Fall’s hottest colors are metallics: gold, silver and even bronze are the new black. Think it’s just for clothes? Cocktails are going couture with these tasty concoctions. Sip the latest craze at these hot spots.
Platinum Blonde, $5
Porn stars finally have a drink that matches their hair. A thick mix of Goldschlager, Baileys Irish Cream, Frangelico, vodka and regular cream, this cocktail at The Copa coats your throat with a sweet cinnamon burn. Served in a martini glass, this drink is probably your only chance to pick up a spicy blonde for just five bucks. 1637 N. Clybourn Ave. 312-642-3449.
Silver Margarita, $5
Despite its golden finish, rest assured that this drink is silver at heart. Wicker Park gin joint Ginbucks serves its version with Milagro Silver tequila. What’s the big deal about that? Well, smart guy, Milagro Silver is 100 percent blue agave and is triple-distilled for a smoother flavor and much less of a whopping headache the next morning. Like all of Ginbucks’ margaritas, it’s served on the rocks in a sizable salt-rimmed goblet. 1469 N. Milwaukee Ave. 773-384-1439.
Gold Digger, $12
It isn’t hard to find a gold digger at a Gold Coast bar, but leave it to Elm Street Liquors to actually put it on the menu. The hipster lounge makes this champagne cocktail with gin, Roeder Estate champagne and simple syrup, garnishing it with lemon and orange slices. Like all of ESL’s specialties, it’s served in a champagne flute. Unlike the real gold diggers, this one will only take you for 12 bones. 12 W. Elm St. 312-337-3200.
The Coors Light
Silver Bullet, $3
Who knew that cheap beer drinkers are on the cutting edge of fashion? Pound a Coors Light in its traditional silver bullet can at Cans, Wicker Park’s tribute to all things served in aluminum. While fashionistas might shy from beer–oh, just think of all those carbs–the rest of us will gladly loosen our belts for a three-buck can. 1640 N. Damen Ave. 773-227-2277.
Bob Dylan’s Rusty Nail, $8
Bob Dylan may know a thing or two about fashion–after all, he did star in some of the creepiest Victoria’s Secret commercials ever. Grape Street and Vine recognizes his inner fashion maven and named this old-school sipper after him. Dewar’s Scotch is mixed with a touch of Drambuie–a Scottish liqueur that’s blended with honey–to produce that classic dark rust finish. Served on the rocks in a highball glass, it lacks the burn of your typical glass of Scotch thanks to the sweet tones of Drambuie. 226 E. Ontario St. 312-642-7440.
