Vodka rarely gets much respect from craft cocktail bars and bartenders. At best, it’s seen as a blank canvas to which many flavors can be applied; at worst it’s just added to some sweet crap and served with a sugared rim. Antoine’s Cocktail at Liberty, though, actually sort of lets you taste the vodka, and in an unsweetened drink!

517 15th Ave. E., 323-9898, libertybars.com

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