5 to Try: Exotic Cocktails
By Anna Roth, Seattle Editor
From a douglas fir martini to a drink made with a rumored aphrodisiac and hallucinogen, find the most exotic cocktails in Seattle.
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Cascadia
2328 First Ave, Seattle, WA
For a quintessential Northwest experience, try the Alpine Martini--Absolute citron floating on a "snowball" of douglas fir sorbet, garnished with a pine needle. -
Thaiku
5410 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA
There's a strict one-per-customer limit on the Yohito, a mojito made with the African herb yohimbe, rumored to be an aphrodisiac, stimulant and mild hallucinogen. -
Smarty Pants
6017 Airport Way S, Seattle, WA
The Bacon-Tini is not for vegetarians. It's a salty concoction of Absolut Peppar, liquid smoke, celery salt and Worcestershire, garnished with a crispy piece of bacon. -
Qube
1901 Second Ave, Seattle, WA
Try the Berry Spicy, a blend of house-made clove-infused gin, pineapple syrup and muddled raspberries and ginger. -
Roxy's Diner
462 N 36th St, Seattle, WA
Order a Pickletini to complement your pastrami sandwich; it's a dirty gin or vodka martini made with pickle juice.
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SAMBAR
425 NW Market St., Seattle, WA
This stylish, intimate lounge has folks lining up for elaborate cocktails and unique surroundings. -
Wasabi Bistro
2311 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA
This modern sushi house's slick lounge has become a destination for fans of trendy sake cocktails.
