15 Hottest New Cocktail Spots Around Atlanta

"The pan-Mediterranean spot, Ela, in Virginia Highlands is becoming a local favorite for their mezze-style dishes. But it’s their cocktails that bring a breezy, coastal feel to the meal. Sherry lovers (raises hand) rejoice, because the restaurant’s Lyre Lyre cocktail with Lustau manzanilla and amontillado sherries with spiced cocchi torino is a Spanish dream. The Spice Road cocktail is made with mezcal and the tangy berry spice, sumac. For a true night cap treat, dare to try the 2016 Vinsanto Domaine Santos made from dried grapes from Santorini, Greece. The caramel and nutty notes of the dessert wine feel like a hug after a good meal." - Molly Harris, Eater Staff