We’ll toast to these destinations any time.

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Sure, you might get a good cocktail just about anywhere.

But what about a great one?

San Francisco’s Chinatown

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For that, you may have to travel.

Here are 10 cities that are perfect for your next spirits-driven escape.

“This generation of our industry goes beyond making cocktails.

View of the Hollywood sign at dusk

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They’re true tastemakers reinvigorating the industry in a beautiful way.”

Though he hasn’t been personally, Collins says he’s “most excited to check outAccomplice Bar.

“Highlights include Thunderbolt, the SoCal neighborhood bar that is playful, technique-driven, and imbued with sunshine.

View from the French Quarter in new orleans to Downtown

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New York City

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Come on.

The attitude here is just different.

“There is no shortage of world-class cocktail bars in San Diego these days.”

Boat cruising past NYC skyline

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Chicago

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It’s not just the coastal cities that have all the fun.

I had a blast exploringDenver, Colorados cocktail scene.

you could never go wrong atThe Yacht CluborLady Jane’s.

Mural on wall in Old Town San Diego

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San Francisco

The state of California got one more nod from several of our bartenders.

From Buena Vista (home of the Irish coffee) to Trader Vic’s, and many others.”

We have access to an abundance of fresh ingredients and embrace a range of global influences.

Street with art deco architecture in Miami

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Washington, D.C.

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Need a drink in the nation’s capital?

There are plenty of spots to check out.

Here,Amazonia Barcaptivates with its fusion of Peruvian and Amazonian flavors.

Chicago River walk. Downtown. Morning. Financial District

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Commuter rail lines bisect the Lower Downtown District or LoDo in Denver, Colorado.

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People enjoying a beautiful day in busy Georgetown. Georgetown is a historic neighborhood in Washington DC filled with quaint shops and restaurants as well as Georgetown University,

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Bentonville Square Confederate Soldier Statue At Night

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