7 Calgary bars with drinks to keep you warm this holiday

The cocktail culture in Calgary is overflowing with possibilities – especially during the holiday season. From new and trendy lounges to bars that bring back an old-school vibe, stay warm this holiday season with creative concoctions at these spots. [Photo credit: istockphoto.com/ca/portfolio/mmeemil]

7 Calgary bars with drinks to keep you warm this holiday
Seema Dhawan By

Proof Cocktail Bar

1
1302 1 St Sw, Calgary, AB T2R 0V7

The proof is in the potion at this upscale, old-fashioned cocktail bar that has quickly built a reputation for serving fine drinks. Sip cleverly titled drinks such as a Sailor's Solace and Fire in the Pharmacy and warm up with gin, tequila and more.

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Tasty Tribe Hospitality Group Ltd

2
1131 Kensington Rd Nw, Calgary, AB T2N 3P4

Few drinks bring Christmas warmth like a hot cup of mulled wine. At Winebar Kensington, the wine is mulled with spices from right across the street at The Naked Leaf. Try the traditional drink made with red wine and a blend of spices or sip on some apple cider. Mulled wine is served on Saturdays in December and featured frequently during the other winter months.

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The Wednesday Room

This 60s-inspired lounge opened its doors just before the end of 2017 in Calgary. Try a pour of the Afternoon Delight (made with apricot brandy, egg white and lemon yuzu) for some holiday cheer or be a rebel and end an evening with a Vesper martini or Monk's Revenge.

Shelter

Take shelter from the cold in this pre-Prohibition-style cocktail lounge and wine bar that publishes its Instagram posts in Morse code. Order the Cellar Mix and create a custom cocktail by picking your base spirit, flavour profile and even your type of glass. Or, pick from cellar mixes and Old World cocktails.

Bridgette Bar

3
739 10 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0B3

Staying warm with someone special this winter? Order the Knight We Met, a mix of bourbon, dark rum, cascade hop syrup, grapefruit and lime bitters or pour down a few Awkward Moments (made with gin, pisco and bubbles) to smooth over the drink's namesake.

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The Guild

4
200 8 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1B5

Sub Rosa is a lounge tucked away under The Guild restaurant on Stephen Avenue. Only open on Friday and Saturday evenings, Sub Rosa’s grand leather couches and décor – paired with its extensive drinks list – make it a hot spot for drinks to warm up on a weekend and dance the night away.

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Una Pizza & Wine

5
618 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S 0B4

If wine is where your heart finds warmth, head to Frenchie’s on 17th Avenue, situated behind UNA Pizza and Wine. Indulge in a selection of continually-changing wine or stay warm with a cocktail at this intimate 15-seat wine bar.

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