Bars & Clubs - July 3, 2009
Uncorked: A tribute to the American cocktail
With Independence Day weekend approaching, it seems appropriate to highlight the alcoholic beverage so distinctly American -- the cocktail. We list some of the perennial classics, possible origins and their corresponding original recipes. If you are looking for some inspiration this weekend, try one of these libertarian libations.
Tags: american cocktails, mint julep, martini, old fashioned, sazerac

Bars & Clubs - Feb. 14, 2009
Milwaukee's best martinis, 2009: Hi-Hat Lounge
Tradition says a classic martini is a cocktail made with gin and dry vermouth. Inviting vodka to the party has, more recently, opened the floodgates and significantly blurred the lines of martini qualifications. Most of what you see today is just a frou-frou drink in a martini glass. But, regardless of your flavor preference, a good drink is a good drink, and the readers of OnMilwaukee.com know one when they have one. That's why it's no surprise they chose the Hi-Hat Lounge as purveyor of the city's best martinis.
Tags: best of, bar month, martini, hi hat lounge, angelo's

Bars & Clubs - April 27, 2008
Viridarium is the Third Ward's new little hideaway
Third Ward cocktail lounge Viridarium has been open since December, though you may not have known it. Tucked away from the bustle of Broadway or Milwaukee Street, the cozy, comfortable bar sits on the corner of Jackson and Corcoran.
Tags: viridarium, third ward, lounge, manny fuentes, summerfest, martini

Bars & Clubs - Feb. 29, 2008
Take the Milwaukee Challenge: Hi-Hat vs. Elsa's martinis
When surveyed about Milwaukee's best martini shakers and stirrers, OnMilwaukee.com's readers chose Hi-Hat Lounge and Elsa's on the Park. We sent our editorial staff to put each establishment to the test. Here are the results.
Tags: milwaukee challenge, martini, hi-hat lounge, elsa's on the park, cosmo, vermouth

Milwaukee Buzz - Feb. 10, 2008
Sunday Sound-off: How many martinis will you drink during an outing?
Whether you like your martinis mixed with vodka or gin, “up” or on the rocks, dry or sweet, dirty or with a twist, the question remains: What's your limit?
Tags: martini, martini bar, vodka, gin, dirty, Cosmopolitan, "Lipstick Jungle"

Arts & Entertainment - Dec. 9, 2008
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She teeters on the edge of the chair, wearing a blonde helmet of big hair and enough mascara to eclipse the sun.  Her skin is a burnished tan.  Her face is too tight to smile.  She is stitched into a glittering cocktail dress that just barely contains her two inflated breasts aimed...
Tags: party, martini, wives