12 Historic East Village Drinks to Try During the Holiday Promenade

In 2022, the Holiday Promenade will take place every Friday from Nov. 18 through Dec. 16. While the celebration will include holiday activities, shopping and festive entertainment for all ages, it will also provide an opportunity to visit local restaurants and shop to share a drink as they stop in during their time in the Historic East Village. Below, you’ll find 12 holiday-inspired drinks to try when you attend this annual event:  

1. 503 Toddy | 503 Cocktail Lab + Tasting Room 

503 E. Locust St. 
503dsm.com  
The “503 Toddy” from 503 Cocktail Lab + Tasting Room available during the Holiday Promenade includes Four Roses bourbon, local honey, cardamom, cinnamon and lemon peel. 

2. Holiday Hug | Bar Nico 

428 E Locust St. 
barnicodsm.com  
At Bar Nico, try out the “Holiday Hug,” a Promenade drink featuring Reposado tequila, charred cinnamon simple syrup, dry vermouth, Peychaud's bitters, angostura bitters and a hand-cut ice cube with simmered cranberries. 

3. The Merry AF | Bellhop 

440 E Grand Ave. 
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While you’re strolling the streets of the Historic East Village, stop in at Bellhop for “The Merry AF” featuring Tito’s vodka, peppermint schnapps and pink peppermint ice cream syrup. 

4. Gonna Be A Rumble Cider |  Clyde’s Fine Diner 

111 E. Grand Ave., Suite 111 
clydesfinediner.com  
Clyde’s Fine Diner will offer “Gonna Be A Rumble Cider” during the Promenade. The cocktail features bourbon, cider, lemon and mulled dark syrup. 

5. Maple Miel | Daisy Chain Coffee 

505 E. Grand Ave., Suite 104 
daisychaincoffee.com  
The “Maple Miel” is a latte made with honey produced by Owner Daniel Bosman — Daniel Bee’s Honey. The drink features a little maple spice and a dash of cinnamon. It’s served with oat, almond or dairy milk. 

6. Dark Cherry Hibiscus Spritz | Franka Pizzeria 

111 E. Grand Ave. Suite 101 
downtown.frankapizzeria.com  
The “Dark Cherry Hibiscus Spritz" is made with vodka, cherry bitters, hibiscus and seltzer. Stop in and order the $12 drink during the Promenade. 

7. Holiday Blend Tea | Gong Fu Tea 

414 E. 6th St. 
gongfu-tea.com  
This black tea blend is a seasonal offering that we've incorporated into our menu to invoke a deep sense of holiday cheer in our clientele. Fine quality black teas from India and Ceylon are combined with a wonderful mixture of wintry herbs and spices to form a brew that will recall your fondest memories of time spent with friends and family in front of a crackling fire on a cold winter’s night. 

8. Spiced Holiday Punch | HoQ Restaurant 

303 E. 5th St. 
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HoQ Restaurant’s “Spiced Holiday Punch” is made with Wild Roots pear vodka, Wilson’s Orchard apple cider, chai-spiced syrup, Allspice Dram, fresh orange and lemon. 

9. Nosh Hot Cocoa | Nosh Café & Eatery 

424 E. Locust St. 
nosh-eats.com  
When you visit Nosh Café & Eatery during the Holiday Promenade, try out “Nosh Hot Cocoa” featuring Ghirardelli cocoa powder, milk of your choice, topped with whipped cream and Lucky Charms marshmallows. 

10. Neapolitan Stout | Peace Tree Brewing Co. 

317 E. Court Ave.  
peacetreebrewing.com 
Beginning Friday, Nov. 11, the “Neapolitan Stout” featuring chocolate strawberry and vanilla will be offered. Order it during the Promenade beginning Friday, Nov. 18. 

11. Berries & Cream | The Republic on Grand 

401 E. Grand Ave. 
therepublicongrand.com  
The “Berries & Cream” will be served at The Republic on Grand throughout the duration of the Promenade. The drink is made with vodka, lemon Juice, real cranberry sauce and heavy cream.

12. Miracle on 4th Street | The New Northwestern Cocktail and Wine Bar 

321 E. Walnut St. 
thenewnorthwestern.com  
Try out the “Miracle on 4th Street” at The New Northwestern. It features Revelton Mulberry Gin, Allspice Dram, Orgeat, lemon, cranberry and a sugar rim with a sprig of rosemary garnish. 

The Holiday Promenade is an opportunity to support local businesses in the Historic East Village in Downtown Des Moines (DSM). Learn more about this annual event here. 

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