Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileBar Margot
Atlanta, GA · $$$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Bar Margot, inside the Four Seasons Hotel, delivers a polished beverage program. The cocktail menu, initially crafted by Greg Best and Paul Calvert, remains a draw with signatures like Lady Victoria and Gin Margot. The wine list spans Champagne to Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, with glass pours from $15. Beer includes local Creature Comforts Tropicalia. A swanky lounge with live DJ on weekends.
- What should I order?
- Start with the signature Gin Margot or Lady Victoria. For wine, Laurent Perrier 'La Cuvée' by the glass offers a classic Brut. Consider the Ruinart Blanc de Blanc for a splurge. Pair with a scoop of house-made sorbet.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking a well-crafted drink in an upscale lounge setting. Wine lovers will appreciate the international list, and those wanting a local beer can enjoy Creature Comforts. The non-alcoholic options are limited but include a quality NA lager.
- When should I go?
- For a quieter experience, visit on a weekday.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Wine by the glass ranges from $15 to $65; bottles from $70 to $250. Cocktails and beer prices are not listed, but expect premium hotel pricing.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A collaboration with restaurateur Ford Fry, Bar Margot's cocktail program was shaped by renowned barmen Greg Best and Paul Calvert. The venue's 'swanky community lounge' ambiance and live DJ set it apart as a destination for crafted drinks.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Award-winning craft cocktail program with premier spirits, fresh ingredients, and house-made garnishes. Signature cocktails by Greg Best and Paul Calvert, including Lady Victoria and Gin Margot, remain highlights.
Menu strengths
- — Signature cocktails created by celebrated barmen Greg Best and Paul Calvert.
Standout selections
- — Lady Victoria: fresh, garden-esque vodka-based cocktail.
- — Gin Margot: elevated gin and tonic variation.
Pricing: No specific cocktail prices are listed in the sources.
Wine
Comprehensive wine list with sparkling, white, red, and dessert wines. Includes Champagne houses like Laurent Perrier, Veuve Clicquot, and Ruinart, plus international regions.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive international selection with multiple price points.; Champagne offerings by the glass and bottle.
Standout selections
- — Laurent Perrier 'La Cuvée' Brut Champagne - $29 glass / $120 bottle.
- — Ruinart Blanc de Blanc - $50 glass / $195 bottle.
- — Flowers Chardonnay, Sonoma - $24 glass / $90 bottle.
Pricing: Glass prices range from $15 to $65; bottles from $70 to $250.
Beer
Beer selection includes domestic and imported lagers, an IPA, and a stout. Features local Georgia brewery Creature Comforts with Tropicalia IPA, alongside standard options.
Standout selections
- — Creature Comforts Tropicalia IPA, Athens, GA.
Pricing: No beer prices are listed in the sources.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic options are limited to one NA beer and house-made ice cream and sorbets. No dedicated mocktail menu is available.
Standout selections
- — House-made sorbets (mango, raspberry lemon hibiscus).
Pricing: House-made ice cream and sorbets are $6 per scoop.
Spirits
Spirits program is highlighted as award-winning, using 'small batch spirits' and premier spirits. Initial menu created by Greg Best and Paul Calvert, but no detailed list is available.
Pricing: No specific spirits prices are listed in the sources.
How it sits with the food
The menu includes house-made ice cream and sorbets that complement dessert wines like Taylor Fladgate 20yr Tawny Port. The wine list's range supports food pairings, though specific food pairing notes are not documented.
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