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Top of the Town 2023

The 5 Top Cocktails Around Lansing

Mar 19, 2024

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1 American Fifth Spirits

2023 Winner

112 North Larch Street
Lansing, MI 48912

What the Business Says: American Fifth Spirits was a dream in the making. We wanted to create a space where people could come to celebrate, discover, and take a load off. And only with the best, in-house, high-quality handcrafted spirits and cocktails. In 2015 we opened our Tasting Room and Distillery doors and have never looked back.

"They make their own spirits!"

"I absolutely love their creative handcrafted spirits; it is such a cool place!! It is wonderful that they utilize locally sourced ingredients to craft their delicious spirits."

"Love the diverse array of cocktails!"

"They have the best cocktails"

"Their craft cocktails are outstanding!"

— Why Locals Say American Fifth Spirits is a 2023 Best Cocktails winner!

2 One North Kitchen & Bar

2023 Winner

5001 West Saginaw Highway
Lansing, MI 48917

(517) 901-5001

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What the Business Says: A mid-Michigan favorite featuring a scratch kitchen, diverse menu, in a casual sports themed warm and friendly environment

"Best drinks in town! The seasonal drinks are the best!"

"Awesome drinks!!!"

"Good customer service."

"Love the peach bourbon cocktail"

"They pour a good martini."

"Great old fashioned"

— Why Locals Say One North Kitchen & Bar is a 2023 Best Cocktails winner!

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3 Zoobie's Old Town Tavern

2023 Second Place

1200 North Larch Street
Lansing, MI 48906

What the Business Says: We offer the best selection of craft beer, boutique wine, and classic cocktails in a single location in the greater Lansing area.

"Great staff"

"Fun cocktails"

"Seasonal changes and amazing staples. Craft ingredients and unique flavors"

"The just consistent quality of cocktail"

"The "Trust Us" never disappoints!"

— Why Locals Say Zoobie's Old Town Tavern is a 2023 Best Cocktails winner!

4 The People's Kitchen

2023 Runner Up

2722 East Michigan Avenue
Lansing, MI 48912

What the Business Says: Join us for Happy Hour! Wednesday - Saturday 3 pm - 5 pm

"They have fun and delicious cocktails!"

"Great food"

"Fantastic concoctions."

"Best food and workers"

"Unique drinks"

"Interesting cocktails."

— Why Locals Say The People's Kitchen is a 2023 Best Cocktails winner!

5 The Avenue

2023 Top 5

2021 East Michigan Avenue
Lansing, MI 48912

(517) 999-7549

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What the Business Says: Happening, late-night hangout featuring craft brews, cocktails & pub grub, plus regular live music.

"Great drinks"

"Love the non alcoholic options"

"Great atmosphere for cocktails"

"Fun place!"

"Great drinks and atmosphere"

"I like my cocktails with pinball and live music!"

— Why Locals Say The Avenue is a 2023 Best Cocktails winner!

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