There’s no finer spot in the city to burrow into a plush armchair and unwind with a two-finger pour of something dark and potent than this 2013 James Beard winner for Outstanding Bar Program. Nestled behind Daniel Humm’s Michelin-starred dining room, Leo Robitschek’s cocktail bar is proficient in the classics, particularly this elegant Irish-whiskey sip. Anise-strong absinthe hits you first, followed by the slow burn of honey-sweet Bushmills, herbal Noilly Prat dry vermouth and the belly-warming finish of clove-spiced Angostura bitters. 1170 Broadway at 28th St (347-472-5660, thenomadhotel.com). $15.—Christina Izzo
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