Permission
Cocktail bar · Washington Avenue ·
Whiskey bar with chic Jazz Age vibe, top cocktails, and rare pours
Whiskey bar with chic Jazz Age vibe, top cocktails, and rare pours
"This whiskey bar’s lineup of Old Fashioneds strikes a balance between elegance and flair. The Smoked Old Fashioned ($16) combines Elijah Craig bourbon, turbinado sugar, and Angostura bitters, with a finisher of aromatic cherrywood smoke. For a side of drama, try the Flaming Old Fashioned ($16), where a float of overproof rum is set ablaze. The Permission Old Fashioned with Maker’s 46 ($13), the Tequila Old Fashioned made with Herradura Reposado and mezcal ($12), and the Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned featuring Heaven’s Door bourbon ($16) complete the offerings." - Brianna Griff
"This bar has a reputation for its impressive whiskey selection, but diners highly praise its espresso martini, too. There is no iced coffee in sight and no shortcuts when the bartender mixes Permission’s take on the wildly popular cocktail. Instead, Permission uses fresh espresso to create deeper, richer coffee notes. It’s easy to spend a relaxing evening at this elegant bar with its soft lighting, warm tones, and enticing small plates menu ranging from ceviche to charcuterie boards." - Brianna Griff
"This luxurious bar is a whiskey lover’s dream. Featuring whiskeys from across the globe, Permission makes finding that elusive bottle of Weller, Blanton’s, or E.H. Taylor a little easier. There is also a bespoke gin and tonic for folks who might not be keen on brown liquor." - Brittany Britto Garley
"This local watering hole features an entire lineup of holiday cocktails, with fun spins on classics, including a salted caramel carajillo, a Cookies and Cream Espresso Martini, and a standout peanut butter Old Fashioned. This nutty rendition of this iconic cocktail mixes house-infused peanut butter bourbon, Angostura and orange bitters, and turbinado sugar for nostalgia in a glass." - Marcy de Luna
"This upscale Heights cocktail bar is known for its dark spirits but it’s got a menu of impressive cocktails, too, including a top-notch espresso martini. In Permission’s iteration, the drink is made with Reyka vodka, espresso, Mr. Black coffee liqueur, and Bailey’s." - Brittany Britto Garley