Old Fashioned, New Cocktails: The Best Chicago Spots for Old Fashioned Week
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The Old Fashioned is a traditional (and long-time favorite) drink that has been part of the cocktail world since the early 1800’s. Made with simple ingredients (a couple dashes of bitters, sugar, bourbon whiskey and an orange slice garnish for the uninitiated), this cocktail is the base for countless other iterations and recipes that can be found in bars across the world, including quite a few in our great city! Chicago Old Fashioned fans are about to be very excited because…
Old Fashioned Week with Elijiah Craig is now in action at bars throughout the Windy City and suburbs! Through October 20, bars and restaurants will be offering both classic and new twists on this iconic cocktail, all while supporting the great cause of the Southern Smoke Foundation, which assists bar and restaurant workers in times of need.
The team at Elijah Craig has created fantastically smooth small batch bourbon with just the right balance of rich flavor and full body that’s perfect for the spirit-forward Old Fashioned. It’s sweet and spicy and perfect for fall!
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Ready to get your cocktail on? Let’s go! These are our top 10 spots to imbibe in the week ahead (and really any time!), all in different Chicago neighborhoods…
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Lazy Bird (Fulton Market): For a first date cocktail night that will impress
Bar Siena (West Loop): To start your night out with drinks and fun times
Pilsen Yards (Pilsen): Make the most of any last minute patio weather at this epic indoor/outdoor spot
Untitled Supper Club (River North): The speakeasy vibes at this River North bar make every Old Fashioned taste that much better
Nine Bar (Chinatown): Visit Chinatown’s only cocktail bar
The Getaway (Ravenswood): This is a can’t miss, good Old Fashioned neighborhood bar ;)
Best Intentions (Logan Square): Bring your whole crowd for a fun night out
Taureaux Tavern (The Loop): After work Old Fashioneds never tasted so good
Dorian’s (Wicker Park): Head through the record shop to this secret cocktail bar
The Salt Shed (Goose Island): Live music + Old Fashioneds with friends = a great night out in Chicago
Learn more about Elijah Craig and all the Old Fashioned Week specials - Then head out to your favorite Chicago cocktail bar!
By Kaleigh Glaza | Market Editor