In Mobile, cocktails come with a garnish of history shaped by 325 years under six flags resulting in a drinking scene that blends Gulf Coast hospitality with serious culinary ambition. At the Noble South, libations like the Velvet Elvis—a mix of bourbon, chicory, and Luxardo liqueur with egg white—play well with chef Chris Rainosek’s Michelin Bib Gourmand award-winning fare. Meanwhile, James Beard semifinalists like Arwen Rice of Red or White and Jim Smith of The Hummingbird Way continue pushing Southern flavors in inventive directions. At the latter, innovative cocktails like a tallow-infused Sazerac called All the Way Home can be enjoyed with chicken-fried frog legs. Or at Rice’s gourmet shop, pork osso buco pairs beautifully with a sommelier-led wine tasting. Downtown, handcrafted cocktails and local brews fuel the city’s lively entertainment district. The Haberdasher mixes scratch-made libations with neighborhood charm, while Braided River Brewing Co. pours sustainably crafted beers.
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