Market Watch, April 2018

mwBAR NIGHTCLUB OPENINGSOphelia Brings 1920s Glamour To NYC Rooftop SpaceLocated on the 26th floor of the Beekman Tower in Midtown East in Manhattan Ophelia opened in February with panoramic views of New York City The rooftop lounge a collaboration between Merchants Hospitality and real estate developer Public Agenda highlights signature drinks inspired by the early to mid 1900s Standouts range from the Ophelias Ascension made with Del Maguey Vida mezcal infused in house with Jamaican pepper Makers Mark Bourbon The Bitter Truth Jerry Thomas bitters activated charcoal and house made smoked palm syrup served in a smoked glass to the Purple Tuxedo which mixes Empress 1908 gin Brennivín aquavit Montanaro Bianco vermouth Pernod absinthe John D Taylor Velvet Falernum liqueur and Fee Brothers Plum bitters garnished with edible gold flakes cocktails range from 16 28 Ophelia also offers a selection of wines and beers as well as refined bar fare including caviar lobster spring rolls pork belly sliders and lamb lollipops 15 195 Along with an outdoor terrace and private seating area the space showcases historic curiosities and treasures from 1930s tarot cards and antique silverware to record players and flapper hats Ophelia celebrates the 1920s and 30s with its glamorous bar signature cocktails and curiosities suchs as 1930s tarot cards antique silverware and record players Bay Area Nightlife GroupEnters Hotel Bar SceneSan Franciscos Tonic Nightlife Group forayed into hotel bars in February with the debut of Nokturnal in the citys Hotel Epik A welcoming hotel bar by day and a high tech and whimsical lounge at night Nokturnal features a futuristic touch screen bar top that displays changing colors images and games The bar has a varied list of spirits forward drinks including a Hibiscus Mule on draft Highlights include The Thing Under Your Bed mixing locally made St George Terroir gin and Lo Fi Dry vermouth and the Chupacabra compris ing Avión Blanco Tequila Ancho Reyes Verde Poblano and Gran Classico Bitter liqueurs lemon juice and soda water cocktails are 12 Nokturnal also offers a range of beers 5 7 a draft pour bottle or can and a handful of California wines by the glass 11 14 mw Laura Pelnerv Emphasizing music and cocktails The Seville opened in February in an underground space inside The James Hotel in Manhattans NoMad district The chic bar highlights classic drinks with updated takes on the Old Fashioned Highball and Rob Roy as well as spirits and Champagne bottle service v The tropical lounge Del Mar opened in February in San Franciscos Marina District The venue which features built in swing chairs a DJ and a dance floor offers brightly colored cocktails made with house infused spirits punch bowls and slushies as well as wine on tap and beers from the likes of Maui Brewing and Kona Brewing v Chicagos Heisler Hospitality unveiled Ludlow Liquors in February in the citys Avondale neighborhood The venue has a cocktail program that allows guests to order several drinks by the ounce in addition to standard sized cocktails craft beer a handful of wines and such food items as eggrolls and rib tips v Tiny Victories opened in February in Dallas Oak Cliff neighborhood The 40 seat venue from local hospitality group This That Co with a bar program led by Dallas mixolo gist Ryan Payne has a varied cocktail menu that includes several classic drinks and new creations mw L P Drinks Move Underground In NYC San Fran Goes Tropical Chicago Gets Creative PHOTOS BY LEFT LIZ CLAYMAN RIGHT PATRIK HALEYNokturnal in San Franciscos Hotel Epik boasts a futuristic touch screen bar top APRIL 2018 MARKETWATCHMAG COM MARKET WATCH 13MW0418_