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August 25, 2017

A Homegrown, Hospitable Bar Scene in Birmingham

August 25, 2017/ Clair McLafferty
A Homegrown, Hospitable Bar Scene in Birmingham

Despite the city’s smaller size, Birmingham, Alabama, barkeeps have built a fine cocktail community that’s homegrown to the core.

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Best Bars, Southern Bars, Birmingham, second
March 30, 2017

The State of the Southern Bar Scene

March 30, 2017/ Clair McLafferty
The State of the Southern Bar Scene

Come visit us sometime, Drinks International. You’ll probably find something that surprises you, bless your heart.

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March 30, 2017/ Clair McLafferty/
Drinks International, Best Bars, Southern Bars, South, Southern, top
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