This NYC Rooftop Bar Serves Cozy Vibes And Great Cocktails—Plus It’s Open Year-Round
Who doesn’t love a cozy rooftop cocktail bar? There’s something so chic about sipping on an Aperol Spritz while perched a good 10 stories above the ground. No shade to second floor rooftop bars though! But there is a bit of opulence that comes with elevation. So I was super pleased to discover that a hotel I recently stayed at in New York City had its own rooftop bar. And it was enclosed, so you can enjoy it year-round.
High above Midtown Manhattan’s Kimpton Theta Hotel is Bar Sprezzatura, a rooftop destination that describes itself as a “rooftop bar with Italian Riviera charm.” The space is in fact super charming. There’s plenty of standard table seating, but there are also lots of plush couches and armchairs to lounge on.
15 Holiday Cocktails That Go Way Harder Than Your Elf On The Shelf
Holiday cocktails are by far my favorite genre of seasonal sips. As much as I love a ghoulish martini on Halloween or a romantic dessert cocktail on Valentine’s Day, holiday drinks are where it’s at. And by “holiday,” I pretty much mean all the weeks in between November 1 and about mid-January. So she is a lengthy season to say the last.
With many holiday parties only days away, I’ve already had friends hit me up about cocktail recommendations. The great thing about this time of year is that the options really are endless. You can go full-on fruity with a boozy punch, get decadent with a dessert inspired-sip or keep it classy with a festive twist on a classic cocktail.
Your Favorite Chili's Margarita Is Back for December (And We’ve Got Their Holiday Hours)
Last month, Chili’s had both margarita lovers and Wicked fans buzzing. The popular restaurant revealed that it would be rolling out two film-inspired cocktails: The Witches Brew Marg and The Good Witch Marg. And they want to keep that boozy momentum going with the return of a fan-favorite margarita for the month of December. To ensure that the holiday season remains as festive as possible, Chili’s is bringing back the $6 Merry Maker Marg.
This NYC Bar Serves A $21 Incredible Hulk Cocktail—And Yes, I Tried It
Elderly millennials, gather round and bring your Motorola RAZRs with you! I come bearing exciting news! Whether you’ve had the pleasure of trying an Incredible Hulk for yourself or heard about the cocktail via a rap song, chances are you’re familiar with the infamous drink. A true early 2000s gem, the Incredible Hulk got its distinct name because when you combine the two primary spirits, Hpnotiq and Hennessy, it turns green in color.
So get this, earlier this month I had an Incredible Hulk while visiting New York City and it was…wait for it…actually really good! It was one of the drinks served at Lower East Side cocktail bar, Lullaby.
Exclusive: “Southern Charm” Star Austen Kroll Shares His Go-To Holiday Drinks
When you’re counting down the days until the start of the holiday season, there’s a pretty good chance that you’re also eagerly awaiting the first sip of your fave festive libation. Mine is absolutely boozy eggnog (with dark rum please!). So when I had the chance to chat it up with Southern Charm alum Austen Kroll at Raising Cane’s Holiday Bike Giveaway in Times Square, I knew I had to ask about his favorites.
As the kiddos from the Harlem Boys & Girls Club jetted around in their shiny new bikes, I questioned Austen about his top NYC bars, his new THC seltzer line and his holiday drink go-tos. And I have to say that his favorite seasonal sips are pretty solid. Check ‘em out below and be sure to chime in with your own faves!
The Best Amazon Cyber Monday Deals On Frozen Cocktail Makers
If you live for a frozen margarita or an icey daiquiri, now is absolutely the time to take advantage of Amazon’s Cyber Monday deals on the best frozen cocktail makers. We’re talking steals from Ninja SLUSHi, Margaritaville and more. Whether you’re upgrading your home bar or finally treating yourself to that blender you’ve been eyeing, these deals make it easy to mix up bar-quality frozen cocktails at home. Plus, with Cyber Monday prices, you can stock up on accessories like margarita glasses, reusable straws and cocktail kits without breaking the bank.
The Coziest Boozy Hot Chocolate Ever—And The Ingredient You’d Never Expect
Who doesn’t love a boozy hot chocolate? Whether you’re camping with friends or “roughing it” in the backyard with a good book and your favorite blanket, it’s the perfect treat to cozy up to. What I love about boozy hot chocolate is that there are so many different ways to customize the drink depending on what you like. Want a hot chocolate that’s more decadent? You can opt for a cream liqueur. Want to up the booze factor? Simply swap liqueurs for a dark rum of whiskey.
Gorgeous Glassware Picks To Dress Up Your Bar Cart—And Your Holiday Cocktails
If the holiday season finds you mixing up stunning cocktails, then you 100% need glassware that’s just as dramatic. But if you’re busy planning holiday dinners and shopping for gifts for your friends and fam, you might find it hard to dedicate time to finding some fresh glassware to add to your bar cart. And trust me, there are an infinite number of glassware options online. So, to make things a bit easier for you, I’ve compiled a list of my favorite picks. And the best thing is they’re perfect for the holidays and beyond.
I Tried Applebee’s New Holiday Menu—And Their Take On The Espresso Martini Is A Game-Changer
Holiday cocktails are hands-down one of my favorite ways to celebrate this time of year. They’re a fun pick-me-up, and a great way to enjoy some downtime between holiday shopping and party hopping. And they seem to be everywhere this year, from chain restaurants to more upscale digs, you’d be hard-pressed to find a restaurant that doesn’t have a handful of festival cocktails on its menu.
Applebee’s happens to be one of those restaurants rolling out new sips during “the most wonderful time of the year.” In total, they have five new cocktails. And I was lucky enough to try all of them.
Thanksgiving Cocktails So Good They’ll Make You Forget About The Mac And Cheese
If your favorite Thanksgiving side dish is an Espresso Martini, then I think we’re meant to be real good friends. Seriously though, so much time is spent on Thanksgiving side dishes, desserts and mains, that cocktails get put on the back burner (right next to that pot of burnt rice). Trust me, your guests are going to want to have something delightful to sip on before, during and after dinner. And honestly, as long as you’ve got the right ingredients, crafting a cocktail that’ll have your guests raving into the new year, is pretty simple.