East Village, Manhattan · bar
Stepping into Amor y Amargo is like stumbling into a tiny, moody alchemist’s den. Eight stools, soft light, bottles of bitter spirits stacked like apothecary jars, and bartenders who treat every pour like a ritual. You don’t come here for sugary distractions. You come for bold, bitters‑heavy cocktails that taste like they were made to challenge your taste buds.
Combo of eight amaro spirits
Reposado tequila with Citron Sauvage Aperol and grapefruit bitters
Gin and whiskey cocktail locals say is delicious