Known for its vintage Prohibition-era theme, moody basement with a secret entrance and extravagant cocktail presentations, Prohibition Lounge is a premier spot for anyone looking for a night out beyond the usual pub.
Each Prohibition cocktail comes with a bespoke story inspired by the singers, pop culture and rum-runners of the 1920s era. Here, we uncage the story behind the Tweety Bird cocktail.
30, 720 17 Ave. S.W., 825-734-1920, prohibitionloungeyyc.com
The Back Story
Tweety Bird, the cartoon canary character known for his catchphrase, “I tawt I taw a puddy tat!” was introduced by Warner Bros. in 1942. He and his nemesis Sylvester the cat became Looney Tunes characters we know and love to this day. Prohibition draws inspiration from a story of an earlier vaudeville version of a real Tweety bird performer for its cocktail.
The Ingredients
The Tweety Bird starts with an absinthe rinse of the cocktail glass, giving the drink complex herbal notes. Next, Tito’s vodka and St-Germain Elderflower liqueur are blended with lemon to create a cocktail that perfectly balances sweet and sour.
The Presentation
Perhaps the best part of the Tweety Bird is that it comes in bird-shaped stemware garnished with a mint leaf to look like a feather — all set inside a lit birdcage. Prohibition’s dimly lit basement makes the presentation even more dramatic. Lift open the birdcage, pour your drink into a glass garnished with dried lemon and star anise, then sip and enjoy.
Prepare to be wowed and amazed not only by grand cocktails, but also by magical fun. Tuesday nights at Prohibition feature table-side magicians to make your night even more extraordinary.
