What a fine idea. What a magnificent imbibing emporium! In this beautiful and inviting room lined with bottle-filled bookshelves, leather chairs, a long bar, and soft golden lighting, I began to think differently about libraries.The Brandy Library, down on Moore Street in Tribeca, is an upscale lounge and bar that needs to be seen to be believed. There's a leather-bound menu showcasing the impressive list of spirits with just about anything and everything you can think of. The selection of brandy, cognac, armagnac, sherry, etc. is truly staggering - rivaling anything I have ever seen. They also have a well chosen array of more than 120 classic cocktails, a wine list, and tasting flights.
On a recent visit - my first, actually - I went straight for the cocktails ($14): Mandarin Carre (Rye Whiskey, sweet Vermouth, Mandarine Napoleon and Bitters) that will have you skipping down Bourbon Street, and a Creole Old Fashioned (Bourbon, Créole Shrubb, orange, cherry and bitters) that was an unusual twist on a classic. The cocktails came with delicious cheese gougeres, and service was friendly and prompt. Time ran out, unfortunately, but there's no question that I need to spend more time in the Library. Stay tuned.
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