Love, love, love Dram & Draught! They have such a creative drink menu that they update regularly. The staff is incredible, super nice, chatty, and very knowledgeable about their drinks. If you tell them what you're looking for, they are sure to recommend something you'll love or answer any questions you might have. They also have $6 mystery shots, which are so fun and, 10 out of 10 times, delicious! We came in at a slower, earlier time, but later on and during the weekends, it really fills up. It's such a fun environment with plenty of room to stand and enjoy the music or sit and enjoy your cocktail. It's the perfect spot for after-dinner drinks or as a pre-game before an event. This time around, we tried the "Summer '16" and "Berry the Evidence"--both were incredible. Such a fun spot! read more

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The atmosphere is of a upscale bar but with absolutely no food until fall of 2025/2026 according to website. Drinks were slow coming although staff was nice but can't drink on an empty stomach. read more

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Great late night spot or to chill. No food service but will give you olives if you ask nicely.

Dram & Draught was not very good. It wasn't 1-star terrible, but there wasn't anything that really impressed me about it. I had to sit at the bar for a solid 10-15 minutes before I decided to ask the bartender for a drink, as they never approached, or even acknowledged me as I was sitting there. A little while later, another patron walked in and sat next to me, and had the same problem. I remember him saying something along the lines of "are they ever going to ask me what I want to drink?". When I did ask for a drink, the bartender just pointed to a sign on the wall, which showcased their less-than-impressive selection of beers. I got one (1) drink and then left, but I probably should have just left earlier. Maybe I went on an off-night, but it was not an inspiring experience, especially with so many other options nearby. read more

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Dram & Draught is a fantastic spot for craft cocktails in South End! The vibe is intimate yet lively, making it a great place to unwind with a well-made drink. The bartenders are incredibly skilled and know their spirits inside and out. I had their espresso martini, and it was absolutely perfect smooth, rich, and with just the right balance of coffee and sweetness. Their whiskey selection is also impressive, so there's something for everyone. A big plus is the convenience of parking since it's attached to a garage. no stress trying to find a spot in South End! Whether you're stopping in for a quick drink or a night out, this place is a must-visit. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Dram and Draught is a cozy spot in South End not far from the rowdier places. The lights are low, the music isn't too loud, and the decor is pretty limited with the bar being the main focus. They were playing Bridesmaids on the projector, which is a win in my book - I do wish they had the subtitles on, though. It's a good spot for drinks and a chat. I had an espresso martini, which was pretty standard and leaned heavier on the coffee than it did any creamy or frothy elements. We additionally had a round of drinks bought for us by a couple of guys new to Charlotte, which I think speaks even further to the vibe - it lends itself to connection and conversation! read more

My favorite bar in Charlotte because they specialize in cocktails! This spot is casual and upscale at the same time. The staff is super friendly and happy to help you customize any drink to your liking. I can't say enough good things about Dram!! read more

My husband and I stopped by for drinks after walking around a local farmers market nearby. As soon as we entered, we were greeted by the bartender and served glasses of water. Our bartender was super sweet and knowledgeable about the various options on the menu, which was very helpful as I'm quite picky about my drinks. My husband ordered an old fashion. I wanted something sweet so the bartender remixed one of the drinks on the menu to make it sweeter for me. It was very good! The interior was well decorated with plenty of seating. It had a romantic vibe but also sophisticate and classic. Would highly recommend if you're in the area and looking for a new drinks spots before dinner or for a date night. read more

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Beautiful bar, great service, and phenomenal cocktails. Can't comment on the pricing since I didn't pay for my drink (thanks, cousin!), but they seem on par for quality craft and specialty cocktails in Charlotte. Bartenders are nice and fun to converse with. I look forward to my next visit! read more

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$9 cocktails on Tuesdays and wait they offer almost 40 different drinks!! Check this place out after dinner or just drinks with friends. It's an open area and the bottle display is really cool! Bartenders are very friendly and will recommend drinks if you can't decide.. read more

Got the check out this new cocktail bar in south end this weekend. The aesthetic of Burbons on the book shelf behind the bar is so pleasing to look at. Inside the aesthetic is brown leather and although it was nice it wasn't that inviting. The menu had tons of drinks on it. They serve beer as well. They even have a menu of what the bartenders favorite drinks are so that customers can order those too. I ordered the two cents. It was strong but good. I also tried tropical fire which came in a cool, black glass. The drink itself was very spicy though. A little too spicy to finish the drink. The best drink we got was the rolo royale. It tasted like a pina colada but not as sweet. Overall the experience was fine and service was good but the atmosphere wasn't that cozy to stick around for a while. Glad I got to experience this place though. read more

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Such a cute spot! I've been here a couple times now and it's one of my favorite bars! The drinks are fantastic! I love the variety they have. Also a big fan of the holiday and event themed drinks they do. The service is always fantastic! Everyone is so nice and they take care of you here! read more

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Absolutely loved this place! The two ladies working behind the bar were so helpful and pleasant. My drink was amazing, perfectly made, and exactly what I was hoping for. Great vibe, great service I'll definitely be back! read more

Dram and Draught makes excellent cocktails and has friendly and knowledgeable employees that truly know their craft and give great recommendations. Where I think they fall short a bit is with their atmosphere and vibe. Typically if I go to a cocktail bar it's with the knowledge that I am going to end up spending a lot of money as the delicious cocktails I am about to consume aren't cheap. What people pay for is more than just the drinks themselves, but for a sophisticated and elegant vibe. Whether it's energetic house music, or something more laid back like jazz, there should be music playing with low lights, comfortable couches and chairs, and a good crowd. My past two visits to Dram and Draught I feel lacked that type of atmosphere. There was no music on or if it was it was so quiet I couldn't hear it. The lights were very bright. The place as nearly empty, and most of all the decor just seems minimal. They are located inside a recently opened office building, and in my opinion they didn't do enough to really enhance their space, so it just seems pretty sterile. I hope that they are able to bring some life into this place. Their cocktails are exceptional, and looking at the website their other locations seem to offer a lot more. I think they are going to have to inject some life into this location if they want to compete with the other Southend night life destinations, but I hope they do because there is a lot of potential that I think is untapped. read more

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The bartenders are amazing and very knowledgeable. I will definitely be returning. The ambiance is very good they sometimes have the games on. read more

A friend of mine came into town for the weekend and he wanted to check out Dram & Draught since it just opened. The location is suppurb being right across the street from Charlotte Beer Garden that offer a large variety of whiskey. We sat a the bar and I ordered a peanut butter whiskey and I noticed the ambiance of the place is a real chill spot that looks like a great spot for a date. The staff was very attentive to our needs and was very nice and helpful with combination with our drinks. We only stayed for a drink before we kept the night going. This is a cool spot to check out for anyone wanting a good date night spot. read more

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The ambiance was great when we walked in, we got two seats at the bar. There was nice music being played by the dj and we were excited to try out this new spot. The drinks were good and there is no food service here outside of peanuts and pretzels. However the reason I could not give more than 3 stars is the service. We were overlooked multiple times and even had people who came after us get approached with menu and drinks before anyone noticed that we had not been addressed. We may go back in the future as the drinks were good and the guy who eventually gave us menus and some of the other staff was nice. read more

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We came here for an after dinner drink looking for a good atmosphere to have conversation and enjoy the evening, however, our service was terrible. Maybe the worst we've ever experienced. While the drinks were good, the staff was so unfriendly. Would not recommend this to anyone. read more

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I've been to Dram & Draught in Greensboro and Raleigh and I'm not exaggerating when I say it's my favorite cocktail bar I've ever been to. The number of unique drinks they have and the number of drinks they can make you based on your preferences is unmatched. There are few things I hate worse than a bad overpriced cocktail. You will not find those here. So glad they've come to Charlotte! read more

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Great bar with windows and amazing drinks! Same prices as drinks everywhere. Drinks were good. I'd go again. read more

Dram and Draught - Weekend Friend (left), Blackberry Smoke (right). - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

My friends and I stopped in here one Saturday night during their soft opening and had a wonderful time. The bartenders were very kind and patient, and our cocktails were delicious! I feel like they're worth the $14 price tag, honestly. The decor and ambience was also nice and a little romantic. We loved it read more

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Cool new cocktail bar in south end. Came here with a few friends on a Saturday night and we got seated right away. The drinks are great. I recommend the fresas frescas or the hellfire club for those who like a kick and the blackberry smoke or Becky from the block for more refreshing drinks. Great service and ambience too! read more

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Amazing cocktails and super environment. I'll be back to try more! My favorite was the Birds and the Bees. Bartenders and servers were nice and attentive. read more

These cocktails are the best in the area. The service is always AMAZING! Great spot for date night or girls night!

What an amazing find! We stopped in after noticing it from the Beer Garden. The service and friendliness from the bartenders was spot on. The cocktails (which typically aren't my favorite) had a great balance to them. We will be back! read more

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Most amazing bar! We love it here!!! Service is incredible. All the bartenders are experts. Such a pretty bar with the bottles stacked to the ceiling. Charlotte's best kept secret! read more

Beautiful cocktail bar in southend. My first time last week, I don't drink but they even serve their Coke in a glass bottle. Bartenders friendly. Really elevated my experience! read more

Loved it here. The vibes sitting at the bar very nice and the drinks are amazing. I will be back very soon!

If your looking for a good cocktail spot . This is the place. Great atmosphere, the bartenders are very knowledgeable and they have events from time to time . So ask a bartender to stay updated on those :) read more

My local favorite, always great drinks and rotating selection makes it fun to keep coming back and finding new drinks to try. Has a great atmosphere and location in downtown Raleigh. The staff is always friendly and helpful with selections. Duke the manager runs a great business and is super friendly. read more

Great bartenders, great whiskey selection, very reasonable prices. Really enjoyed spending some time here

Terrible service. We had to wait almost 20 minutes for our drinks to be ready and the servers were really rude and inconsiderate. Wouldn't recommend to anyone. read more

Unfortunately I think they were severely understaffed the one time I went. Our server came to our table twice in the span of 2 hours and trying to pay our tabs at the bar before leaving took an additional 20+ minutes. I wish I could say more about the drinks but the one I was able to order wasn't anything special. A bit disappointed I was excited to try this spot. read more