near me: Where to Get a Drink Now in Washington, D.C

The whiskey selection at Jack Rose is completely out of control, so let's start there. One of the most varied collections of the spirit on this side of the Atlantic can be found in the bar's inventory, which totals close to 2,700 bottles. It's amazing to see how many glass jars line the walls of the roomy eating area on the first level, along with the bookstore ladders needed to access them. But the most amazing thing about Jack Rose is how much focus it places on practically everything else. The beer and cocktail menus are also top-notch, in large part because to beverage director Joe Oddo, who joined the team in November 2017 after working at a number of locations in Charleston, South Carolina.

The staff at Jane Jane set out to replicate homestyle Southern dinner party hospitality in the midst of one of the busiest nightlife zones in Washington, DC, and they have succeeded in doing so. Fill your table with pigs in a blanket and spinach and artichoke dip orders as you drink on accessible, well-crafted cocktails prepared with various kinds of spirits, or try one of the bar's spirit-free concoctions like the Sherry Spritz, which is created with vinegar.

The beer is inexpensive (and cool) at Last Call, and the straightforward vodka drinks are spiced up with strawberry watermelon or blueberry lemonade flavors. Gina Chersevani, a stalwart of the DC bartender scene, has established a necessary party in the making, particularly during the daily happy hour from 5 to 7 pm, when draft Old Fashioneds and lemon drop shots are available for less than $5 each.

Morris American Bar, located right next to the conference center, has established itself as a go-to spot for both traditional drinks and inventive concoctions. The ambiance strikes a mix between homey and elegant, making it appropriate for both a date night and a round of drinks with friends. For regular promotions, including food pop-ups and themed menus, check out its social media channels.

The remarkable selection of housemade ingredients at this chic hotel bar, which includes bitter liqueurs, infusions, and syrups, elevates the cocktails. Lukas B. Smith, a bartender whose career includes work creating beverages at Cotton & Reed and Jack Rose Dining Saloon, carefully develops and perfects his creations.

Bartender David Strauss may be a familiar name to DC bargoers from The Sheppard, the renowned Dupont Circle speakeasy that closed its doors in 2019. Fortunately, he's back and creating a daily menu of creative cocktails in a modest Mount Pleasant establishment that's swiftly rising to the top of the city's speakeasies. At this little restaurant, plan on arriving early or expect to wait for a table. Also, double verify the address before ringing the doorbell because there is no signage out front.

This bar continues to rank among the best in the city thanks to two dedicated Chartreuse taps. The Passenger is the type of restaurant where you can get a cheap beer and whiskey combination coupled with a masterfully made martini. The shelves are packed with typical and unusual treasures from both this area and DC as well as other locations, and the bartenders are courteous and knowledgable. The upstairs Puerto Rican kitchen, Qui Qui, serves food that may be purchased.

Serenata is a cocktail bar that is a part of the La Cosecha market. According to the proprietors, every item on the menu is inspired by "the many countries that make up the fabric of the rich Latin American heritage." Every drink on the menu is associated with the nation that provided inspiration for it. In order to sell spritzes created with South American ingredients during the warmer months, the bar will operate a mobile cart outside the market.

For good cause, this U Street institution has been ranked as one of the top bars in the world. On a typical night, the venue is packed to the gills with businesspeople (or, really, anybody seeking for a good time) sipping on some of the greatest cocktails in town. Every traditional cocktail you can think of is on the lengthy menu, along with tropical cocktails and even a crowd-pleasing Miller High Life pony and shot combination, all at affordable costs for Washington, D.C.

Known as "Mr. Lyan," a resident of London One of the most well-known bartenders in the world, Ryan Chetiyawardana, has earned multiple honors for his dedication to quality, sustainability, and the patron experience. The upscale Riggs Hotel in Penn Quarter is home to Silver Lyan, Chetiyawardana's first bar in the US, which is housed in a former bank vault. The District's cosmopolitan influences and status as the nation's capital are both inspirations for the drinks served here. Take the Half-Smoke Rickey, for instance, which combines gin with fennel seed, lime, herbal shrub, and soda. Order the Jello Fruit Basket, a sharing tray of fruit-shaped jello shots inspired by traditional drinks like the martini and the tequila sunrise, for an extravagant experience. It also comes with shots of champagne.