On the 10th day of Christmas, NOOGAtoday gave to you — 10+ holiday bar pop-ups and other seasonal beverage happenings around the Scenic City.
Holiday bar pop-ups
Miracle, No Hard Feelings
This Broad Street bar is bringing back its annual sponsored pop-up for a cause now through Tuesday, Dec. 31.
We recommend | The Christmapolitan made with vodka, elderflower, dry vermouth, spiced-cranberry sauce, lime, rosemary + absinthe mist
Santa Tell Me, Unknown Caller
Enter this secret winter wonderland now through Wednesday, Jan. 1 to enjoy a full bar takeover — from the holiday-themed decor to the menu. Pro tip: Follow along on Instagram to see special events like the building gingerbread houses on Wednesday, Dec. 11.
We recommend | The Hot Buttered Rum Pum-Pum with vanilla butter rum, salted vanilla, honey, clove, nutmeg + cinnamon. For a mocktail, try the Have a Holly Jolly Christmas with non-alcoholic Amaretti, gingerbread, cold brew + egg.
A Very Cherry Christmas, Cherry Street Tavern
Stay on Cherry Street (and right next door) to enjoy one of the six new menu items or a holiday shooter — bonus: See the live music pop-up every Tuesday-Friday this month.
We recommend | The Pink Pony Xmas made with tequila, cranberry, lime + coconut milk
Naughty or Nice, The Greenhouse by Oddstory
Head to this brewery’s original location on MLK Boulevard now through Tuesday, Dec. 31 to sit among plants and themed decor while sipping on holiday flavors — including the special release of the 2023 Barrel Aged Wild Hearth Winter Warmer. Bonus: See what festivities the Central Avenue location has in store.
We recommend | Reindeer Spikes, served hot with homemade peppermint schnapps, hot chocolate, toasted marshmallow + cinnamon
Christmas Nostalgia Lounge, Amada Tapas & Wine
Step into the holiday feels from your childhood when entering this spot’s pop-up now through Sunday, Dec. 22 to try the new drinks and food items.
We recommend | The Getting Blitzened made with cranberry-infused bourbon + the bacon wrapped dates, stuffed with whipped goat cheese
Sippin’ Santa, Bless Yer Heart
Spend the holidays with a tropical flair while sipping on winter-themed tiki drinks now through Tuesday, Dec. 31 — they even come in fun glasses.
We recommend | Frosty the Merman, featuring rye whiskey, vanilla-clove syrup + pear, apricot, and allspice liqueurs
Christmas at the North Paloma, The Westin
Now through Saturday, Jan. 4, you can head to this hotel’s Spanish wine + tapas bar to enjoy a seasonal cocktail while under holiday lighting.
We recommend | The Sugar Cookie Martini that comes with sprinkles on the rim of the glass
Frose the Snowman, The Co-Op Frose and Eatery
This spot is keeping things chilly this season. Now through Wednesday, Jan. 1, you can enjoy special cocktail, food, and frose menus.
We recommend | The Pomegranate French 75 made with gin, pomegranate + a splash of lemon, topped with cava rosado and glitter
These themed glasses definitely make it on our nice list this year.
Photo by @unknowncallerbar
Crawls + merriment
Nooga Holiday Cocktail Trail
Presented by Nooga Nightlife (which is one of three events they’re hosting), you can go to 10+ participating locations to enjoy seasonal menu items now through Sunday, Dec. 15.
Nooga Holiday Coffee Trail
If cocktails aren’t your thing but coffee is, this one is for you. This event is also happening now through Sunday, Dec. 15 + features five local coffee shops where you can enjoy special drinks and pastries.
Pro tip: For both trails, make sure you check out the coupons for each spot to experience all of the deals.
Nooga Santa Pub Crawl
On Saturday, Dec. 14 from 3 p.m. to 3 a.m., you can hop on this crawl to over 20 locations that span from NorthShore to the Southside. Bonus: You can get a discounted ticket when donating a new + wrapped toy.
Chicks Christmas Crawl
Join The Girls on Saturday, Dec. 14 for a night out on the town to sample all things merry, from drinks to seeing holiday lights. You’ll start at the Chattanooga Zoo and end at No Hard Feelings — tickets are selling fast.
Fifty Fifty Wine + Martini Bar
Grab a ticket for the Holiday Wine Experience event on Tuesday, Dec. 17 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. where you’ll try different wines, from rich reds to festive sparkling whites — perfectly paired for the season.
Tanasi Brewing & Supplies
Enjoy a beery Christmas with this brewing company on Saturday, Dec. 21. From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., you can stop in to try new releases like the Coffee Caramel Stout on tap, eat free treats + bring a donation item for McKamey Animal Shelter.
Looking for other seasonal drinks? Check out our guide to local coffee shops + see what new flavors your favorite spots have on the menu.
Pro tip: Check out 100+ local events happening in Chattanooga to plan a full evening out.
