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Prohibition Chic
Here in the land where the term 'cocktail' was born, mixed drinks are still stirred with the
utmost gravitas. Often, it's a case of history in a glass, New York's obsession with redis-
covered recipes and Prohibition-era style showing no signs of abating.
Craft Beer
NYC's craft beer culture is increasingly dynamic, with an ever-expanding booty of brew-
eries, bars and shops showcasing local artisan brews. Top local sud makers include Brook-
lyn Brewery, Sixpoint and SingleCut Beersmiths.
Coffee Culture
A boom in specialty coffee roasters is transforming New York's once-dismal caffeine cul-
ture. More locals are clueing-in on single-origin beans and different brewing techniques,
with numerous roasters now offering cupping classes for curious drinkers. Many are trans-
plants from A-list coffee cities, among them Portland's Stumptown, the Bay Area's Blue-
bottle, and Sydney's Toby's Estate. The antipodean influence is especially notable, with a
growing number of top-notch cafes and roasters claiming Aussie roots.
Best Cocktails
Dead Rabbit
Meticulously researched cocktails, punches and pop-inns in a cozy Finan-
cial District den. (
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Weather Up
The place barkeeps go for a well-crafted drink in Tribeca. (
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Little Branch
Travel back to the Prohibition Era - barkeeps, dressed in slacks and sus-
penders, mix carefully blended cocktails in the basement. (
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Maison Premiere
A chemistry-lab-style bar full of syrups and essences that costume-clad
barkeeps mix up and shake around. (
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Best Wine Selection
Gramercy Tavern
Extraordinary top-shelf and lower-priced surprises in a bar/fine-dining
hybrid. (
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Barcibo Enoteca
Italian wine HQ a stone's throw from the Lincoln Center. (
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