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"Geek bar" to open Downtown

Published April 4, 2013

A new bar, 42 Lounge, will open at the end of the month at 326 E. Mason St. Owners Lynn and Anthony Nilles say they are waiting on furniture delivery. The lounge will specialize in "all things geek

OnMilwaukee.com recommends, Dec. 29, 2012

Published Dec. 29, 2012

Smart chargers, clever lanterns, cocktails and more - find this and more in this week's OnMilwaukee.com Recommends.

Get in the holiday "spirit" with local seasonal libations

Published Dec. 7, 2012

Winter means more than shutting yourself up at home with Rumchata'd weekend coffee. Just like many of you have plans to deck the halls and light up your homes with a little festive glow, there's no reason why your palate should go, well, un-lit.

Thanksgiving libations: A primer for your holiday table

Published Nov. 19, 2012

Around this time of the year, food publications are full of advice about how to cook your turkey, make the perfect side dishes and wow your guests with the hippest new recipe for pumpkin pie. But, which libation should the savvy food-lover serve?

Packers fanatic cocktails

Published Sept. 13, 2012

These Jim Beam-fueled cocktail recipes are sure to liven up your game-viewing experience.

Local meets cocktail in The Great Sconnie Sip-Off

Published Sept. 13, 2012

You don't need to be paying particularly close attention to the restaurant industry to realize that "farm to table" is becoming a way of life. So, it's no surprise that the local concept is also being applied to the cocktails that people are drinking.

A signature spring cocktail can spice up a wedding reception

Published May 7, 2012

Sure, Milwaukee is world-famous for its prowess in beer making, but our city is gaining notoriety for its cocktail scene, too. We don't want to stop you from stocking your reception bar with Lakefront or Miller, but why not give props to our talented bartenders by featuring a local signature drink at your wedding (or another festive occasion), too?

Food & Wine: Milwaukee has "a surprisingly awesome cocktail culture"

Published April 30, 2012

The May edition of Food & Wine has a nice toast to Milwaukee within an article from Jim Meehan. "Milwaukee Bars: Cocktails with Attitude" mentions several local places and brands.

Featured bartender: Aric Weston of The Yard and Branded

Published Nov. 4, 2011

At first, Aric Weston, who pours at Branded and The Yard at the Iron Horse Hotel, didn't want to conduct this interview. But in the end, he came around, bought us whiskeys, introduced us to delicious Italian Amarena Fabbri cherries and gave great responses.

New Yorker Bar owner has deep roots in local bar / dining scene

Published Sept. 6, 2011

Sal Monreal, owner of The New Yorker Bar, 645 N. James Lovell St., was born into a family of restauranteurs. His parents owned the now-defunct El Matador Mexican restaurants, and he started the Jazz Estate and Caroline's, both still in business today.

Beyond Jack and Coke: Interesting cocktails made with soda

Published Aug. 25, 2011

Mixing alcoholic beverages with soda - also called "pop" or "coke" depending on where you're from - is most commonly done with cola and either rum or whiskey. However, some bartenders get creative with their hard soft drink concoctions.

Distil celebrates first Mardi Gras with classic cocktails

Published March 7, 2011

The carnival season is upon us and while Mardi Gras fun won't be difficult to find in area bars, Distil, 722 N. Milwaukee St., will celebrate its first Fat Tuesday with some hand-crafted cocktails, says manager Mike Edler.

Spam drinks?!

Published Dec. 7, 2010

When I saw a list of suggested drinks to enhance the experience of seeing Monty Python's "Spamalot," which rolls into the Milwaukee Theatre on Friday and Saturday, I was immediately horrified. Who would make a cocktail with Spam?! Then I looked more closely and realized this bevy of bevy ideas boasts nearly a trace of the compressed and canned meat.

Milwaukee's best lounge, 2010: Bryant's

Published Feb. 14, 2010

Milwaukee got quite a scare a few years ago when Bryant's, 1579 S. 9th St., closed after the death of its long-time owner Carl Malmberg. Thankfully, John Dye revived the place soon after. OnMilwaukee.com readers voted the South Side institution Milwaukee's best lounge in the 2010 Best Bars & Clubs poll.

Champagne makes a splash in summer sips

Published July 8, 2009

For those who like to put a little pop in their cocktail, we've got an announcement: Champagne -- or any fizzy white, like Asti Spumante or Moscato d'Asti -- is the new mixer.

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