"The Los Angeles-area mini-chain is a favorite in Pasadena thanks to both its menu and the views from its rooftop bar on Lake Avenue. The Gran Fashioned may be a little more complex than its traditional namesake, but with its mix of Elijah Craig, housemade cherry-vanilla bitters (alongside orange and clove versions), molasses, and port cherry, it still strikes the right balance of sweet and bitter. Grab one and sit at the upstairs bar: The view past the spirits and bartenders is of the San Gabriel Mountains to the north, and it’s stunning, especially in the winter." - Vox Creative