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8 Showstopping Cocktails in NYC
NYC isn’t afraid of getting a little theatrical. Dazzling Broadway lights, soaring skyscapers and vibrant neon signs make it clear that showmanship and panache are part of the deal here—and even more so when it comes to nightlife.
The pizzazz-loving purveyors of these NYC cocktails recognize that an eye-catching presentation is just as essential to a drink as liquor, ice and a hearty shake. So if you’re ready to take your standard well drink up a notch, or five, turn to one of the City’s most over-the-top drinks. These libations flaunt exaggerated mechanisms, unusual vessels and glowing ice cubes. We guarantee they’re as fun to drink as they are to look at.
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