So, here my comeback posts.
My motto for the past few years has been "Good food and a damn good drink!" Sometimes, you have to start closest to home before all else.
Lansing has been my home for the last dozen years and the drink scene outside of the college area is definitely more prevalent than I think the locals seem to give it credit for. In the recent years, the breweries and distilleries have found their way to the area and has not disappointed anyone yet.
Zoobies in Old Town has stood the test of time and with their recent re-branding in the past few years, they have become a place to go to for a great drink with a unique pizza, thanks to their pizza counterpart, Cosmos. Due to these changes, they have won area awards and are a go to spot for all ages. Now, I brought this place up for a reason.
Zoobies is known for their Trust Us drinks and I promise, they aren't as terrifying as they sound. Keeping in mind any dietary restrictions you may have or absolutely nots, the bartender will make a drink from a list of drinks that only they know. The first time, I ordered this, the waitress brought back the most refreshing drink that reminded of a hot summer day, despite the March temperature outside. It was a vodka, soda water, lemon and couple other ingredients. Another one made me rethink how I felt about bourbon because of how smooth it was.
Another Old Town gem is called The Creole, which is exactly what you'd expect. A cozy New Orleans style restaurant and bar. I have only been there for a drink and appetizers, but I have yet to be disappointed. Their Hurricanes are not to be taken lightly (or on an empty stomach) and worth every penny.
This beautiful drink, I have found, is the perfect way to end a week and start a night out with the crew.
One last stop for Lansing?
Well, American Fifth is Lansing's first distillery and thanks to a friend of mine, I am hooked on this place. A5, we call it, changes their menu each month with drinks that the bartenders create and the owner chooses. As a regular, I would recommend sitting at the bar because watching them create your drink is an experience all by itself. Since they don't have a full liquor license, they have to make their own spirits and a lot of the ingredients for their creations. Plus, most of the ingredients that they buy are from local vendors. A crowd favorite is the Walking Dead and understandably so!
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| Walking Dead |
What I like about A5 is the fact that the bartenders get excited about their monthly creations and that excitement seems to be contagious, making you want to see what they release next month. I stopped by last weekend to catch up with a friend and we were able to see what they had for their November menu, just in time for Thanksgiving.
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| Turkey Feast |
Until next time...
