For John Uselton and Michael Lowe, that the Rickey became the District's official cocktail last year is something of a nice coincidence. The two, after all, are planning on producing gin and whiskey -- both of which can be used in the cocktail -- once they open up their planned New Columbia Distillery this summer. more ›

Where: Tabard Inn more ›

Scotch lovers rejoice! There's a new joint in town serving some of the world's rarest and most sought after scotches, and it's opening just in time for the upcoming celebrations in D.C. Not to be outdone by all the other establishments stepping up the snazz for inauguration, the Willard Intercontinental Hotel's Round Robin Bar is now featuring The Scotch Bar, a cozy little alcove within the Round Robin that is home to an intimate bar and small seating area—not to mention a wide selection of premium scotches. Exploring the newly compiled catalog of Scotch malt whiskies, including dozens of labels and ages from each of the regions of Scotland, might be the perfect way to kick off an extra long inauguration weekend, or to top off a long night of inaugural ball-ing. more ›

Drink in the Details is a monthly column highlighting spirits and classic cocktails written by DC Craft Bartenders Guild members Adam Bernbach (Bar Pilar) and Chantal Tseng (Tabard Inn). more ›