Craft Cocktail Roundup: St. Augustine Edition
When I first moved to St. Augustine, my idea of a craft cocktail was a Sex on the Beach in a red solo cup from Panama Hatties - fellow Flagler grads, you know what I mean. After some wild college nights drinking all kinds of (less than) craft cocktails, I found myself on the other side of the bar, leaning just how meticulous the art of bartending can really be. Through my years in the industry, I watched the St. Augustine bar scene turn from wild college party bars to an incredible craft cocktail scene with some of the most talented mixologists i’ve ever seen. Don’t get me wrong, we still have some of those college hot spots, but if you find yourself still considering a Sex on the Beach a craft cocktail, do yourself a favor and scroll down to see some of the incredible things you’re missing!
Odd Birds
Where oddness rules. This well know craft cocktail hot spot is known for its Bartender’s Call. Simply sit at the bar and tell your bartender what you like. From there, they will craft you the perfect, one-of-a-kind cocktail. Sweet, spicy, smoky, sour? You name it, they’ll nail it! Even better? You never quite know what vessel your drink will be served in. Living up to their name, Odd Birds prides itself on unique garnishes and odd glassware that you won’t find anywhere else.
Drink Pictured: Pink Stork
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Ice Plant Bar
Inspired by the historical period of the early 20th century, Ice Plant Bar’s idea was to reintroduce their guests to a time where the experience of having a cocktail and a bite to eat was both healthful and enjoyable. Focused on the art and craft of mixing exceptional local ingredients in precise measurements to create perfect and unique flavor profiles.
Fresh, house-pressed juices and a wide assortment of bitters and specially developed syrups, result in stunning cocktails. Attention is paid to the smallest of details with three different kinds of ice, including a nod to the building’s original use as an Ice Plant, with a 300lb block of ice and custom cubes.
Drink Pictured: Watermelon Sugar High
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Forgotten Tonic
Forgotten Tonic is a hidden neighborhood gem located in the heart of St. Augustine's historic art district . They feature modern twists on freshly prepared American comfort food, an extensive wine list, hand-crafted cocktails & captivating southern hospitality.
Drink Pictured: Tourist Trap
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Boat Drinks
Boat Drinks is a state of mind, where the only thing frozen is their drinks. The cocktails are tropical, balanced and a frosty escape in a glass. Since one can't survive on cocktails alone, their kitchen and raw bar focuses on fresh, thoughtfully sourced seafood prepared using recipes developed during our travels throughout the Caribbean, Florida and the Gulf Coast. For their landlubbing guests, Boat Drinks offers plenty of plant- and land-based options with recipes developed throughout their travels. Whether you are a tourist or a Boat Drinks' regular, the team at Boat Drinks feels like you should eat and drink like a local. Come sail away with them.
Drink Pictured: Port Star
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Dos Gatos
Dos Gatos is Jacksonville’s original cocktail lounge. Located Downtown, directly across from the historic Florida Theatre, you'll find the art of the cocktail on full display nightly by a well trained cadre of cocktail artists. In St. Augustine? They've got you covered. DG St. Augustine is one of the only places to dance in the Old City. Don't miss the upstairs Lounge bar.
When your passion for drinking needs a home, their light is always on.
Drink Pictured: Le Disko
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We love the craft cocktail scene in St. Augustine, but it continues on throughout Northeast Florida! Stay tuned for our Craft Cocktail Roundup: Jax Edition! Cheers!