5 Pubs And Restaurants For Whiskey Lovers

One thing that can be said about whiskey drinkers is that they know exactly what they like. If you're beyond the well drinks at your local bar, consider one of these classy establishments, all of which offer a great selection of drinks along with proper atmosphere and tasty food options. This video was made with Ezvid Wikimaker.

5 Spots to Sample Great Whiskey

Name Location
Bourbons Bistro Louisville, KY
Gamlin Whiskey House St. Louis, MO
American Whiskey New York, NY
Tacos Tequila Whiskey Denver, CO
The Dead Rabbit New York, NY

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In Depth

If whiskey is your liquor of choice, you've come to the right place. Whether you prefer Kentucky bourbon, single malt Scotch, or anything in between, there are many establishments catering to your favorite beverage. Here, in no particular order, are five pubs, taverns and bistros you'll want to check out.

Up first, in the #1 spot, we have Bourbons Bistro in Louisville, Kentucky. Housed in a historic building, this bar and restaurant offers a selection of more than 130 different bourbons, including a barrel selection program. It offers a tasting flight that changes each month, as well as a daily happy hour.

The restaurant serves Southern-inspired cuisine featuring locally-sourced ingredients. Its menu showcases seasonal specialties and decadent alcohol-infused desserts. Guests can reserve the restaurant's indoor and outdoor event spaces for private parties. Local bourbon expert Jason Brauner is available for all-inclusive guided tours of local distilleries.

The restaurant serves Southern-inspired cuisine featuring locally-sourced ingredients.

#2 on our list is Gamlin Whiskey House. In addition to serving high-quality spirits sourced from distilleries around the world, this restaurant serves classic steakhouse fare. Its menu features hand-selected steaks, grass-fed beef and local ingredients. Gamlin Whiskey House's decor incorporates elements of copper and American white oak.

This eatery was founded by brothers Derek and Lucas Gamlin after the success of their first venture, Sub Zero Vodka Bar. In 2016, it joined the Green Dining Alliance, a sustainability certification program that works with restaurants in St. Louis, Missouri. The restaurant was featured on the first season of Cooking Channel's "Late Nite Eats."

Next up, in the #3 spot, we have American Whiskey. This spacious New York City restaurant is conveniently located one block from Madison Square Garden. It offers hand-picked whiskey selections, along with a Southern-inspired menu. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, and diners can enjoy inventive takes on traditional bar food.

The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, and diners can enjoy inventive takes on traditional bar food.

In addition to American spirits, the bar's collection features hundreds of globally sourced options, as well as beer and wine. Whiskey aficionados can try out different tasting flights and unique cocktails that change seasonally. The bar also offers a daily happy hour. Its interior features reclaimed wood, and space is available for private events.

Coming in at #4, we have Tacos Tequila Whiskey in Denver, Colorado. This Tex Mex eatery began as a food truck named Pinche Tacos. At three separate brick-and-mortar locations, guests can enjoy a selection of quality, small-batch tequila and whiskey, as well as cocktails and desserts.

Tacos served at this restaurant provide a modern twist on traditional Mexican street food. The menu uses local ingredients while staying true to authentic regional recipes. Catering is available for parties of any size. In 2015, it was included on HuffPost's list of ten best taco spots in the United States.

In 2015, it was included on HuffPost's list of ten best taco spots in the United States.

And finally, #5 on our list is The Dead Rabbit. This Irish bar is located in New York City. Whiskey lovers will want to check out The Taproom, located on the ground floor. In the bar's informal pub, patrons can enjoy Irish coffee, as well as pints of Guinness, in a casual atmosphere.

The Taproom also serves up hearty pub fare. On the second floor, guests will find The Parlor. This space offers innovative cocktails featuring an array of spirits, liqueurs, bitters and culinary influences. In addition to food and drinks, guests can take in musical performances. The Dead Rabbit also offers a space for private functions.