Spring in a Glass: The List’s Weekly Beverage Roundup
Despite the lingering chill in the air, let's banish the cold with delightful drinks of the season. Whether you still fancy a cozy warm sip or are ready for the refreshing over-ice concoction, we found you delish libations that promise to add a touch of warmth to your spring evenings:
NEW & NOTEWORTHY:
A Word: Immigrant Food (Planet Word only) is launching their Spring Cocktail Flight, the “America Del Sur” Flight, on 4/23. The $23 flight features a selection of brand new cocktails inspired by South America’s most beloved liquors like Pisco, Aguardiente, Rum, and Cachaça. Highlights include Cuzco’s Lemonade (Barsol Torontel Pisco, mint, lemon, simple syrup) and Spicy Llama (Chacho, passionfruit, and elderflower). Photos available by request. 925 13th St. NW; immigrantfood.com
An Extra Hour of Happy: Charlie Palmer now has happy hour every weeknight from 3-6pm. Their signature cocktails are all part of the Happy Hour fun. Meet the Monument Mule, Political Pain Chiller, and Long Live The Old Fashioned. 101 Constitution Ave. NW; charliepalmersteak.com
Cucina Cocktails: Cucina Morini has a new selection of light and bright cocktails. Try the Vignola Punch - Blossoming with clarified milk punch, Sakura Gin, Aperol, Luxardo Maraschino, grenadine, pineapple and lime, the Morini Martini - Signature libation, featuring Skyy Vodka, Bombay Dry Gin, Cinzano Bianco, caper, dill and white pepper , and more. 901 4th street; cucinamorini.com
Hora feliz (Happy Hour Alert): The newest happy hour in downtown is at Casa Teresa, featuring cans of Spanish beer (Estrella Galicia, $4), assorted Spanish wines and sparkling by the glass (cava, albariño, rosado, tempranillo, $12) and a vermouth flight ($18). Deluxe “vermut service” can be added: a silver tray delivers a build-your-own experience with a siphon of sparkling water, olives and citrus segments. Tapas for happy include a selection of cured meats and cheeses, pan con tomate and patata bravas served with aioli and D.C.’s favorite condiment, mambo sauce. 919 19th St NW; teresadc.com
All Day is Not Unconventional : Unconventional Diner has new frozen drinks to take in during the heat of spring and summer. Try the Miami Vice, and other drinks like the Mezcal Martini and matcha lattes. 1207 9th St. NW; unconventionaldiner.com
Four Seasons Vibes: Bourbon Steak has a new selection of season beverages. Try drinks like the Power of Pink - Berry pink, featuring strawberry-infused vodka and goji berry liqueur with the tang of lime and garnished with delicate edible flowers, the Put the Lime in the What? - coconut oil-washed cocktail featuring lemongrass infused gin, Bermutto Japanese Sake Vermouth, lime juice, coconut water, coconut milk and garnished with a coconut foam, and more. 2800 Pennsylvania avenue; bourbonsteakdc.com
New on the Roof: Rooftop Kitchen has new drinks available for the warmer weather. Try the Santorini Spritz (Blends blood orange-infused Aperol with passion fruit, elderflower, prosecco and soda), Sorrento (eaturing Grey Goose, Cointreau, lemon, hibiscus, melon, sevilla, orange, lemon and honey), and more. 14 Ridge Square; rooftopkitchendc.com
Album Drop Drink Specials: With all the hype for Swift's new album “The Tortured Poets Department” on Friday, April 19th, Last Call bar is “swiftly” revealing their fan persona and giving the millions who adore her around Washington D.C. some of the superstar's favorite dishes and drinks inspired by her songs. Try the Alchemy, a herbaceous gin gimlet, features Green Tea Syrup and Lillet Blanc. And, sing along as you sip the Fresh Out the Slammer - a take on the traditional Alabama Slammer it shares Amaretto, Southern Comfort, Sloe Gin, and Orange Juice. 1301-A 4th Street NW; lastcallbardc.com
A Drink a Day : HIFI has all new drink specials during the week. Dive into Wednesday Schooner Night, where big glasses of Lager Beer await you for just $5 all night long. Thursdays are full of $12 Beer + Shot Combos, Fridays have Giant Margaritas priced at just $15. 200 Mt Vernon Ave; hifitexmexbbq.com
Wine @ Night: Takoma Bev Co has come out with a new way for you to experience wine. The new Wine Bar experience will give our customers more opportunity to explore some of these special wines that aren't normally available by the glass. From a rotating list of premium pours to special events with winemakers. 6917 Laurel Takoma Park; takomabevco.com
The Third Wave of Coffee: Nativo, a third-wave coffee shop from two coffee-industry players has officially opened. The stall brings a full range of coffee and espresso drinks and a menu reflecting the homelands of owners Victor Nazar Navarro and Nakita Reid. The slate of drinks includes cortado, cappuccino and cold brew, as well as a sunshine latte (with a housemade turmeric-ginger syrup). The cafe bombon, typically made with espresso and sweetened condensed milk, is vegan at Nativo: the shop makes its own sweetened condensed coconut milk. All syrups here are homemade, as well. Beyond coffee, there are teas, a chai latte and a matcha latte. Bites include arepas and more. 1850 K St NW; instagram.com
NOT NEW, BUT NOTEWORTHY:
Binge x Vegan = Delicious: Binge Bar is now collaborating with Gingerbeet to have alcohol-free and vegan-friendly food to the DMV. After a DUI in 2016, th founder, Gigi, knew she needed to cut out alcohol from her life but she didn't want to give up her desire for human connection and social interactions. Rather than distancing herself from bars and restaurants, she dedicated herself to establishing a unique haven in Binge Bar, where she could authentically express herself, relish in the vibrant bar atmosphere, and connect with friends and like-minded individuals, all without the presence of alcohol. Gigi along with Chef Jenny have joined forces to create an alcohol-free oasis with elevated cocktails, authentic Filipino food paired with vegan culinary delights. 506 H Street; bingebar.com
So Social (Happy Hour Alert) : Say C’est La Vie to the work day every Wednesday-Friday; 5pm-6:30 PM at Bresca for a special happy hour. Sip $9 classic French Cocktails as you relax after the work day. 1906 14th Street NW; brescadc.com
Tapas y Ginebra: Spring is in full swing, so it’s time for Jaleo to bring back its Gin & Tonic Festival, from April 15-28. Drinks include the Romería (puerto de indias gin, fever tree lemon tonic, rosemary), 16 Saints (tanqueray gin, st. germain, chareau aloe vera liqueur, ginger, fever tree indian tonic), and tapas include patatas bravas and more. 480 7th St NW; jaleo.com
Thrasher’s, Anywhere: Thrasher’s Rum is NOW available Nationwide with Seelbach’s, a platform for distribution of vetted, high quality craft spirits from distillers. Try the Thrasher’s Green Spiced Rum (botanical-based blend it is meant to impart flavors reminiscent of English gin), and many more. seelbachs.com
Oh Joy (Happy/Yappy hour alert): Chef Enrique Limardo and Chef William Morles just updated their “Yappy Hour” menu at JOY, which is available on weekends during brunch from 11:00-3:00pm. Highlights from the dog-friendly menu include “Mini Burgers,” a “Tropical Pupsicle (Coconut milk, pineapple, orange and mango), a Watermelon Strawberry Mint Frosty, and Salmon w/ Rice and Veggies. A range of $10 cocktails include a White Cosmo, Cucumber Gimlet, Caribbean Margarita, and Aperol Spritz. Beer is available for $5 and white, red, sparkling, and rosé are also available for $9. 931 H St NW; sevenreasonsgroup.com
Fore!: As the weather starts to heat up and people look for ways to stay cool while having fun, Swingers Crazy Golf offers an adults-only escape, blending a stunning mini golf course inspired by the English countryside with great food, craft cocktails, and DJs for the ultimate party vibe. Swingers offers a selection of craft cocktails made with premium spirits and fresh ingredients that can be delivered to guests while playing through the course or ordered from the bar. Cocktail menus vary at each location, but can include Stroke of Luck made with Ilegal Mezcal, Giffard Pamplemousse Liqueur, ginger syrup, lime juice, cucumber, and a spicy tincture; Lychee Mandarini featuring Absolut Vodka, Giffard Lichi-Li Lychee Liqueur, Mandarine Napoleon, lime juice and club soda; and Copper Dog made with Copper Dog Whisky, apple juice, Orgeat, and a hint of absinthe. Book here.
Like a Vacay to the Greek Isles (Happy Hour Alert): Join Balos for a brand new Greek-inspired happy hour from 4-6pm M-F featuring specials from the fresh raw bar like $3 oysters and $4 shrimp cocktail, as well as Meze bites like Feta Fries , Spanakopita , Grilled Haloumi , and Balos Chips . Drink specials include $10 glasses of wine, the Filthy Greek Martini ($15), and $7 Greek beers. Join Balos for a brand new Greek-inspired happy hour from 4-6pm M-F featuring specials from the fresh raw bar like $3 oysters and $4 shrimp cocktail, as well as Meze bites like Feta Fries ($10), Spanakopita ($10), Grilled Haloumi ($14), and Balos Chips ($20). Drink specials include $10 glasses of wine, the Filthy Greek Martini ($15), and $7 Greek beers. 1940 N St NW; balosrestaurants.com
Tea for Two: Park Hyatt Washington D.C. will celebrate the return of spring with the addition of tableside tea service in the Tea Cellar, which will now be available on both Saturday and Sunday, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Tea menu offers pastries with accompaniments and seasonally inspired small plates. The tea experience includes Herbals and Tisanes such as Chamomile, Secret Garden, Icy Mint - Green Tea Blend and Melange Du Cap. White Tea offerings include Silver Needles and The Des Songes Blanc. Chinese Green Tea offerings include Japanese Green Tea Jasmine Beauty Pearls and Bi Lou Chun. Japanese Green Tea includes Genmaicha Yama. 1201 24th St NW; hyatt.com
