The Milk Room

The Milk Room in Chicago serves as an intimate sanctuary for liquor aficionados, residing within the historic walls of the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel. This exclusive, reservation-only bar has garnered a reputation for its dedication to rare and vintage spirits, offering an experience that transcends the ordinary cocktail hour. Each concoction is masterfully crafted, utilizing ingredients of the highest caliber to create a menu that is as unique as it is sophisticated.

One of the signature cocktails, The Chancellor, is a testament to the bar's commitment to quality, blending an exquisite vintage vermouth with a smoky Scotch and a touch of port for depth. Patrons also delight in the Milk Room Manhattan, a twist on the classic, elevated with a rare whiskey that has aged gracefully, imparting a complexity and richness that can only come with time. For those seeking something with a bit of effervescence, the Prohibition-era inspired Fizz lifts the spirits with its combination of fine gin, citrus, and a whisper of cream, crowned with a champagne topper.

At the Milk Room, every visit is a journey through history, with sips that tell the tales of bygone eras, served within an ambiance of understated elegance. The attentive bartenders are knowledgeable stewards of the menu, guiding guests through their flavorful exploration, ensuring that each cocktail is not just a drink, but a memorable chapter in one’s personal anthology of refined indulgence.