Botanica at Widow Jane

Name: Botanica at Widow Jane
Address: 220 Conover St, Brooklyn, New York, 11231, US
Telephone: (718) 304-2227
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.4

$$ • Cocktail Bar

Hours:
220 Conover St, Brooklyn
(718) 304-2227

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About Botanica at Widow Jane

Botanica at Widow Jane is a restaurant with a spectacular location in Red Hook, offering creative and fun cocktails, including an enjoyable old-fashioned. The restaurant features a variety of drinks, especially those made with their house spirits. Vegetarian snack options are available, such as focaccia topped with feta, honey, and Calabrian chilis, which is highly praised as a perfect bar snack. The interior can be loud and small, but the staff is knowledgeable and friendly, with talented mixologists like Chef and owner. The atmosphere has a dark, mysterious aesthetic that many find appealing, and the place is known for its complex, unique cocktails. Whiskey flights are popular and well-priced, with the Widow Jane 10yr bourbon being a standout. Guests often enjoy flights like The Rarest Flight, Decadence VIII, and The Vaults, which is a blend of their oldest bourbons aged a second time. The space is stylish, highlighted by an entire wall of bottles lit up, creating a nice ambiance. It is primarily a bar, so it may not be suitable for children, and wheelchair accessibility is limited. Many visitors appreciate the Lion Skull and Distiller Coffee cocktails, considered among the best in the city. Service can sometimes be slow, but overall, the staff is seen as wonderful and brings their own talents to enhance the experience. Visitors describe it as a cool neighborhood gem with the best whiskey cocktails in the city, making it a fun, whiskey-focused spot for those seeking a stylish vibe and creative drinks.