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Spirits Guide CBD / WAREHOUSE DISTRICT Bar Marilou, housed in the Maison de la Luz hotel, is a luxury bar that drips with French elegance and an otherworldly red ambiance. Their new Deux Fois Deux deal gives you a perfect experience, with two featured cocktails, such as the Brave Margot or Sans Souci, and two small plates, all for $45. 544 Carondelet St., 504-8147711, barmarilou.com Briquette is a contemporary restaurant that features an inviting bar and open kitchen. Not only are their cocktails famous among diners, but Briquette was also awarded the Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence” in 2020. Make a reservation for the Jackson Family Wine Dinner on November 12 for an evening to remember. 701 S. Peters St., 504302-7496, briquette-nola.com
NOLA Caye is a Caribbean-inspired restaurant with imaginative cocktails. One of their signature drinks, the “Climate Change,” is a hibiscusinfused margarita with a hot threechili ice ball in the drink, making it hotter the longer you wait. Their Bloody Jerk cocktail is a necessity on every visit. 898 Baronne St., 504-3021302, nolacaye.com
Carmo has launched a brandnew cocktail menu with amazingly inventive options. Don’t miss their new Happy Hour from 3 - 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, featuring a $3 specialty imported beer, $4 well drinks, and $5 glasses of house wine. Also ask about their $5 daily featured cocktail every Tuesday through Thursday night. 527 Julia St., 504875-4132, cafecarmo.com
The Sazerac House features a collection of merchandise from local partners, such as coffee from PJ’s Coffee, stationery by Alexa Pulitzer, and pralines from Aunt Sally’s. During the month of December, they are offering free shipping on purchases on their website (certain restrictions apply). The Shop at the Sazerac House is open Tuesday through Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 101 Magazine St., 504-910-0100, sazerachouse.com
Craft Tavern proudly serves distinguished takes on American dishes, with their cocktails given just as much attention as their steaks. Their original cocktails include the Legacy Smash, with bourbon, strawberries, and fresh mint, and the Watermelon Crawl, highlighting vodka, watermelon juice, and lemon. 700 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-6132350, legacykitchen.com
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Josephine Estelle is a restaurant that offers a casual experience with great food. They have two beautiful bars and a fabulous drink menu, and you’re guaranteed great service for your before-dinner (or anytime) drink. Their Balcony View cocktail is a citrus and hibiscus wine spritzer that pairs perfectly with their brunch menu. 600 Carondelet St., 504-930-3070, josephineestelle.com
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Seaworthy is the perfect place to enjoy spirits and seafood. One of their house cocktails, the Sherman’s Cup, is a mix of blackberries, citrus, and rosé. During their Happy Hour, house punch, wine, and beers are all reduced in price, giving you more reasons to sing shanties with your friends. 630 Carondelet St., 504930-3071, seaworthynola.com
