Beacon Hill

Sometimes you want to go where the drinks are serious and the flavors know your name. The Beacon Hill is our love letter to Cheers, that wood-paneled Boston institution where Sam Malone slung beers and wisecracks in equal measure. But this isn't a beer and a shot kind of drink. It's what you'd order if Diane convinced you to try something a little more refined. Rye whiskey brings that classic spicy backbone, while cognac adds an unexpected richness that smooths out the edges. Sweet vermouth and Yellow Chartreuse weave in herbal, honeyed notes that make the whole thing feel both complex and comforting. Two dashes of Angostura bitters tie it all together. The result is bold without being harsh, sweet without being cloying, and sophisticated in that effortless Boston Brahmin way. This is your after-work drink when you actually want to savor the moment, or your nightcap when you're feeling contemplative. Mix one up, settle into your favorite chair, and pretend everyone really does know your name.