocktail scene.”

- Bartender Chris McMillian (Bar UnCommon in New Orleans)


Old Town | Speakeasy Lounge at Eamonn’s A Dublin Chipper

728 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

T: 703.299.8384

www.eamonnsdublinchipper.com

 

South | Atlanta, GA

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The Gibson


“Our nation's capital has got to have some good cocktails and this is where you'll find ‘em.”

- Bartender Maxwell Britten (Maison Premiere in Brooklyn, NY)


U Street Corridor | Cocktail Lounge

2009 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

T: 202.232.2156

www.thegibsondc.com

 
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Holeman & Finch Public House


“They have a great wine, beer and cocktail program. They also have something called the Ten O’Clock Burger. Every night at ten o’clock they offer 24 burgers. It’s a rockin’ burger.”

- Master Sommelier Fred Dexheimer


Buckhead | American

2277 Peachtree Road, Suite B, Atlanta, GA 30309

T: 404.948.1175

www.holeman-finch.com

 
Cocktail Club


“I would end the night at the newly opened Cocktail Club. They did a great job with the space and the patio is a welcome piece of calm on the busiest stretch of nightlife in Charleston. I’d be drinking a Carpano Antica Formula over ice, or one of their house specialty cocktails - the selection is vast, and I haven't had the chance to make my way through it yet!”

- Jack Rudy Cocktail Co. founder and FIG bartender Brooks Reitz


Charleston | Cocktail Lounge

479 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403

www.thecocktailclubcharleston.com

 
The Gin Joint


“I’ve never had better cocktails anywhere. They know what they’re doing and they’re really passionate about it. They’ve got great palates, since they are chefs. They look at cocktails like dishes and you taste that and it’s just so good.”

- Chef Sean Brock (Husk and McCrady’s in Charleston, SC)


Charleston | Cocktails

182 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401

T: 843.577.6111

www.theginjoint.com

 

South | Louisville, KY

Proof On Main


“Jennifer Pittman and the bar staff at Proof on Main are doing some of the best cocktails in Louisville.”

- Mixologist Brooks Reitz (Jack Rudy Cocktail Co.  and FIG in Charleston, SC)


Also recommended by cookbook author Ted Lee.


Louisville | Contemporary American / Gastro Pub

702 W Main St. Louisville, KY 40202

T: 502.217.6360 (make a reservation)

www.proofonmain.com

 

South | Miami, FL

The Florida Room


“John Lermayer is somebody working with fresh ingredients nightly and doing stuff that I haven’t seen done. He works with a lot of spices, a lot of fresh fruit. Lenny Kravitz designed The Florida Room. They do quite a bit of live music and after midnight it gives way to a DJ.”

- Bartender Ryan Goodspeed (Michael’s Genuine Food and Drink in Miami, FL)


Also recommended by mixologist Jim Meehan (PDT in New York, NY).


Miami Beach | Bar/Lounge

The Delano Hotel

1685 Collins Avenue, Miami, FL 33139

T: 305.674.6152

www.delano-hotel.com

 
Arnaud’s French 75


Bartender Chris Hannah is one of the most celebrated bartenders in America. It’s a beautiful bar; there’s a feel in those types of rooms that you don’t get if you walk into just any old neighborhood place.”

- Bartender Chris McMillian (Bar UnCommon in New Orleans)


Chris Hannah is one of the sweetest and historically knowledgeable and talented bartenders I have ever met. A real treat to talk to about almost anything and, most of the time before you realize it, he has a smirk on his face with a give-this-drink-a-try vibe going on. If you are ever in New Orleans, I highly recommend a visit.”

- Bartender Maxwell Britten (Maison Premiere in Brooklyn, NY)


Also recommended by mixologist Brooks Reitz (Jack Rudy Cocktail Co.  and FIG in Charleston, SC).


French Quarter | Cocktail Lounge

13 Rue Bienville, New Orleans, LA 70112

T: 504.523.5433

www.arnaudsrestaurant.com/french-75

 
Cure


“It’s still the destination in New Orleans and the best bar to wear a costume to for no reason, they welcome costumes.”

- Bartender Chris Hannah (Arnaud’s French 75 in New Orleans, LA)


“It’s our first stand-alone cocktail destination, located in a renovated 19th Century firehouse. It’s a very beautiful, lovely space. Just the most talented group of young bartenders in the city, each very different with their own personal style. It’s certainly a fun place to go if you want to experience the cutting-edge of the craft cocktail community in New Orleans.”

- Bartender Chris McMillian (Bar UnCommon in New Orleans)


“Look for Kirk Estopinal -- head barman at Cure, THE craft bar in Uptown New Orleans. Without Kirk and Maksym Pazuniak's book ‘Rogue Cocktails’ taking chances would have taken me a lot longer.”

- Bartender Ciaran Wiese (Scott and Co. in Tucson)


Also recommended by mixologist Jim Meehan (PDT in New York, NY), Avery and Janet Glasser (Bittermens Bitters)


Uptown | Cocktail Bar

905 Freret Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

T: 504.302.2357

www.curenola.com

 
Aviary


“I’m dying to get to Chicago to try their drinks.”

- Mixologist Jim Meehan (PDT in New York, NY)


“I'm blown away by what I've seen/read/heard about Aviary.”

- Mixologist Brooks Reitz (Jack Rudy Cocktail Co.  and FIG in Charleston, SC)


Fulton Market | Cocktail Lounge

953-955 W. Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607

www.theaviary.com

 
Bar Deville


“Great liquor selection, great drinks, great music.”

- Bartender Mike Ryan (Sable Kitchen and Bar in Chicago)


West Town / Ukrainian Village | Cocktails

701 N. Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL 60612

T: 312.929.2349

www.bardeville.com

 

South | New Orleans, LA

Sable Kitchen & Bar


“For bartenders Mike Ryan and Freddy Sarkis.”

- Mixologist Brooks Reitz (Jack Rudy Cocktail Co.  and FIG in Charleston, SC)


River North | American / Cocktails

505 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60654

T: 312.755.9704

www.sablechicago.com

 
The Drawing Room


“Charles Joly was chosen as Best Bartender in America.”

- Bartender Chris McMillian (Bar UnCommon in New Orleans)


Near North Side | Cocktail Lounge

937 N. Rush Street, Chicago IL 60611

T: 312.255.0022

www.thedrchicago.com

 
The Violet Hour


“Opened by Toby Maloney, who worked at both Pegu Club and Milk & Honey.”

- Bartender Chris McMillian (Bar UnCommon in New Orleans)


“These guys are top notch, they have incredible cocktails, serious bartenders, and a beautiful room.”

- Master Sommelier Fred Dexheimer


Also recommended by mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim and mixologist Jim Meehan (PDT in New York, NY).


Wicker Park | Cocktail Bar

1520 North Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622

T: 773.252.1500

www.theviolethour.com

 

Southwest | Houston, TX

Anvil Bar & Refuge


“I had a young man who came to the bar when I was working at the Ritz Carlton and he was so inspired he went back to Houston and opened Anvil, which is now an internationally recognized bar... and I got to inspire somebody.”

- Bartender Chris McMillian (Bar UnCommon in New Orleans)


“I've never set foot inside the bar, but every time I look at the menu I see something I like.”

- Bartender Ciaran Wiese (Scott and Co. in Tucson)


Also recommended by Avery and Janet Glasser (Bittermens Bitters).


Houston | Bar

1424 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77006

T: 713-523-1622

www.anvilhouston.com

 

West | Los Angeles, CA

Scott & Co.


“Ciaran Wiese is a madman and an uber-talented bartender.”

- Mixologist Brooks Reitz (Jack Rudy Cocktail Co.  and FIG in Charleston, SC)


Downtown Tucson | Bar

9 N Scott Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85701

T: 520.624.4747

www.scottandcotucson.com

 

Midwest | Chicago, IL

Las Perlas


“It’s all tequila, mezcal and Mexican beer.”

- Bartender Ryan Goodspeed (Michael’s Genuine Food and Drink in Miami, FL)


Also recommended by Ron Cooper (Del Maguey Mezcal).


Downtown | Mexican / Bar

107 East 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014

T: 213.988.8355

www.lasperlas.la

 

Cocktails at The Varnish Bar: The Aviation, Collins, Pisco Sour  

Photographs courtesy of The Varnish Bar

Lou Wine Bar


“Their wine list is focused on natural wines.”

- Wine Importer Kevin McKenna (Louis/Dressner Selections)


Downtown | Eclectic / Wine Bar

724 Vine Street, Los Angeles, CA 90038

T: 323.962.6369

www.louonvine.com

 
The Varnish


To get to The Varnish, you walk through another bar called Cole’s Originators of the French Dip. Look for the door with a picture of a cocktail on it.


Recommended by Mixologist Jim Meehan (PDT in New York, NY).


Downtown

Lounge

118 E 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014

T: 213.622.9999

www.thevarnishbar.com

 

West | San Francisco, CA

Absinthe


“One of my favorite bars.”

- Mixologist Jim Meehan (PDT in New York, NY)


Hayes Valley | Cocktail Bar / Brasserie

398 Hayes Street, San Francisco, CA 94102-4421

T: 415.551.1590

www.absinthe.com

 
Bar Agricole


“Besides having the most talented bar crew in San Francisco, they have fantastic farm to table food. Bar Agricole is already a San Francisco classic. Try a Ti Punch.”

- Bar Manager Erik Adkins (Slanted Door and Heaven’s Dog in San Francisco, CA)


“Nine times out of ten I want to drink something fresh, simple, approachable, so I really like what Thad Vogler does at Bar Agricole.”

- Mixologist Brooks Reitz (Jack Rudy Cocktail Co.  and FIG in Charleston, SC)


SOMA | New American

355 Eleventh Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

T: 415.355.9400 (make a reservation)

www.baragricole.com

 
Comstock Saloon


“For a Pisco Punch.”

- Bar Manager Erik Adkins (Slanted Door and Heaven’s Dog in San Francisco, CA)


Also recommended by mixologist Jim Meehan (PDT in New York, NY).


Financial District | Cocktail Bar

155 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133

T: 415.617.0073

www.comstocksaloon.com

 
Rickhouse


“They do an amazing job with the drinks.”

- Bartender Ryan Goodspeed (Michael’s Genuine Food and Drink in Miami, FL)


Also recommended by bartender Jamie Boudreau (Canon in Seattle) and Avery and Janet Glasser (Bittermens Bitters).


Financial District / Union Square | Cocktails

246 Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA 94108

T: 415.398.2827

www.rickhousebar.com

 
Slanted Door


“Erik Adkins is the best bartender in San Francisco, maybe the country. You need to sit at his bar at Slanted Door. He is a great technician, as well as a historian, but most importantly he is sincere and gracious.”

- Bartender /Restaurateur Thad Vogler (Bar Agricole in San Francisco, CA)


“I love the way the food and the wine there combined. And you are right at the heart of wine country and there is no California wine on the list, only Austria, Germany, Loire Valley, Champagne and it is unbelievable with those Vietnamese flavors.”

- Wine Director Cat Silirie (Barbara Lynch Gruppo in Boston)


Also recommended by mixologist Jim Meehan (PDT in New York, NY).


Financial District | Modern Vietnamese

1 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94111

T: 415.861.8032 (make a reservation)

www.slanteddoor.com

 
Smuggler’s Cove


“No other bar has such a clear and well-articulated concept. Those guys are really passionate and focused. Try anything on that list. It is such a thoughtful and well developed list.”

- Bartender /Restaurateur Thad Vogler (Bar Agricole in San Francisco, CA)


Also recommended by Avery and Janet Glasser (Bittermens Bitters).


NOPA | Bar

650 Gough Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

T: 415.869.1900

www.smugglerscovesf.com

 
Terroir


“One of my favorite places to drink natural wines is Terroir.”

- Winemaker Arianna Occhipinti


“I get a huge kick out of Terroir. It is all natural wine, run by two French characters who definitely have a very French aspect to their service.”

- Wine Director Cat Silirie (Barbara Lynch Gruppo in Boston)


SoMa | Wine Bar

1116 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

T: 415.558.9946

www.terroirsf.com

 
Tommy’s


“For a margarita.”

- Bar Manager Erik Adkins (Slanted Door and Heaven’s Dog in San Francisco, CA)


“It’s mecca.”

- Philip Ward (Mayahuel in New York)


“Julio Bermejo from Tommy’s came down to Oxaca with a group to try mezcal and had his mind blown.”

- Ron Cooper (Del Maguey Mezcal)


Outer Richmond | Mexican

5929 Geary Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94121

T: 415.387.4747

www.tommystequila.com

 
Camino


“The Drinks at Camino in Oakland are the most under-appreciated  in the Bay Area. They use awesome ingredients and are refreshingly unpretentious solid drinks. Best food in the Bay, too. Perfect example of the cutting edge of the tradition Bar Agricole works to be a part of.”

- Bartender /Restaurateur Thad Vogler (Bar Agricole in San Francisco, CA)


Lower Hills / Oakland | New American

3917 Grand Avenue, Oakland, CA 94610

T: 510.547.5035

www.caminorestaurant.com

 

West | Oakland, CA

Zig Zag Cafe


“Known for their cocktail The Last Word.”

- Bartender Chris McMillian (Bar UnCommon in New Orleans)


“Zig Zag would have to be my favorite spot. The service and hospitality are always spot on and the spirit collection is insane.”

- Bartender Jamie Boudreau (Canon in Seattle)


Also recommended by Avery and Janet Glasser (Bittermens Bitters).


Downtown | Classic Cocktail Bar

1501 Western Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101

T: 206.625.1146

www.zigzagseattle.com


[* Bartender Murray Stenson has just left Zig Zag and can now be found at Canon in Seattle]

 

Northwest | Seattle, WA

Clyde Common


“If I am in Portland, I love Clyde Common.”

- Bar Manager Erik Adkins (Slanted Door and Heaven’s Dog in San Francisco, CA)


Southwest Portland / Downtown | American

1014 SW Stark Street, Portland, OR 97205

T: 503.228.3333

www.clydecommon.com

 

Northwest | Portland, OR

Bitters & Tinctures at Tear Drop Lounge | Jiggers at Clyde Common  

Photographs courtesy of Tear Drop Lounge | Clyde Common

Kask


“Man about town bartender David Shenaut has worked at just about every noteworthy cocktail bar in the city and now the newly opened KASK.”

- Bartender Ciaran Wiese (Scott and Co. in Tucson)


Southwest Portland | Cocktails

1215 SW Alder Street, Portland, OR 97205

T: 503.241.7163

www.grunerpdx.com/kask.htm

 
Teardrop Cocktail Lounge


“Daniel Shoemaker is the hardest working bartender that I know. Daniel takes DIY to a ridiculous level. Add loads of talent to tireless drive and you have the recipe for the Teardrop Lounge.”

- Bar Manager Erik Adkins (Slanted Door and Heaven’s Dog in San Francisco, CA)


Pearl District | Cocktails

1015 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR 97209

T: 503.445.8109

www.teardroplounge.com

 
Bar Ferd’nand


“You go there and drink Occhipinti (super honest stuff). It’s so unassuming, but so cool and basic and perfect.”

- Sommelier / Winemaker / Mezcal Producer Richard Betts (CC: Wine | Betts & Scholl | Sombre Mezcal)


Capitol Hill | Wine Bar

1531 Melrose Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122
T: 206.623.5882

www.ferdinandthebar.com

 
Rob Roy


The menu lists classic and original cocktails, all rotate seasonally.

Recommended by mixologist Jim Meehan (PDT in New York, NY)


Belltown | Cocktail Bar

2332 2nd Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121

T: 206.956.8423

www.robroyseattle.com

 
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12 Mile Limit


“BBQ and cocktails, brilliant. Cole Newton is doing a good job in Mid-City.”

- Bartender Chris Hannah (Arnaud’s French 75 in New Orleans, LA)


Mid-City | Lounge

500 Telemachus Street, New Orleans, LA 70119

T: 504.488.8114

www.facebook.com/twelve.mile.limit

 

Cocktail at 116 Crown

Photograph courtesy of 116 Crown

Northeast | New York City

The Bar at Fort Defiance | Wine at Anfora

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Mixologist / Partner Jim Meehan of PDT | Ten Bells

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Northeast | Philadelphia, PA

Franklin Mortgage & Investment Co.

Photograph courtesy of Franklin Mortgage & Investment Co.

Mid-Atlantic | Washington, DC

Cocktails at PX | Pouring a cocktail at The Gibson

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South | Charleston, SC

The Gin Club Glasses and Cocktail | The Cocktail Club

Photographs courtesy of The Gin Joint | The Cocktail Club

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Aviary | The Violet Hour | The Drawing Room

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Southwest | Tucson, AZ


Cocktails at Comstock Saloon | Erik Adkin’s Cocktails at The Slanted Door | Thad Vogler’s Bar Agricole  

Photographs courtesy of Comstock Saloon | Erik Adkins | Thad Vogler

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Three Cocktails At Rob Roy | The McCoy from Zig Zag Cafe  

Photographs courtesy of Rob Roy (c) Chad Pryor | Zig Zag Cafe