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About
Dark, lively, and still unmistakably New York, Employees Only has the kind of confidence that comes from knowing exactly what sort of night it wants to offer. Tucked into the West Village on Hudson Street, it pairs serious cocktails with the energy of a proper late night room, so the experience feels more social and alive than many bars built around craft alone.
What makes it worth visiting is that balance between polish and momentum. Employees Only is one of the bars that helped shape modern cocktail culture in the city, but it never feels trapped by its own legacy. Instead, it still works as a place for a real evening out, with enough character, movement, and ease to make its reputation feel earned rather than preserved.
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This list does not claim to be up to date, complete or correct. The drinks and prices on the bar’s own menu are authoritative.
Grey Goose Vodka, St-Germain, Pureed Blackberries, Fresh Lemon Juice
Grey Goose Vodka & St-Germain, shaken with puréed Blackberries & fresh lemon juice. Served Up.
Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, Tomato, Rhubarb, Spices, Fresh Lime Juice
Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, Tomato, Rhubarb, Spices, Fresh Lime Juice, clarified with Milk & force carbonated. Served tall.
Patron Silver Tequila, House-made Grapefruit Cordial, Fresh Lime Juice, Dashes of Habanero Bitters
Patron Silver Tequila shaken with house-made Grapefruit Cordial, fresh lime juice & dashes of Habanero Bitters. Served over ice.
Maker's Mark Cask Strength Bourbon, Fresh Lemon Juice, EO Grenadine, Absinthe Bitters
Maker's Mark Cask Strength Bourbon shaken with fresh lemon juice, EO Grenadine & Absinthe Bitters. Served Up.
Almawe NA Blue Agave Spirit, Hibiscus, Elderberry, Ginger, Thomas Henry Cherry Blossom Tonic
Almawe NA Blue Agave spirit, with Hibiscus, Elderberry & Ginger, Topped with Thomas Henry Cherry Blossom Tonic. Served tall.
Jameson Black Barrel Whiskey, Tasso Ham, Apricot, Pistachio Orgeat, Fresh Lemon Juice
Jameson Black Barrel Whiskey infused with Tasso Ham shaken with Apricot, Pistachio Orgeat and Fresh Lemon Juice. Served Over a Large Ice Cube.
Grey Goose Vodka, Fresh Espresso, Hint of Cinnamon
Grey Goose Vodka shaken with fresh Espresso and a hint of Cinnamon.
Fords Gin, Wild Strawberries, Tahitian Vanilla, EO Prosecco
Fords Gin shaken with Wild Strawberries & Tahitian Vanilla, finished with EO Prosecco. Served Up.
Casa Lolos Sotol, Lychee, Plum Liqueur, Fresh Lime Juice, Egg White, Lavander Bitters
Casa Lolos Sotol shaken with Lychee, Plum Liqueur, Fresh Lime Juice, egg white & a dash of Lavander Bitters. Served up.
Patrón Añejo Tequila, Pumpkin, Caramel, Spiced Pear Liqueur, Coconut Milk
Patrón Añejo Tequila with Pumpkin, Caramel, and Spiced Pear Liqueur, clarified with coconut milk. Served Over a Large Ice Cube.
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