Show of Hands
Category: Cocktail Bars, Whiskey Bars, Happy Hour Spots
Neighborhood: Navy Yard
Price:
Address: 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20003, United States
✨ Vibe
A sophisticated and welcoming spirits sanctuary nestled within The Roost, where expert bartenders elevate cocktail-making into a true craft.
🍸 Best For
Whiskey connoisseurs, adventurous cocktail lovers, and casual dates looking for high-end drinks in a vibrant food hall setting.
🔥 Highlights
- World-Class Spirits Program: Led by spirits director Nick Farrell, the bar features an impressive collection of 175 whiskeys and a unique, news-making menu dedicated to artisanal vermouth and house-made liqueurs.
- Elevated Bar Dining: Guests can enjoy "top drawer" cocktails while ordering directly from The Roost’s diverse culinary partners, with the pizza and ribs frequently cited as the perfect pairing.
- Creative Craftsmanship: From floral margaritas to refreshing lemon highballs, every drink is meticulously prepared by a staff celebrated for their exceptional service and attention to detail.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Located inside The Roost food hall in Navy Yard, offering the flexibility to enjoy a high-end bar experience with various food options nearby.
- Don't miss their specialized Spanish-style vermouth service and signature Vermouth Cobbler for a unique D.C. tasting experience.
📰 In the News
Vermouth Rising: D.C.’s Show of Hands’ Ode to An Unsung Spirit
Show of Hands, located within The Roost in Southeast D.C., features an extensive craft cocktail program highlighted by a specialized menu of vermouth-forward drinks. Led by spirits director Nick Farrell, the bar offers creative concoctions like the Vermouth Cobbler and traditional Spanish-style service alongside a vast selection of 175 whiskeys and house-made liqueurs.
Show of Hands Finally Opens With Infused Spirits and Low-ABV Cocktails
Show of Hands is a cocktail bar located within the Roost food hall on Capitol Hill, specializing in house-infused spirits and an extensive selection of low-ABV cocktails. Led by spirits manager Nick Farrell, the bar features creative riffs on classic liqueurs and house-made vermouth alongside a collection of 175 whiskies.
Capitol Hill’s Showy Cocktail Bar Arrives at the Roost Food Hall
Show of Hands is a cocktail-focused bar located within The Roost food hall on D.C.'s Capitol Hill, specializing in low-ABV drinks and spirits crafted in-house. The venue features a vast selection of over 175 whiskeys alongside a rotating menu of creative spritzes and herbal liqueurs curated by spirits director Nick Farrell.
Recent Reviews from Google
The whiskey selection is phenomenal, and the cocktails equally so. Nick and Joe rule, plus you can order delicious Roost food right from the bar. Can't recommend highly enough.
I got some kind of floral margarita, and it was very unique and delicious
You can sit at the bar and order from various restaurants. The pizza and ribs were a hit!
We tried the lemon high ball and another drink (I can’t recall the name). Absolutely recommend this spot. The drinks are delicious and the service is exceptional.
The cocktails here are top drawer. Excellent stuff made by people who care about their craft.
