But if you're overwhelmed by the list of 25 cocktails, containing unfamiliar ingredients like Velay Jaune (a herbal liqueur) and Bonal (a wine-based aperitif infused with herbs), Livigni recommends the Le Samourai cocktail, made of Armagnac, raspberry, rhubarb and umami.

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The unassuming, speakeasy-esque cocktail bar, located in the back room of landmark restaurant Cole's French Dip and which features a rotating list of only five cocktails, lost out in previous years at the annual cocktail industry award to New York bars Death and Co in 2010 and Employees Only in 2011.

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If beer is not your thing, there is also a long list of 1950s-inspired cocktails, including martinis.

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Its stylish, minimal interior is all smooth wood and exposed pipes and a good selection of cocktails is complemented by an extensive wine list.

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Republic has a wonderful list of drinks, ranging from cold local beers, to exotic cocktails and herbal teas made with fresh ingredients.

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Instead, focus on the fundamentals of a great celebration: music, food, cocktails and again, most of all, keep the guest list limited to those who have and continue to be a positive and meaningful presence in your life.

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Sit back and debonairly sip your choice of beverage from the extensive drinks menu, made up of creative cocktails, local specialist beers and a largely organic and biodynamic wine list.

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