Since childhood, history lessons have instructed us to “Remember the Alamo,” the first time many people first heard of San Antonio, the second-largest city in Texas by population. In recent decades, the city’s famed River Walk, major theme parks and the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park have made it an immensely popular destination for travelers around the globe.
What may be lesser known is that San Antonio is one of only two UNESCO-designated Creative Cities of Gastronomy in the U.S., which led Visit San Antonio to trademark the city as the Culinary Capital of Texas.
Thanks to the Culinary Institute of America, San Antonio is producing top chefs who stick around after graduation. That invention, paired with centuries of Mexican and European influences informing the cuisine, has led to a thriving food scene. And by proxy, an elevated cocktail culture has emerged, complementing the city’s friendly dives and ice houses.
To get the insider’s take on the best of San Antonio’s drinks scene, we turned to a handful of industry professionals for their recommendations on where to go and what to order. Read on for their top picks.
Best Cocktail Bar Image Courtesy of Mixtli Mixtli
Southtown, King William District
Named after the Aztec spoken word for cloud, Mixtli drifts effortlessly across the vastness of Mexico via a food menu that changes quarterly. Its beverage program is equally impressive.
David Young, lead bartender at The Sternewirth, inside Hotel Emma, offers high praise. “Mixtli is run by Lauren
This Article was originally published on Wine Enthusiast
