Pappy Van Winkle – it’s like the unicorn of the bar world. Over the years, this whiskey has become one of the most coveted things to drink but it’s nearly impossible to find since bars that stock it usually run out immediately. Find a bottle at a bar and consider yourself extremely lucky (even if it costs an arm and a leg per shot).
The next batch won’t be released until the fall but thankfully, our friends over at Eater have put together a handy little list of the 10 places you can drink Pappy Van Winkle in NYC, any time of year.
The NoMad Restaurant
Yet another reason to love the NoMad: they keep all of the Pappy bourbons including the 10, 12, 15, 20 and 23 year, as well as the 13 year rye, on hand for customers. 1170 Broadway, 212-796-1500, www.thenomadhotel.com/#/dining
Hakkasan
Finally, a reason to head to the neighborhood near Port Authority. This upscale Asian eatery carries Pappy 12 and 15, for $32 and $44. 311 West 43rd Street, 212-776-1818, www.hakkasan.com
Hudson Malone
Got deep pockets? Pony up $80 and a shot of Pappy 20 year can be all yours at this Midtown East saloon, with a heavy emphasis on brown liquors. 218 East 53rd Street, 212-355-6607, www.hudsonmalone.com
Whiskey Ward
A favorite hangout for serious whiskey drinkers, this Lower East Side spot stocks the 15, 20 and 23 year bourbons and the Pappy Family Rye. 121 Essex Street, 212-477-2998, www.thewhiskeyward.com
Eleven Madison Park
What better to go along with that $225 tasting menu than a rare Pappy? This 4-starred NY Times eatery has got you covered, with the 10,12,15, 20 and 23 year bourbons plus the 13 year rye. 11 Madison Avenue, 212-889-0905, www.elevenmadisonpark.com
Fette Sau
Barbecue and bourbon? Yes, please! This Williamsburg spot is serving up the 10 year Pappy for just $10 for an 8-ounce pour. We are excited, too. 354 Metropolitan Avenue, 718-963-3404, www.fettesaubbq.com
Experimental Cocktail Club
Known for it’s killer mixology program, you can now head downtown to this much buzzed about cocktail lounge for a quaff of 12 or 20 year Pappy. 191 Chrystie Street, www.experimentalcocktailclubny.com
Beast of Bourbon
The name kind of says it all, but this Bed-Stuy bar is all about whiskey and Pappy 15 and 20 year – plus delicious barbecue – is on the menu. 710 Myrtle Avenue, 347-789-9901, www.beastofbourbonbk.com
Booker & Dax
Part of David Chang’s Momofuku empire, this East Village drinks den is the place to be for 10, 12 and reserve rye, all $25 for a 1-ounce pour. 207 Second Avenue, 212-254-3500, www.momofuku.com/new-york/ssam-bar
The Penrose
The Upper East Side is quickly gaining attention as more and more spots open up in the ‘hood (Seamstress, The Gilroy, etc.) and this bar – part of the same team that runs Wilfie & Nell and The Wren – stocks the 15, 20 and 23 year varieties. 1590 Second Avenue, 212-203-2751, www.penrosebar.com
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