The Best Bars and Cafes in Philadelphia Right Now

The Best Bars and Cafes in Philadelphia Right Now

Whether you’re sipping a Japanese whisky or enjoying a traditional chai, these 9 spots reflect Philly’s booming drinks scene.

The Philadelphia Bar Inspired By Japanese Cocktail Culture

For example, if a guest wants something shaken, refreshing, semi-sweet, and autumnal, with no restrictions on it, Scott might offer up a Penicillin riff by leaning into barrel-aged spirits like apple brandy, Calvados, rum, or cognac and lemon. “Ours is a little smoky with tartness from citrus and a bite of ginger. I’ll use our honey syrup, shio koji for savory notes, pull back on scotch, and throw in barley shochu in there for earthiness,” Scott…