The temperatures are dropping in Denver, and the city’s cocktail bars are heating up with creative winter warmers that will keep you cozy and delighted. From earthy fall flavors to herbal backbones, here are three Denver cocktail bars serving spiced winter warmers that you won’t want to miss:
1. Poka Lola Social Club
Poka Lola Social Club is a hotspot for craft cocktails located in the Dairy Block district. Their Deadly Nightshade cocktail is a standout, crafted with Del Maguey Vida mezcal, black peppercorn, and a layer of purple mezcal on top. The drink’s name pays homage to Lana Del Rey’s track "Ultraviolence," which features the line "He used to call me DN / that stood for deadly nightshade / 'Cause I was filled with poison / but blessed with beauty and rage."
With its herbal backbone and velvety mouthfeel, this cocktail is a true showstopper. Poka Lola Social Club’s commitment to using high-quality ingredients and innovative techniques is evident in every drink they serve.
2. Room for Milly
Tucked away in downtown Denver, Room for Milly is a sophisticated bar that offers an elevated twist on the classic New York Sour. The Continental, their signature cocktail, combines cognac, pineapple, saffron, and a red wine meringue floating on top of the glass. This drink finds balance from its herbal backbone and velvety mouthfeel, making it a must-try for any mixology enthusiast.
3. Call Me Pearl
Located inside The Rally Hotel in McGregor Square, Call Me Pearl is a charming bar that offers creative cocktails with a focus on spice. Their Rye & Chai cocktail is a standout, featuring housemade chai falernum made with ingredients like cloves, ginger, lime zest, and almonds.
With its complex blend of flavors and subtle cardamom bitters finish, this drink is perfect for sipping while cozied up by the bar. These three Denver cocktail bars are serving up some of the city’s best winter warmers this season. From earthy fall flavors to herbal backbones, there’s something for everyone on these menus.
So why not grab a warm cup and head to one of these bars to try one (or two!) of their spiced winter warmers?
