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| Movin' on Up: Upper East Side Hot Spots
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July 18, 2012
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Four years is up and it's time for another round...of drinks and of the Summer Olympics held this year in London! The winter and summer games bring nations around the world together to compete in a respected sport for the ultimate prize: the gold medal. Well, here at Shecky's we've decided to award the highest honor to Olympic size drinks because like the Olympics, drinking these epic drinks takes champions and sometimes teamwork. Whether you want to guzzle down a giant Beer Tower at Mudville 9 or keep it classy at the Clover Club, you won't be disappointed (or sober). Ready? Get set...make Zues and the Olympians proud!
- Jinee Son
Heidelberg
Let’s jump right into it and take a trip to Germany where the beer flows more than river water. We’ve all seen Beerfest—those Germans know how to drink! So spend your nights at Heidelberg and enjoy some awesome German food and of course, German-sized drinks! The Stiefel, more commonly known in the US of A as “das boot”, is one gold medal winner of a beer. It’s 2 liter glass filled to the brim with any draft beer of your choice. It’s a drink made for champions but be aware that a deposit must be put down before guzzling so be sure das boot doesn’t break!
Heidelberg 1648 2nd Ave. Bt. 85th & 86th Sts. (UES) 212.628.2332 |
The Collective
If you’ve never done the walk of shame, The Collective will be sure to make it an eye opening experience. Head on over to the Meatpacking District’s resto where the Walk of Shame Punch Bowl makes spiked prom punch bowls all across America weep in defeat. The sharable epic-sized drink consists of fresh berries, juices, honey syrup, Bacardi, and prosecco. If you’re heading over with a party that can squeeze into a prom limo then order the large ($95) and if it’s a smaller group gather get the smaller version ($55). Trust us, not even Zeus could handle this punch bowl by himself.
The Collective 1 Little W. 12th St. @ 9th Ave. (Meatpacking District) 212.255.9717 |
Gilt
Nestled in the famed Palace Hotel, Gilt does you winos justice with a simple upgrade from a regular wine bottle. The offerings of the large format wines allows the aging process to slow down, so every last drop is perfect in flavor. Château Bellefont-Belcier 1995 St.-Émilion, Imperial is one of the favored wines at Gilt and comes in the large formatted bottle. If you can’t finish it at the table (we don’t blame you), take it to-go and top yourself off when you get home or save it for an after-work treat!
Gilt 455 Madison Ave. Bt. 50th & 51st Sts. (Midtown East) 212.891.8100 |
Brother Jimmy’s
Everyone loves heading to Brother Jimmy’s to chow down on some good old fashioned BBQ but when it comes to big ass drinks that will literally knock you on your ass, don’t count Jimmy out. Swamp Water ($21) doesn’t sound as appetizing as a fruity cocktail but it does more damage than your average Appletini. Served in a 64 oz. fishbowl and a lot of straws, you and your friends can share this tasty beverage and get equally tipsy together! Bonding time over some Swamp Water never hurt anyone—Jimmy’s Swamp Water, that is.
Brother Jimmy’s 1485 2nd Ave. Bt. 78th & 79th Sts. (UES) 212.288.0999 |
Madam Geneva
If Madam Geneva was in the Olympics for best spiked punch, she might snag the gold medal before anyone else has a chance. The Horse & Carriage ($60) is made of Beefeater 24, Combier St. German, Chamomile tea, lemon juice, and citrus sugar. It’s garnished with flowers and various fruits to add an extra element that you’ll definitely notice while imbibing. The Horse & Carriage will take you on a fun ride but pace yourself, this stuff can be deadly.
Madam Geneva 4 Bleecker St. Bt. Bowery & Elizabeth St. (NoHo) 212.254.0350 |
Mudville 9
You may think Mudville 9 is just a sports bar but this joint can dish out some seriously huge drinks. When you hit the Mud, expect lots of beer especially if you drink it from a Beer Tower ($30). This 100 oz glass tube is filled to the brim of the beer of your choice! It has a spigot at the bottom so you can share with friends or suck straight from the teet of what makes us all happy—cold frosty beer!
Mudville 9 126 Chambers St. Bt. Church St. & W. Broadway (TriBeCa) 212.964.9464 |
Clover Club
When you walk into the Clover Club, you immediately feel a touch classier than you did outside of this chic bar. It’s the perfect place to drink more than the Greek Gods because you might think this place dropped from Mount Olympus as a gift from the gods. While you and the rest of your human friends indulge in the Boathouse Punch ($46), cozy up by the fireplace or lounge on the leather couches and chairs. Then throw praise up to the gods for giving you such a great gift!
Clover Club 210 Smith St. Bt. Baltic & Butler Sts. (Carroll Gardens) 718.855.7939 |
Bamboo52
The tropics have hit with the summer weather and when you’re feeling the heat, you hit Bamboo52! The Volcano Bowl is for all those imbibers who seek danger. In other words, if James Bond was on a tropical island, he’d knix the martini and grab one of these flaming babies! How could you not? When something is literally on fire, there’s no way you can resist. The bowl is sharable but we think Bond could handle this all on his own, no fire extinguisher needed. Do you dare to savor every last drop by yourself? Only the strongest (with the most drinking experience) will survive!
Bamboo52 344 W. 52nd St. Bt. 8th & 9th Aves. (Hell’s Kitchen) 212.315.2777 |
1534
Forget the punch bowls and enter vintage shakers—a different way to get your drink on. Don’t get us wrong, we love the creatively designed punch bowls restaurants serve their punches in but 1534 does more than that. This French-inspired bar offers the vintage shaker ($65) that serves up to 6 people. Fill those teacups with the Goddess of Dreams Punch and you’ll think your dreams are coming true with every sip!
1534 20 Prince St. Bt. Elizabeth & Mott Sts. (NoLita) 212.966.5073 |
Death & Co.
Don’t be alarmed, you’ll live another night at Death & Co. Though we can’t promise your head won’t ache the next morning. It’s encouraged to share the Bloodhound Punch ($42) because you’ll end up a walking zombie if you try to coax Elijah Craig 12yr Bourbon Whiskey, fresh lemon juice, Don’s Mix #2, blueberry syrup, and club soda by yourself. A large block of ice steadies the center of the punch bowl, keeping your drink chilled on those warm summer nights. Keep cool at Death & Co.—just be sure you’re in the company, not the death...
Death & Co. 433 E. 6th St. @ Ave. A (East Village) 212.388.0882 |
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