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Jewel of the South

New Orleans

Sitting pretty in New Orleans’ legendary French Quarter, Jewel of the South is an homage to the culture and cocktails of the Crescent City. The back bar’s collections of books and bottles offer testament to co-founder Chris Hannah’s advocacy for local flavours. As a result, Hannah’s drinks programme reanimates archaic Louisiana classics like Santini’s Brandy Crusta (cognac, curaçao, maraschino liqueur and bitters, served in a sugar-rimmed glass) and reinvents others like the Tuxedo Tails (gin, sherry, maraschino liqueur, orange bitters). A celebrated caviar programme perfectly complements the vintage stemware.

Signature Southern style also permeates the physical surrounds, housed in an immaculately restored Creole cottage dating to the 19th century. After passing through the picturesque courtyard, guests are embraced by a warm, wood-heavy tavern space. Smartly uniformed staff welcome patrons – locals and cocktail pilgrims alike – with the city’s renowned hospitality. Hospitality is at the core of New Orleans culture, which is one of the reasons Jewel of the South was awarded the Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award as part of North America’s 50 Best Bars 2024.

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