5 to Try: Exotic Cocktails
By Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles
In L.A., there's no excuse for a ho-hum drinking experience. From a Korean fruit concoction to a steamy martini featuring red chili flakes, find the most exotic cocktails in Los Angeles.
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Zu Robata
12217 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Give vodka a night off and instead pick your poison from this sexy spot's towering soju wall. Similar to the Russian favorite, yet made from rice and slightly sweeter, soju is Korean and the delicious main component in Zu Robata's lychee cocktail. Designate your driver before saying cheers, though. This one is as potent as it is exotic. -
The Backyard at The W Hotel
930 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA
The tropical and upscale W Hotel poolside terrace offers the perfect summer cocktails--all year round. The best of 'em, a delicious zinger they call Sunburn, is also their most expensive. Made with Milagro Barrel Select tequila, a shot of liquor 43, grenadine, and splashes of orange and pineapple juices, it'll set you back a cool $18. The healthy glow you get while sipping it? Well, that's on the house. -
Tiki Ti
4427 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Regulars are accustomed to screaming a thunderous "Toro!" when an only-for-the-brave Blood of the Bull cocktail is ordered at this Eastside island bar. Have a high tolerance and a taste for tequila? This bull's for you. -
The Kress
6608 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Keep things warm this fall, even as the temperatures at night are dropping: This over-the-top, red-hued Hollywood landmark has 11 signature drinks, including the Heat Martini, a spicy concoction of muddled tangerines, ginger, honey, vodka and red chili flakes. Feel the burn. -
Hamasaku
8360 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA
This West Hollywood industry-heavy hot spot is winning rave reviews thanks to the Asian-inspired specialty cocktails created by mixologist James Bobby. His special Black Margarita ($14) is made with Patron tequila, Citronage and homemade sour, then it's all shook up with black vinegar and served in a martini glass with a fragrant lavender salt rim.
