Cocktails
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Phoebe Kranefuss
Non-alcoholic cocktails to try this summer
Zero-proof cocktails are non-alcoholic beverages typically made with many of the same ingredients and attention to detail as traditional cocktails, but without alcohol. They’ve become increasingly popular in the past few years. Read more
The room is spinning
“Booze and Vinyl” pairs cocktails with classic albums. Sibling writers (and drink enthusiasts) Tenaya and André Darlington come up with a host of ideas for listening parties. Read more
Apr 12, 2018
Justin Sprecher
Making the perfect margarita
With so many different ways to customize a margarita, sometimes the kind of tequila used can be an afterthought. But not all agave spirits are created equal (or with equal amounts of agave). Read more
Jun 8, 2017
Carolyn Fath
Earthy + fruity
A saketini from Morris Ramen means you don’t have to choose between sake and a mixed drink. The spiced pear version melds the earthy and the fruity. Read more
Feb 23, 2017
Dylan Brogan
The house always wins
Ever since the Robin Room opened almost a year ago, we’ve been waiting eagerly for the hip cocktail bar to debut a menu of house originals. Last week, they finally did! Read more
Feb 2, 2017
Have it your way
Customers can indulge in self-service wine pours at Toot + Kate’s. The Verona wine bar brings some needed nightlife to a booming bedroom community. Read more
Jan 26, 2017
5:00 AM
Lucas Endres
Tradition!
A clarified milk punch from Merchant borrows from a three-hundred-year-old English tradition. The Moloko punch is bright, citrusy and creamy. Read more
Jan 19, 2017
5:00 AM
Linda Falkenstein
Shopping while intoxicated
Festival Foods’ happy hour makes shopping less of a chore. And the $4-$5 drink specials don’t hurt, either. Read more
Jan 12, 2017
5:00 AM
Laura Zastrow
Seasonal glow
Grog from the Weary Traveler is like a seasonal smorgasbord of spices. The hot beverage is mulled for hours and is potent, but still perfect mid-day. Read more
Jan 5, 2017
5:00 AM
Carolyn Fath
Cream de la crème
New Brocach may not look like a traditional Irish pub, but it serves a mean Irish coffee. The bar sticks to the traditional recipe. Read more
Dec 22, 2016
5:00 AM
Carolyn Fath
Warm tidings
A Nice Pear from Oliver’s Public House is an homage to Pink Floyd. It’s also a beautiful cold-weather warmer. Read more
Dec 15, 2016
5:00 AM
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A spiffed-up Deerfield Coffeehouse
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