Ooh This Could Be Dangerous: THE LIST'S LIST OF GREAT Beverages

Sweater weather, meet shaker season. As temperatures continue to drop, the DMV’s bars are leaning into winter mode with warming spices and cocktails built for long, cozy nights. We’ve rounded up the most sip-worthy drinks shaking (and stirring) the season.

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR 

Berry Bros Events: Del Mar is hosting a wine dinner on March 5th. The dinner will feature a champagne reception and a four course dinner. 791 wharf street; info here 

Champ Camp at DCanter: Champ Camp is back by popular demand for its second year at Dcanter. This immersive, walk-around Champagne tasting invites you to explore nine distinct styles of Champagne, featuring both legendary houses and boutique grower producers. Designed to be educational yet celebratory, Champ Camp helps guests discover their personal Champagne style while experiencing why the region remains the global benchmark for sparkling wine excellence. Buy tickets here for Saturday, February 21st. 

PlanetWine Wine Fest: Planet Wine is hosting an Australian Wine Fest on Saturday, February 21st. You will get to try over 30 of their favorite wines from Australia in the Number 9 Lounge. Sparkling, White, Orange, Rosé and Red wines will all be represented to showcase the stylistic perspectives of both classic and innovative winemakers across the country. Get tickets here. 

Blue Duck Tavern Anniversary:  Blue Duck Tavern will toast 20 years in the nation’s capital as one of the city’s most iconic restaurants in June 2026. To honor this monumental occasion, nationally recognized chefs, who formerly spearheaded Blue Duck Tavern, will return to prepare their signature dishes for a special dinner gathering accompanied by merrymaking over 2006 vintages from Blue Duck Tavern's Sommelier selections. The five-course feast will take place on Wednesday, June 10, with a champagne reception and hors d'oeuvres at 6 p.m. blueducktavern.com

NEW & NOTEWORTHY: 

Snowdaze (Happy Hour Alert): Hi Lawn and The Dome have transformed into Snow Daze social with free games and retro menus. Their happy hour is four days a week and features $10 cocktails and $5 shooters. 1309 5th street; hilawndc

Olympic Aspirations: Atlas Brewworks: To celebrate the 25th Winter Olympics season, Atlas Brew Works will offer a medal-winning flight of its award-winning beers for $2.50 off throughout the Milan games at all three locations. Atlasbrewworks.com

Olympic Aspirations: Jane Jane: In honor of the Olympic Games, Jane Jane is serving a trio of “Teeny Tinis”—three mini martinis inspired by the podium itself. The martinis include gold rush, silver daisy and bronze Adonis. 1704 14th street; Janejane

Rugby Tourney: Evening Star is the headquarters for Del Ray’s rugby championship. On Saturday March 15th they will be streaming all matches. 2000 mt vernon avenue

Such Elegance: Elegancia is a new cocktail bar that has opened in the Union market district. Their Latin-inspired menu features a cocktail-forward influence of offerings. 1280 4th street; Elegancia

F*ck Ice…Tray: For “drinking what we’ve all been thinking,” Immigrant Food’s new “F*CK ICE Trays” are now available for nationwide shipping. The ice trays are available in coral & blue ($22). 25% of profits from all Immigrant Food’s merchandise including the ice trays go towards supporting Immigrant Food’s longtime NGO “Impact Partners.” Buy here.

Bad Bunny Tracks: Based on Bad Bunny’s modern classic, Un Verano Sin Ti, Will Patton & team’s four new cocktails take inspiration from their favorite tracks. Each drink uses adventurous techniques to highlight themes from the song as well as paying homage to Bad Bunny's Puerto Rican roots, images here. All cocktails are paired with small bites from the kitchen. Plus, their latest "2000s Classics" themed menu is live in collaboration with art from local artists featured on the menu’s design. 1506 19th street; pressclubdc.com

Getting Our Protein: Colada Shop is expanding its menu with the launch of three new protein smoothies, designed to fuel the day with flavor, balance, and a tropical twist. Each smoothie is made with plant-based protein and finished with coconut cream. Try the Cafecito Energize with Banana, cold brew, chocolate, almond milk, plant protein powder, and coconut cream. coladashop.com

NOT NEW, BUT NOTEWORTHY: 

Bloody Well Good: Motorkat's new Bloody Mary program asks you "Are You Going By land or by sea? The by land drink includes Pork Belly, Candied Bacon, Wagyu Wiener, Andouille. The by sea drink includes Fried Oyster, Jumbo Shrimp, Grilled Octopus. 6939 Laurel Ave, Silver Spring, MD; .motorkat.com

Riviera Happy Hour: La Vie invites guests to unwind with its Riviera Happy Hour, a relaxed yet refined menu inspired by the flavors and ease of the Mediterranean coast. Available on weekdays and during a special weekend transitional window, the Riviera menu features shareable bites, seafood-forward dishes, and cocktails and wines priced for lingering, perfect for after-work gatherings, early evenings, and sunset plans by the water. Drink specials are offered throughout the menu, with selections starting at $6–$13.  88 District Square SW Floor 4.6; lavie-dc.com

How About a Little Jazz?: Bonne Vie, the French-inspired café bistro on U Street, is introducing a new weekly Thursday Jazz series, inviting you to enjoy live jazz performances paired with classic and house-crafted martinis. The series runs every Thursday from 7–10 PM throughout the month. Bonne Vie, U Street, Washington, D.C.; bonneviedc.com

New in Cleveland Park: Cork Wine Bar in Cleveland Park has opened. The wine program will feature a weekly rotation of fifteen wines by-the-glass, beginning with an opening-week selection spanning sparkling, white, red, rosé, orange wine, and cider, alongside a retail selection of approximately 350 bottles available to enjoy on site or take home. 3504 Connecticut Ave NW; corkny.com

Happy Rowing Hour (Happy Hour Alert): Happy Rowing Hour at Sisters Rowing Club, located within Sisters Thai in Tysons, has officially started. Drinks include a curated selection featuring a Bee's Knees (Gin, honey, lemon), the Paloma in Rome(1800, Campari, agave, lime, and grapefruit), and a classic Old Fashion. We also offer JOY BOY Draft Beer for $7 and a selection of Red, White, and Prosecco for $10. 900 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11238; sistersthaialexandria.com