Year End

The 10 Most Memorable Cocktails I Drank This Year

I have always been lukewarm on martinis, especially of the espresso variety. This year, all that changed.

Illustration: María Medem

I’ve spent years as a dedicated cocktail drinker. I’ve clocked time in world-class bars like New York’s PDT and Dante, but I’ll also say yes to the occasional jello shot.

In the past few years, though, I transitioned to more of a wine person. I still peruse great drinks lists. But invariably, I end up reaching for vino. That’s true even now, despite the influx of high-level cocktail spots operating in New York, including Tokyo Fixer and Pebble Bar.