The Dutch
Andrew Carmellini's classic American restaurant The Dutch is a great place to start the night. The popular Soho spot is always busy, and it's easy to see why. In addition to great cocktails, the Dutch stocks dozens of whiskeys, and a particularly strong selection of bourbon.
What to Drink: The Bert Lahr - Laird's Applejack, St. Elizabeth allspice dram, boiled cider, lime
The Dutch, 131 Sullivan St., New York
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