Yes, it’s getting warmer outside. But ever since Billy Sunday opened, they’ve had this rum-fueled, tart passionfruit and pineapple-laced summer-inspired daiquiri on the drink menu; perhaps wishful thinking for sunnier days ahead? I say bold move, Mr. Bartender. This icy concoction is definitely something you should drink. Cheers. Thanks to Todd Rosenberg (@toddrphoto) for … Continued
This week, The Hopleaf’s Michael Roper is reaching for a bottle of something he’s quite familiar with: hops. That is, HopSlam, the latest brew from Bell’s Brewery in Michigan. He says better go get some now though, as it will only be available in the market for a short time. Cheers.
Everyone I know has been encouraging me to visit Scofflaw since it opened a few weeks ago. Knowing how much I enjoy a finely-made cocktail, (and the fact there are some well-schooled bar men here, hailing from such locally respected watering holes as The Whistler) I knew it was going to be worthwhile. Located … Continued
Just about every new restaurant (of note) opening in Chicago has an all-star cocktail list. Sometimes, they’ll employ a guy like Adam Seger or Paul McGee to create or consult; one thing is for sure, they stock names like Luxardo and St. Germain with regularity, make their own simple syrup, squeeze their own citrus and … Continued
I love that this hotel is outside of the Quarter, and its best-kept secret is The Swizzle Stick Lounge, where Lu Brow presides over an impressive list of classic and modern cocktails. Cafe Adelaide is also here, right next door.
I’ve never stayed here, but I have had numerous sazeracs out on the front porch. On a warm evening, with the St. Charles Streetcar running by, it’s as if you’ve stepped into a scene from a Tennessee Williams play. Do NOT take a cab here; part of the fun is riding the streetcar all the … Continued
One of the city’s best mixologists presides over this extensive cocktail list.
Cocktails expertly crafted by the city’s best mixologists.