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Find Your New Favorite Drink at One of These 9 Cocktail Spots in the Albany, NY Area

If you're searching for a delicious craft cocktail while in Albany, you're in luck! We’ve put together a list of must-try places to discover your new favorite boozy beverage. These spots will introduce you to creative and exciting drinks that you're sure to love. Whether you're looking for a relaxed evening or a fun nightlife scene, these bars have it all. So raise a glass and cheers to trying something new!

Lost & Found Bar & Kitchen

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The next time you're looking for some tasty concoctions, stroll over to Albany's Warehouse District, where you'll find Lost & Found Bar & Kitchen. This local hotspot offers plenty of refreshments with signature drinks, like the “Frozen Bahama Mama” or Strawberry Lemonade. The atmosphere, both inside and outside, is cozy yet lively—perfect for kicking back and sipping your favorite drink.

The Fox and The Burn

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Get ready to experience the ultimate dining destination in the Capital District: River Street Market! Boasting 7 excellent eateries, you can find all sorts of delicious items, such as zesty tacos and burgers or smoothies and juices. If elevated drinks are your thing, be sure to check out The Fox and The Burn—they have an incredible selection of small plates, local beer and wine, and craft cocktails. From seasonal cocktails like their Mistletoe Margarita to boozy hot chocolate, this spot has whatever you’re in the mood for.

Dove + Deer

Stop by Dove + Deer in the heart of Downtown Albany - a neighborhood pub with something for everyone. Enjoy delicious sandwiches and full-plate meals. For a refresher, try "The Grocer," an exquisite vodka-based drink featuring elderflower, grapefruit, lemon, and rosemary simple syrup. With plenty on the menu at this local treasure of Albany's eatery scene, it'll be hard not to have a good time.

Savoy Taproom

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Get your appetite ready for Savoy Taproom! Located on Lark Street in Downtown Albany, their menu features delicious sandwiches and wraps, hearty burgers and wings, or larger plates with chicken, salmon, and steak options. Pair your food with a unique cocktail like "Pink Jeans," where spring fruit flavors are blended to create an unforgettable taste experience.

Wellington’s

Enjoy a taste of amazing fare at Wellington's, Albany's premier bar and restaurant inside the Renaissance Albany Hotel. Order delightful craft cocktails surrounded by all that Downtown Albany has to offer. You can choose a drink from their extensive menu to complement your delicious fares, like Faroe Island Salmon or Capitol Burgers, for an unbeatable experience in this historic capital city.

City Line Bar and Grill

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Visit the City Line Bar and Grill on Western Ave for a great experience during any meal! Whether you're in the mood for lunch, dinner, or a weekend brunch with friends, indulge yourself with their incredible selection of fare and drinks. They have an expansive menu featuring cocktails and mocktails with unique and fun names like “Wanna Peach of Me” and “I Mint to Leave the Booze Out.”

The Loft @205

Check out The Loft @205, a chic dining and drinks venue on Lark Street. Their menu boasts a Creamy or Black Espresso Martini for coffee enthusiasts. The martini is crafted with a local company’s Death Wish vodka, Baileys, hazelnut liqueur, Kahlua, and cream. In addition, the Lark St. Poké Bar, their sister location, offers healthy fare for your refueling needs.

The Bishop

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Experience a beef and bourbon adventure like you never have before! The Bishop is the ultimate spot for culinary creations crafted by an award-winning chef. Their masterful bartenders can pair your food with an unbeatable selection of bourbons and ryes that will leave your taste buds amazed!

Albany Distilling Bar & Bottle Shop

Looking for a one-of-a-kind atmosphere to enjoy some craft cocktails? Check out the Albany Distilling Company Bar & Bottle Shop! Sit outside and soak up some sun with friends while enjoying their delicious cocktails, crafted with their made-in-house rum, vodka, and whiskey. While you’re there, munch on tasty fare from DeFazio’s Pizza, right next to the Bar & Bottle Shop.

The next time you’re in the mood for something exciting and different, try one of these spots. Albany has a copious amount of fabulous bars with signature craft cocktails just waiting to be discovered. So cheers, and enjoy your Albany cocktails adventure!

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