5 to Try: Classic Cocktails

by Citysearch_Staff - 0 Reviews - 2,644 Lists

Updated: March 19, 2004

Across the country, the cocktail set is forgoing apple martinis and low-carb beers in favor of well-executed drinks. From a classic martini to a timeless Manhattan, find the best 1950s-era cocktails in Seattle.

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5 to Try

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Canlis Restaurant
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    2576 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109 (map)

    A sexy new cocktail menu offering pre-prohibition favorites--try the White Lady, made with Aviation gin, Cointreau, fresh lemon and egg white froth.

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average Mccormick & Schmick's Seafood
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    1200 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109 (map)

    Try a Moscow Mule or a Pisco Sour from the updated drink menu in honor of the American cocktail's 200th birthday.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Mona's Bistro & Lounge
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    6421 Latona Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115 (map)

    Well-composed classics like mojitos, sidecars, caipirinhas and moscow mules sit side-by-side with inventive new drinks at this neighborhood favorite near Green Lake.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Zig Zag Cafe
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    1501 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 (map)

    There's no better place for bourbon-based classics than this Pike Place hideaway, the perennial winner of "Best Bartender" awards.

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  1. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average SAMBAR
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    425 NW Market St., Seattle, WA 98107 (map)

    This stylish, intimate lounge has folks lining up for elaborate cocktails and unique surroundings.

  2. 6 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Suite 410
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    410 Stewart Street, Seattle, WA 98101 (map)

    A hidden Belltown lounge where cocktails are served the old-fashioned way.