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Best Craft Cocktails in Glens Falls: A Sip of Seasonal Delights

From seasonal flavors to expertly prepared drinks, you'll find some of the best craft cocktails in Glens Falls at the following bars, lounges, and restaurants, that rival big-city cocktail culture.

Fenimore’s Pub (The Queensbury Hotel)

The historic Queensbury Hotel offers craft cocktails at its cozy Fenimore’s Pub, where the fall cocktail menu is a seasonal highlight. Patrons rave about the Pumpkin Patch Martini, Smoked Apple Cider Margarita, and the signature Fenimore’s Old Fashioned.

One of their most popular drinks, the Toasted S’mores Espresso Martini, combines Stoli Vanilla vodka, Baileys S’mores cream, espresso, and chocolate bitters for a perfectly indulgent treat. As one patron noted, "Fenimore’s is a great happy hour spot with professional bartenders."

Park & Elm

At Park & Elm, a multi-concept eatery in Glens Falls, craft cocktails take center stage with an ever-revolving list of cocktails.

According to one customer, “The cocktails were top-notch, something you’d expect at a high-end place in Manhattan.” Whether you're looking for a bold, spiced drink or a refreshing beverage to sip on, Park & Elm’s bartenders will impress.

Mint

Mint in Glens Falls offers not only fresh, locally sourced food but also some of the best craft cocktails in the area. Their seasonal menu boasts drinks like the Apple Butter Margarita and the Sweater Weather Apple Manhattan, which capture the essence of fall.

Guests love the creativity of the cocktails, with one patron saying, “The cocktails are original and sooo good.” Mint’s daily happy hour from 4pm to 6pm makes it the perfect spot to enjoy a well-crafted drink.

Morgan & Co.

Morgan & Co. is a high-end dining destination in Glens Falls, but their craft cocktail menu also shines. From the Apple Cider Moonshine Martini made with local Springbrook Hollow Moonshine to the Espresso Martini, each drink is a testament to their dedication to quality.

Reviews highlight both the food and drinks, with one guest stating, “The service was great and we enjoyed the seasonal cocktails.” For a classic cocktail experience with a local twist, Morgan & Co. is a must-visit.

Adirondack Winery

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While known primarily for their wines, Adirondack Winery also serves creative craft cocktails at their Queensbury and Lake George locations. Their winter specialty cocktails include a Holiday Spritz, Cider & Spice, Spiced Berry Collins, Merry Smore, Christmas Cookies, High Peaks Manhattan, Fireside Expresso Martini, and the Hot Cowboy.

Their winter cocktail flight allows guests to sample a variety of flavors like Naughty but Nice, Winter Spiced Rum Punch, Jingle Juice, and Blackberry Bramble. One customer raved, “Their cocktails are delicious, and I was able to purchase ingredients to make them at home.”

The Golden Monkey Lounge

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The Golden Monkey Lounge is an elevated cocktail bar offering an array of eclectic, seasonal drinks. For an idea of what to expect - during the fall, highlights include the Beetlejuice Movie Night Cocktail, a melon and pineapple margarita, the Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini with house-made pumpkin syrup, and more.

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Known for its creative approach to cocktails, The Golden Monkey has developed a reputation for quality, with one patron noting, “Cocktails are divine, and the atmosphere is welcoming.”

Visit them on Facebook or at their website to see what their current cocktail list offers!

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Cooper’s Cave Ale Company

Praised for its ales and homemade sodas, Cooper’s Cave Ale Company in Glens Falls also delivers an impressive lineup of seasonal cocktails. 

The above photos are from their fall cocktail menu, but visit them on Facebook to see their latest offerings: Apple Pie Martini, Black Raspberry Margarita, Chocolate Peppermint Martini, Cranberry-Apple Mule, and more!

For the holidays, they also have a "Graham-Pa's Malt Ale" for the beer lovers.

Choose one of the above places the next time you're craving a cocktail in Glens Falls! Follow the link below to see where to get in on a happy hour in the area.

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About the Author: Erin Nudi Erin is an avid reader, yogi, jogger, and hiker living in Queensbury. When she's not perusing books at Northshire, Owl Pen Books, or Beldame Books, you can find her at a local event or park with her family.