New York nightlife is all about one thing…cocktails. Let’s face it when you’re planning a night on the town the first thing that pops into your head is ‘what am I going to drink tonight?’ It’s a good thing that a lot of New York venues offer specialty drinks that you can’t find anywhere else.
The Hill
The Hill is a cross between a sports bar and a lounge. It’s the type of place where you can watch your favorite sports team while being seating comfortably in an intimate location. While the kitchen is full of yummy treats for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the bar also works hard in serving up specialty drinks. One drink that all you chocolate lovers will not be able to resist is the Tor’s S’mors. The Tor’s is a mix of Vanilla Vodka, Godiva Chocolate Liquor, toasted marshmallow syrup and cream served with floating mini marshmallows, chocolate syrup, and an exploding toasted marshmallow rim. If that doesn’t send you running to the door then I don’t know what will.
Porky’s NYC
It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like you’re on vacation. Much like a bar that you would find in Cancun, Porky’s is full of people looking to have a good time. A crazy dance party usually breaks out in the middle of the room and it’s a little hard to move, however, their famous fishbowls are worth the squeeze. Porky’s fishbowls come in 6 different colors and flavors that are irresistible. Choose from Alligator Piss Green, Blue Lagoon, Fubar Red, Purple Haze, The Bachelorette Pink or the Tie Me Up To The Bed Post Orange. Some of these specialty drinks might not sound inviting but once you try on there is a chance you’ll forget the name anyway.
Death & Company
Although the name isn’t very welcoming, Death & Company is definitely worth a trip. They are open from 6 p.m.-12 a.m. 7 days a week and are said to feature some of the most creative cocktails in the city. You can enjoy a classy cocktail or a “lovely bowl of punch” that serves 4-6 people. One of their top sellers is the Drunken Punch. It is a mix of Apple-infused Blended Scotch, All spice Dram, Fresh Fuji Apple and Lemon Juice, Demerara, and Peychaud’s Bitters.
If you’re looking for a classy glass of champagne, then you should try the Dragon Lily which Champagne, Siembra Azul Blanco, Tequila, Tarragon-agave Gastrique, and Peychaud’s Bitters. Death and Company is all about taking a simple drink and making it their own.
Vlada Lounge
Vlada Lounge is located in the heart of the Broadway theater district. Celebrities like Cyndi Lauper and Alan Cumming usually stop by for one of their famous signature house drinks: infused vodka. There are 16 different kinds of infused vodka drinks, ranging from cranberry and apple/cinnamon to dill and horseradish. Each drink is made with all-natural ingredients, real fruits and some secret ingredients. If you’re looking for entertainment with your cocktails then Vlada Lounge is for you.
