Detroit’s Best-Kept Secret Since Prohibition
Step into a cozy ambiance infused with Detroit’s rich history. Embrace the spirit of prohibition and unwind in style.
A hidden gem in Detroit! The ambiance is enchanting, and the drinks are exceptional. Can’t wait to return!
John Ways
Explore Our Menu
Taste the Prohibition Era
Prohibition-Era Classics
Bees Knees
This classic cocktail was popular during Prohibition due to its simple, natural ingredients that masked the taste of subpar gin. No sub-par Gin here, but we still toast to tradition with this tasty blend of lemon juice and honey syrup.
French 75
Named after a WWI artillery gun, this drink packs a punch and is light, refreshing, and bubbly. Gin, champagne, lemon juice, simple syrup.
Sidecar
This cocktail has a smooth blend of sweetness and acidity, with a brandy base for warmth. Cognac, Cointreau, lemon juice.
Old Fashioned
The quintessential whiskey cocktail, simple yet elegant.
Bourbon or rye, sugar cube, Angostura bitters, orange peel.
Last Word
An equal-parts cocktail with a unique, herbal complexity that stands out.
Gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, lime juice.
Prohibition Secrets
The Lager House Special
A rich, spiced cocktail with a smooth finish.
Dark rum, amaro, spiced syrup, orange bitters.
Prohibition Punch –
Gin, apricot brandy, lemon juice, grenadine, champagne top.
Fruity and fizzy, with a vintage flair that guests can share.
The Black Dahlia
Mysterious and dark, with a touch of sweetness.
Vodka, Kahlua, blackberry liqueur, activated charcoal (for color).
Detroit Velvet
Smooth and rich, with a touch of almond and cherry from the amaretto.
Rye whiskey, vermouth, amaretto, Angostura bitters.
Modern Craft Twists
Smoke & Mirrors
Smoky and floral with a bittersweet edge; perfect for a modern speakeasy twist.
Mezcal, Aperol, elderflower liqueur, grapefruit bitters.
Spiced Pear Mule
A seasonal mule with warm spices; a cozy, autumnal twist on the Moscow Mule.
Vodka or gin, pear nectar, ginger beer, lime juice, spiced syrup (cinnamon and clove).
Lavender Collins
A floral, refreshing take on the classic Tom Collins.
Gin, lavender syrup, lemon juice, club soda.
Barrel-Aged Negroni
Rich and smooth, with a slightly woody flavor from barrel aging.
Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth (aged together in a barrel).
Smoked Maple Old Fashioned
A twist on the Old Fashioned with a subtle smokiness and maple sweetness.
Bourbon, maple syrup, Angostura bitters, smoked ice cube or smoked glass.
Hemingway Daiquiri
A tart, rum-forward cocktail with a hint of cherry.
White rum, maraschino liqueur, grapefruit juice, lime juice.
Fig & Thyme Smash
Sweet and earthy, with fresh herbs for balance.
Bourbon, fig preserves, fresh lemon juice, thyme sprigs, soda water.
Blackberry Bourbon Lemonade
A refreshing mix of bourbon and berries, with a touch of sweetness.
Bourbon, muddled blackberries, lemon juice, honey, club soda.