Maybe We Do Need a Drink: TheListAreYouOnIt’s Weekly Roundup of Beverage Offerings

The Fall season is upon us, and the drinks are flowing with the warming flavors you know and love. We are diving into DC's dynamic bar scene, where libations take center stage. We’ve got the latest on autumn-inspired cocktails from your favorite local haunts—plus a few new spots to add to your list. Ready to toast to the season ? We are! 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: 

Sherry Week: The 11th Edition of Sherry Week is arriving soon all over the world! We will see ‘Sherry Rutas’ in over 30 countries this November 4th-10th. The Square Atrium Pavilion, located at 1850 K St NW, will play host to over 10 sherry bodega offerings including tastings from:

Williams & Humbert 
González-Byass 
Valdespino 
La Guita
Lustau 
Hidalgo La Gitana 
El Maestro Sierra
La Cigarrera 
Cesar Florido 
Manuel Aragón 
Emilio Hidalgo

A ticket entry fee of $25+ will gain you entry to the sherry tasting tables, venencia pouring, a Bold Fork Books pop-up book shop, and a chance to win valuable door prizes which will include rare sherry bottles. There will be tapas and sherry cocktails for sale at Casa Teresa as well as flamenco, jamon carving and the opportunity to purchase bottles tasted from the on premise wine shop, Shoals Market. Purchase tickets here. 

NEW & NOTEWORTHY: 

Advent Beer Boxes (Gift Alert): ChurchKey’s Advent Beer Box is now available for pre-order. For $149, enjoy 24 fresh, rare, and exciting beers from 20+ of the most exciting breweries in the beer scene. Get your box here. 

Golden Hour: Golden Hour at a.kitchen+bar DC which will run 4-5PM every Tuesday-Saturday offering unique drink and snack pairings served only during this special service hour. The menu will change over time allowing for new, exciting bites and sips to try throughout the year. See below for the Golden Hour menu launching this weekend. 1010 New Hampshire Avenue; akitchenandbardc.com

Norton, Virginia's Native Grape: In an effort to showcase the exceptional quality of wines produced from Norton, Virginia’s native grape, a collection of Virginia Norton growers, wine producers, and advocates—have come together to form the Norton Network. This group will collectively promote Norton, the only wine grape native to Virginia, and support one another by collaborating and sharing best practices in grape cultivation and wine preparation. They aim to demonstrate that with attentive winemaking and cultivation, Norton can produce wines that everyone can enjoy, showcasing its true potential across Virginia. norton.com

NOT NEW, BUT NOTEWORTHY: 

Bones and Bourbon: Blue Duck Tavern has introduced a new distinctive pairing opportunity for whiskey aficionados. To complement Chef de Cuisine Andrew Cleverdon’s signature Wood Oven-Roasted Bone Marrow with Onion Bordelaise, Pink Peppercorn, and Caraway Crumble, you can choose a two-ounce pour from one of three featured pairings: Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Aged Bourbon Whiskey for $20, MB Roland, Dark Fired Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, for $24, and Espy House, Washington's Reserve Barrel Strength Bourbon Whiskey for $32. The marrow is sourced from Creekstone, Kansas, and is priced at $32 per serving with a portion size of three split roasted bones. This unique pairing option is available nightly in Blue Duck Tavern’s Lounge exclusively through the end of the year. Park Hyatt Washington D.C., at the corner of 24 and M Streets, NW, blueducktavern.com

The Daze Are Going to The Dogs: Dog Daze social club is officially open. The beverage menu is = curated to complement the food offerings. Dog Daze will showcase Lost Barrel Brewing, winners of the Virginia Craft Beer Cup, in addition to a lineup of additional craft beers. Guests can also enjoy handcrafted cocktails, including the NOLA, a fresh take on the espresso martini that includes Beignet Cream, and the Apertivo, a rhubarb rosé spritz, crafted by DC mixology expert Lukas B. Smith. 1100 Rhode Island Ave NW; dogdazedc.com

A New Gathering Place: Get ready to sip, snack, and socialize at Juneberry Garage, the latest addition to the historic Walter Reed campus. Partners Josh Saltzman, Chris Powers, Robin Webb, Trent Allen, Jeremy Riley and Gladys Kamau are hard at work transforming the historic auto body shop into a bar and restaurant. But in the meantime, they’ve set up shop to serve seasonal snacks and beverages on the patio from a vintage airstream trailer.The beverage menu features a wide variety of beers, wine on tap, draft cocktails, and seasonal hot drinks. All of the draft cocktails can be customized to your preferences, whether you're looking for a non-alcoholic option or a boozier libation. juneberrygarage.com

Falling in at Residents Cafe and Bar: Residents has new seasonal bites and cocktails for weekend brunch or dinner. New fall-themed cocktails include the Corn Fashion ($20), the Apple Highball ($21), the Amari Pear ($22), and the Apricot ($18). Fall brunch menu highlights include Bourbon Caramel Pancakes and Fig & Ricotta Toast. Fall dinner menu highlights include the Spiced Braised Short Ribs, Salmon Tartare, Cauliflower Nuggets, and more. 1306 18th Street; residentsdc.com