TERESA BITLER 2022-08-30 11:27:26
Since forming beverage consultancy company Liquid Architecture in 2001, James Beard-honored mixologist Kim Haasarud has worked with hundreds of liquor brands, restaurants and hotel chains to develop their cocktail programs. She’s also the author of several cocktail books, president of the United States Bartenders Guild and now the owner of Phoenix’s Garden Bar PHX. Featuring garden-to-glass cocktails made with local ingredients whenever possible, including some from the bar’s own garden, Garden Bar PHX focuses on sustainability. Gleaned citrus and rinds leftover from juicing serve as the basis for the salted citrus cordial used to flavor her cocktails, and Haasarud integrates healthier options, like local honey instead of simple syrup, into her recipes. Drinks here are as much a feast for the eyes as they are tasty concoctions. Haasarud uses elements like a chunk of honeycomb, scoop of housemade sherbet or fresh herbs to decorate her Instagram-worthy cocktails and nonalcoholic drinks. Just as important as a beautiful and wellbalanced drink to Haasarud is the bar’s ambiance. The bright 1914 California-style bungalow invites guests to relax on its couches, comfy chairs and dog-friendly patio. Stay as long as you like, Haasarud says, and check the calendar. The bar regularly hosts local musicians and artists.
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