Here are the best spots to grab a cocktail in Atlanta, no matter what type of drink suits your mood. 
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Bar Margot
For the days you feel swanky, there’s no better choice than Bar Margot, where beautiful interiors, an upscale yet approachable atmosphere and incredible cocktails reign supreme. Our personal favorites are the Private Eyes Report, complete with Bulleit bourbon, coffee liqueur, espresso, maple vanilla and bitters, and the Penicillin 18, complete with Glenlivet 12, ginger, cinnamon honey syrup and lemon. 75 14th Street NE, barmargotatl.com
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Bar Vegan
For an ultra-fun night out, look no further than Bar Vegan. Bar Vegan’s drinks are an experience within themselves, such as the Foreign Fruit Punch, a smoking volcano complete with fruit, palm trees and drinks for two. We also love the ATL-themed tipples, such as Georgia’s Delight and Marta Express. 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE., barveganatl.com
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Biltong Bar
Beef jerky and booze, what could be better? This PCM haunt celebrates South African street food through their delicious charcuterie, sandwiches and beef jerky, which all perfectly pair with the incredible cocktails. We recommend the Every Day We Stray Further from God’s Light and the No Glory in the West. 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, biltong-bar.com
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The Blind Pig Parlour Bar
Tucked away behind Chido & Padre’s, this speakeasy is bringing all the magical summer oasis energy this summer through their latest pop-up bar, coined the Playa Pig. Inspired by Tulum, Mexico, expect to find tropical chic and jungle disco vibes all season long. And, of course, the bartenders will be serving plenty of delicious and refreshing cocktails. 128 E. Andrews Drive, theblindpigparlourbar.com
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Copper Cove
There’s a reason this Buckhead lounge is so many’s pregame location of choice. Drinks such as the Brooklyn Lemonade, made with D’USSÉ, orange liquor, orange juice and fresh lemon juice, and the Raz Drop Martini, with Ciroc Red Berry vodka, triple sec and sweet and sour mix, are huge crowd pleasers. 2991 N. Fulton Drive NE, coppercoveatl.com
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Drawbar
It’s finally rooftop bar season and you can find us at this West Midtown lounge all summer long.. Drawbar offers swanky furnishings, great views and delicious drinks, such as the I Like your Style, complete with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Limoncello, strawberry-basil syrup and Champagne, and the When Life Gives you Lemons, featuring Empress 1908 Gin, lavender honey syrup and lemonade. 1 Interlock Ave. NW, bellyardhotel.com
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The Garden Room
An enchanting garden oasis awaits at the Garden Room, where exquisite drinks, delightful food and unbeatable ambiance reign supreme. Located inside the St. Regis Atlanta, the Garden Room’s drinks, such as the Bend and Snap, Pink Pony and Green Goddess, are just as beautiful as they are delicious. 88 W. Paces Ferry Road NW, thegardenroomatlanta.com
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The James Room
This BeltLine hotspot is, simply put, a vibe. Dimly lit and full of luxe and cozy furnishings, this cocktail lounge is a completely immersive experience. The James Room’s perfectly curated playlist and carefully crafted cocktails are a match made in heaven. We recommend indulging in the martini flight or trying one (or five) or the specialty cocktails. 661 Auburn Ave. NE, Ste. 280, thejamesroom.com
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JoJo’s Beloved Cocktail Lounge
Tucked away behind the hustle and bustle of Politan Row sits JoJo’s Beloved Cocktail Lounge, a retro-chic speakeasy full of neon lights, velvet upholstery and warm tones. A trip to this '70s-themed hotspot guarantees two things: groovy disco music and delicious cocktails. 1197 Peachtree St. NE, Ste. 150, jojosbeloved.com
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Parlor
Open the pink door below the neon sign to find Parlor, an intimate cocktail den wthere the carefully curated drinks are some of Atlanta’s best. Our personal favorites are the Blushing Ginger, with Johnnie Walker Red Label, lemon, ginger liquer and honey, and the Gamblers & Galantries, with Smirnoff vodka, crème de cassis, blueberry syrup and lemon. 249A Peters St. SW, parlorden.com
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St. Julep
Sitting atop the stunning midcentury modern Kimpton Sylvan Hotel, this indoor-outdoor rooftop lounge has it all. Comfortable seating, shade, delicious drinks and eye-catching design are just the start. Themes of greenery and nature are carried throughout the space, and the Kicked by a Mule is perfectly refreshing for the summer. 374 E. Paces Ferry Road NE, saintjulepatl.com
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Whiskey Blue
This Buckhead rooftop lounge features two outdoor patios, a floor-to-ceiling light installation and incredible cityscape views. With both classic cocktails and house cocktails to choose from, there’s something for everyone at Whiskey Blue. Our favorites include the Buckhead Spritz and the Strawberry Fields. 3377 Peachtree Road NE, whiskeyblueatl.com
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