August 11, 2017 | Food & Drink
Rosé season is winding down, which means its the perfect time to try a new cocktail. Keep the bubbly flowing with these 5 outstanding champagne-inspired cocktails around the city.
A refreshing cocktail with a twist, the Aperol Spritz is both cool and sweet. Concocted with Prosecco, club soda, aperol, and orange, the spritz is an ideal drink to have in hand while enjoying Assembly's unbeatable rooftop views of Logan Square. 1840 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., 215-783-4171
Known as one of the most authentic Italian restaurants in the city, owner Riccardo Longo often travels home to Italy to stay on top of the latest food and drink trends. On his most recent visit he was introduced to "Hugo", a bubbly cocktail that is sweeping the Italian and French Riviera. Crafted with Prosecco, Elderflower extract, fresh mint, and a splash of club soda, this thirst-quenching summer drink is exclusively sold at the Chestnut Street eatery. 1716 Chestnut St., 215-568-5600
This Chestnut Street parlour will transport you back to the pre-prohibition era when flappers adorned in glamorous jewels and slinky dresses ruled the world. Pumping out single-malt scotches and classic cocktails by the dozens, their list of imbibes is as impressive as their atmosphere. On your next visit, order up the Blackmail- a champagne-based cocktail made with rum, lime, honey, and blackberry. Trust us, you'll be begging the barkeep for another. 2006 Chestnut St., 215-665-0456
Enjoy every last drop of the season with this summer-inspired cocktail featuring St. Germaine Elderflower liquor and your choice of peach, watermelon or hibiscus. 3420 Sansom St., 215-386-9224
Calling all movie lovers! Bardot's sultry lounge atmosphere taps into the ambiance of Hollywood’s most lusted-after stars. Turn up the temperature with the Little Viking cocktail, made with aquavit, espolon blanco, blueberry shrub, and prosecco. 447 Poplar St., 267-639-4761
Another prohibition-based venue, The Franklin Bar is tucked inside the historic Franklin Mortgage & Investment Company: a front for America's largest alcohol ring dating back to the 1920s. While all of their cocktails are on our must-try list, the Parisian Divorce Court is right at the top. Made with Neisson Blanc, Creme de Pêche, Demerara, and Coupe, the drink is topped with champagne and a lemon pigtail. The perfect drink to end a long day of work. 112 S 18th St., 267-467-3277
Photography by: Michael Persico
