The Barrelhouse Flat

Its Pimm’s Cup overfloweth with fruit and greenery. 2624 N. Lincoln Ave. Website

Bavette’s

The bourbon-and-rum-laced mint julep is like Kentucky Derby meets Caribbean vacay. 218 W. Kinzie St. Website

Ñ

Mojitos first, bossa nova on the dance floor second. 2977 N. Elston Ave. Website

Presidio

See “Banana Cobbler”—and order a Flash in the Pan (gin, grapefruit, cherries, and, of course, mint). Browse photos of our night at the cozy bar. 1749 N. Damen Ave. Website

The Violet Hour

Love at first sip: Juliet and Romeo, a refreshing gin mix with cucumber and rose water. 1520 N. Damen Ave. Website