2014 Food & Drink Awards nominees: Best new cocktail bar

With the art of mixology at an all-time high, LA's cocktail bars are pushing perfectly crafted libations to a whole new level. From hotel bars to rooftop lounges—not to mention the explosion of Downtown's bar scene—Angelenos have access to top notch cocktails across the city. Here, our picks of the best new cocktail bars to open in the last 12 months.

See the other contenders for the 2014 Food & Drink Awards and cast your ballot for the best new cocktail bar of the year.

*Voting ends April 21 and the winners will be announced on May 12.