Mix masters: A guide to the best cocktail bars in New York

By Virgin Atlantic | 22 October 2025 | 3 minute read

New York Cocktails

No trip to New York would be complete without a cocktail, served up in an extraordinary setting — after all, the origins of our current golden age of mixology trace back to the Big Apple. Here, we chat with a few experts who know their Old Fashioneds from their Manhattans, and who are happy to share their tips on the best cocktail bars in New York.

Ready to raise a glass to New York? From hidden speakeasies to world-class cocktail lounges, the city shakes, stirs and serves up unforgettable nights in true Big Apple style. Book your New York holiday now and sip your way through a skyline that never sleeps — where every drink tells a story and every evening sparkles with possibility.

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