Food

Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived

This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Winston-Salem.

July 19, 2024 • 
Monica Garske
WStoday: Lemon herb mocktail drink from Katharine Brasserie & Bar

Enjoy the Lemon Garden mocktail with a touch of lavender and citrus flavor.

Photo by Justin Rankin via The Katharine Brasserie & Bar

Drink Up Week is finally here and we have a feeling it’ll be the toast of the town.

Here’s the tea — today through Friday, July 26, we’re celebrating the entrepreneurs, mixologists, venues, and beverages that make the Twin City go ‘round.

As you know, we’ve created an interactive map of can’t-miss deals offered by local businesses in Winston-Salem. Here are the top deals our WStoday editors have their eyes on — and what they plan to pair with these drinks.

Map with four martini icons and three coffee mugs.

Bottoms up, Winstonians.

Photo by Proxi Maps + data by Google

City Editor Kellina is going for the Left Turn at Albuquerque mocktail at Dram & Draught. She’s dropping in to Corpening Plaza to enjoy some Downtown Jazz.

City Editor Cambridge can’t wait for 30% off the Signature Spice Blend Latte at Lot 63. The summer temps might tempt her to get it iced while wandering around Old Salem.

We hope you enjoy sipping your way through our city this week. Cheers to you and happy Drink Up Week, Winstonians.

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