Over the weekend, we had the pleasure of dining at Sbraga in Philadelphia. In addition to the very fine modern American cuisine, we had some delightful modern American cocktails. We availed ourselves of the fine bar while we waited for a table (and for her husband to park the car). I tried the Lady Day (Absolut Citron, Creme de Violet, blueberry jam, and bubbles), which was interesting; my companion had what she claims was a very fine dirty martini. (I’ll take her word for it.) While we were at the bar, a nearby drinker let me taste her Log Cabin, made with Knob Creek and Doulin-Rouge and with a maple-bacon rim. Tasty!
We opted to do the beverage pairings with our meals. For me, that meant a Willamette Valley gewurztraminer, Rocca del Dragrone falanghina (possibly one of the finest wines I’ve ever tasted), a sangiovese/Montepulciano blend, and a lovely semillion for dessert. For my friend, it was a brut rose, a blended French burgundy, Saisone Athene beer, and an amontillado for dessert. For her husband (our driver), it was a glass of pinot noir with dinner, and a stunningly delish moscato with dessert.
All in all, I’d give the bar an A+….Interesting and tasty a la carte cocktails, and perfectly selected pairings with meal. A little pricey perhaps, but worth every penny.
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The P & P Drinking Company 
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