It can be easy to stick with the same drink order at the bar. But what if you switched it up and tried something new—or even a little whacky? Baton Rouge bars stock more than simple syrups and fruit toppings. Locals can explore everything from egg whites to sage leaves to balsamic vinaigrette in their craft cocktails. Add some variety to your night on the town with one of these unique cocktails.
White Walker at Hayride Scandal
This foamy drink is made from aged Haitian rum, sage and egg white served in an elegant martini glass. hayridescandal.com
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Spring Affair at Olive or Twist
What better way to kick off the spring than with this herbal libation? It’s made with gin, Nardini Acqua di Cedro, lavender bitters, lemon, honey, egg white and rosemary. oliveortwistbr.com
Garden Basil Martini at BLDG 5
Bring the feeling of a garden party to your taste buds. This upscale martini is made with vodka, basil, lime, triple sec, simple syrup and topped with edible flowers and other fresh picks from the garden. bldg5.com
Reve Pink Moon at Reve Coffee Lab BTR
Are you feeling sour or sweet? This Reve treat is packed with tart and refreshing flavors including dark rum, lemon juice, orange liqueur, muddled blueberries, cardamom bitters and molasses bitters. revecoffeeroasters.com
Strawberry Basil Daiquiri at Tallulah Crafted Food and Wine Bar
Balsamic vinegar isn’t just for salads. This Strawberry Basil Daiquiri is made with Myer’s Dark rum, strawberries, basil, balsamic vinegar and lime for a sweet and tangy frozen getaway. tallulahrestaurant.com
The Sage Yourself at Kalurah Street Grill
We could all use some good energy. Why not try this revitalizing cocktail? It’s shaken with Sugarfield Spirits gin, Domaine De Canton ginger liqueur, simple syrup, lemon juice and sage leaves. kalurahstreetgrill.com
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The Legal Tender at Gov’t Taco
Adults like lemonade, too. The Legal Tender, also known as an adult campfire lemonade, is equal parts smoky, spicy and sweet, featuring Banhez mezcal, passion fruit liqueur, Ancho Reyes Verde chile poblano liqueur, lemon and cucumber bitters. govttaco.com
Monkey Around at Blend
This bold drink isn’t for beginners. It is made with Monkey Shoulder scotch, 10-year-old Laphroaig green chartreuse and Luxardo Sangue Morlacco aged cherry liqueur. blendbr.com
This article was originally published in the May 2022 issue of 225 magazine.