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6 unique cocktails to try in Columbus, OH

The Cat Power cocktail has flavors of ginger and coconut. | Photo by @storiesonhigh

When it comes to cocktails, Columbus really mixes things up. So sip back and relax while we share six unique drinks to try during your next night out.

Cotton Candy Rosé

During your next visit to Forno, we recommend ordering this if you have a sweet tooth. Watch the cotton candy melt into your drink made with Watershed vodka. Bonus: If you’re celebrating a special occasion, ask for the spiked strawberries filled with Smirnoff vodka and strawberry gel and topped with whipped cream.

Cat Power

When you’re grabbing drinks at Stories on High, you can’t go wrong with this drink made with Midori, ginger, and coconut crème. Plus, it’s topped with candy and cat ears that you can wear throughout the night.

Guayaba Cobbler

Watershed Distillery‘s current cocktail menu is divided by different countries and regions, and the drinks on each page represent flavors and ingredients from that place. On the Mexico page, try this creamy cocktail made with Reposado tequila and a nectar blend of lime, cream, vanilla, guava, pineapple, and passion fruit.

TikiTok Famous

Listed under the “easy drinking” portion of Lincoln Social Rooftop‘s cocktail menu, this is a pineapple upside-daiquiri made with Echo pineapple rum, chai, vanilla, and cherry.

Screenshot 2023-05-03 at 12.05.02 PM.png — Would you try a drink with violet-infused smoke? | Photo by @moutononhigh

Royal Tea Party

MOUTON is known for its specialty cocktails, so there is no shortage of creative and Instagrammable options. We recommend trying this Lapsang Souchong tea-infused drink made with Havman’s Roval Dock gin, Italicus, creme de cassis, teapot bitters, and violet-infused smoke.

Green Goddess

Get your daily dose of vegetables while sipping back this green TownHall cocktail made with Dragonwell Oyo Vodka, arugula, cucumber, jalapeño, lemon, Pernod, and mint.

Where is your favorite place to grab a cocktail in Columbus? Fill us in + we’ll spread the word.

Events

Monday, May 8

Monday Run Club | Monday, May 8 | 6-8 p.m. | Land-Grant Brewing Co., 424 W. Town St., Franklinton | Free | Meet at the beer garden and enjoy a guided run by Fleet Feet Columbus to the Scioto Mile.
Movie Monday | Monday, May 8 | 7-11 p.m. | Understory, 2571 Neil Ave., Columbus | $20 | Watch “School of Rock” along the backdrop of the Olentangy Trail + two slices of pizza are included per ticket.

Tuesday, May 9

Ohio State Buckeyes Baseball vs. UCF Knights | Tuesday, May 9 | 6 p.m. | Bill Davis Stadium, 560 Borror Dr., Columbus | $8-$11 | Watch the Buckeyes in the final stretch of their season.
Family Night | Tuesday, May 9 | 6-8 p.m. | Hofbrauhaus Columbus Brewery & Restaurant, 800 Goodale Blvd., Grandview | Free | Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree + face paintings will be available.

Wednesday, May 10

Mother’s Day Mixology Class | Wednesday, May 10 | 6-8 p.m. | Taft’s Brewpourium Columbus, 440 W. Broad St., Columbus | $60 | Learn to make and enjoy two cocktails, enjoy an appetizer, and take home a recipe card to replicate the cocktails at home.
Workout Wednesday: Cardio | Wednesday, May 10 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Columbus Commons, 160 S. High St., Columbus | Free | All experience levels are invited for a guided cardio class on the North Lawn.

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News Notes

Festival

The music lineup has been announced for the 2023 Columbus Taco Fest, which will be Saturday, May 20-Sunday, May 21. Catch nine performances from bands like The Labra Brothers, the Ohio-based Latin funk + soul group, and The Deeptones, a Columbus-based 11-man band.

Edu

Spring Commencement was yesterday at The Ohio State University, and many of the 2023 graduates are bound for great success. Learn about nine grads who are tackling everything from biomedical engineering and aviation to launching their own nonprofits.

Sports

Four more golfers have been accepted to the 2023 Memorial Tournament. Patrick Cantlay, who is a two-time Memorial Tournament winner, will compete along with other decorated professionals like Collin Morikawa, Xander Schauffele, and Sam Bennett. (10TV)
Despite speculation that LeBron James’ son Bronny would be joining the OSU men’s basketball team, it’s official that Bronny will not be a Buckeye. He announced he’ll be attending USC to pursue his basketball career. We still think he looked best in scarlet and gray. (Eleven Warriors)

Drink

We went to Jackie O’s On Fourth, the Athens-based brewery that just opened downtown, to explore the space. With ample indoor and outdoor seating and a Bagel Street Deli food truck, you’re going to want to check it out. Watch our Instagram reel so you know what to expect.

Shop

She doesn’t need another bouquet of flowers — give mom the gift of learning a new language instead. Bonus: Get 55% off.*
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re helping you choose the perfect gift for your favorite educators. Show them love with Marble and Steel Craft Chocolates or a handwritten note using a Joy Paper Co. card.

Travel

Itching to take a vacation? We’re always in support of time off + self care — so we’ve rounded up five drool-worthy vacation spots to help you plan. This romantic chateau in Nova Scotia is one of our favorites on the list. See the rest.

Outdoors

🌷 Become an expert on native flowers

Become an expert on native flowers

Black-eyed susans are similar to Europe-native daisies. | Photo via Wikimedia Commons

You love local food, music, business, and art — so while you’re planning your garden this spring, why not choose local plants, too?

Native plants are naturally adapted to the local climate, provide sustenance to native wildlife, and save water by thriving on normal rainfall. Plus, they’re more visually diverse than, say, lawn grass.

Consider planting some Ohio flora this spring. We’ll get you started.

Black-eyed Susan

Rudbeckia hirta

Water needs: Moist, dry
Light needs: Sun
Bloom time: March-November

Growing tips: Black-eyed Susan can become aggressive without competition, so consider planting it alongside other plants on this list.

Attracts: Birds, butterflies (Bordered Patch + Gorgone Checkerspot)

Butterfly Milkweed

Asclepias tuberosa

Water needs: Moist, dry
Light needs: Sun, shade, part-shade
Bloom time: May-September

Growing tips: Butterfly weed attracts aphids, which you can deal with by spraying with soapy water, blasting with high-pressure streams, or by leaving the aphids for ladybugs.

Attracts: Hummingbirds, butterflies (Monarch + Grey Hairstreak)

Learn about three more flowers

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Hanna

From the editor

Not only does TownHall have fun drinks, but their brunch is some of my favorite in the city. I suggest the Paleo Power Bowl or the Eggwich 3.0. And for me, a visit to TownHall is never complete without the truffle fries.

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