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    Juniper

    4.4 (86 reviews)
    ModerateCocktail Bars
    Open 4:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    Taric W.

    I will say without hesitation that Juniper serves the best cocktails in Tucson. Maybe not even just Tucson--this is the best of the best you can find through the entirety of Southern Arizona! These drinks are innovative, thoughtful, and aesthetically pleasing in a way that leaves you excited for more and expands one's idea of a well-made libation. Inspired by a medley of global flavors, Juniper started off as a side project from a local brewery and unexpectedly exploded into a swanky hangout with zero seats left open on weekend nights. Yes, virtually everything on the menu is gin-based. But that shouldn't scare you away! Gin is essentially a neutral spirit infused with botanicals and/or citrus, so if you had a bad experience with one brand, there will be another out there you'll fall in love with. Elliott, the General Manager of the bar, elevates the passionate curation of his menu to perfection. Here are some examples of what you might fall in love with: Balzy Maracuya: A 'maracuya' is a passion fruit beverage originating from South America. In this drink, fruity flavors are enhanced with popping boba filled with balsamic vinegar. Botanist: Upscale gin and tonic with thyme, rosemary, and star anise. Cronus Punch: Rum punch lovers will be blown away by the rare sighting of clarified gin On special ocassions, you'll find limited edition items like gin sorbet affogatos and horchata martinis. At the turn of each new year, there's a menu rotation that may sadly remove some of my faves. But here, at Juniper I can guarantee two things: Something uniquely enjoyable, and a gracious staff that will be happy to explain the intricacies of lesser-known spirits on the shelf. In 2026, I predict it will remain one of Tucson's hottest cocktail hangouts.

    Isabella J.

    We stopped in on a Sunday around 5:15 with a group of six. The bar was empty when we walked in. This is where small businesses have an opportunity to really showcase what they do because they are not overwhelmed by other customers, but from a service standpoint I found that the bartender fell short on being welcoming and taking the time to educate on their extensive menu. Our group as a whole was not a "gin" drinking group but everyone, except me (because I can't drink hard alcohol) ordered a gin based drink to give them a shotm, since this what they are all about. If you don't drink gin, they do have other spirits. When my husband asked if they're had campari, the bartenders response was "we're a gin bar, of course we have campari." Again, maybe another opportunity to just be polite and say yes we do. I've been in customer service and hospitality for the greater part of my career, and it is something I consistently see dropping in Tucson. I want to go back to the places that are enthusiastic about what they do and equally share that with their customers who are ultimately the ones that they rely on to stay in business. While they do have an extensive gin selection, and interesting cocktails, the people vibes did not leave me compelled enough to return for a second try.

    Natalie S.

    We decided to stop in after always walking by and were pleasantly surprised by the vibe of this bar. The decor is relaxed with a good blend of old hits and current music on the playlist. We tried the signature gin cocktail which was great, and turned one of the other fancy options into a non-alcoholic version. The variety and the option for actual N.A. beverages that are not just juice will have us coming back here again!

    Anthony N.

    I cannot sing the praises of Juniper enough. As someone who is primarily a beer drinker I do not dabble in cocktails often. This is a smaller spot with limited seating but it makes everything feel more special. I tired two cocktails the Blue Juniper and one of the fizz, both outstanding. My wife asked about one of their old cocktails and the owner came by to make it for her and also showed her how to make it if she ever wanted to make it at home. He went beyond what I would have expected and made my wife's night. Juniper continues to be one of our favorite spots in Tucson.

    Mina M.

    Super cute bar in downtown Tucson! We stumbled upon this bar on our first night in Tucson. While I'm not much of a gin girl, I gave it a shot and really enjoyed my gin martini! The servers were nice and excited to give us some recommendations. They brought waters to our table before we even ordered, which was appreciated. I like the interior brick wall with the original paintings on it.

    What an amazing gin joint , look at this drink! It's botanist gin with an amazing arrangement! Just smell the pine floral aroma ;-)

    So good , so many gin options ! The bartenders are amazing and helpful , this is a Tucson downtown option that needs to be part of your visit

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    Lindsey H.

    Gin is my spirit of choice, so Juniper is right up my alley. I've been a handful of times and always find new and interesting cocktails to try. The service here has been really friendly each time I've visited, and the atmosphere is intimate and cute (love the little table in the window area). The drinks are expensive (some are $17, which is quite high for Tucson), but they do offer a happy hour and a loyalty program, which I really appreciate. I love the creative menu, and it's a great spot for a date night or a nightcap after a show.

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    Mayu Z.

    Great downtown location. Love the happy hour! ** most drinks are gin based but do have other options

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    Lea P.

    We always enjoy visiting Juniper in downtown Tucson. It has a great ambience and excellent service by the two owners who work the bar. I'm not very familiar with gin but they recommended their signature drink and it was great! Our group of six was able to find tables and chairs easily and really enjoyed the experience. We recommend it.

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    Thea R.

    I visited Juniper for a second visit a few weeks ago and it was a lot busier this time around, but we still had great service. We went for just a single drink after a concert and decided to try the Espresso Martini this time. Yet again another successful drink. It was delicious! We even ran into one of the owners, Elliot, and he remembered us which made us feel like he cares about his customers and wants to make sure everyone is happy.

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    Gene T.

    Wonderful little stop! There is a vast selection of gin. Plus other items. Went through their leather bound menu and selected the Gin Mare Old Fashioned. Wow. Simply wonderful! This will be a journey I will continue !

    david q.

    The ambience was the only thing in my opinion that worked for me, they even had a live jazz band playing good tunes. The drinks were pricey for what you got. I ordered the blue juniper and it tasted like soda water and juice. On top of that, we started a tab and when I went to close it out they told us they couldn't find it. So I payed with another card. Somehow they found the original tab and charged us again at the end of the night. We spoke with a manager who said they would reverse it but nothing has come of it.

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    Mark A.

    Gin fan's dream, Juniper has all kinds of gin, neat and mixed. Simple but nice bar right in downtown with a big selection of all kinds of gin. Bartender was very nice and informative; she was local so she was able to tell us all about the stuff from Arizona; we got a couple of cocktails and neat (Suncliffe) to try something new. Would like to have been able to try more, but next time! She also gave us recommendations to other restaurants and bars in the area which was really nice.

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    Fantastic spot for a business dinner. Menu is well laid out, however, the fixed menu far out performs the regular menu.

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    Amazing unique drinks. I've been here a few times when I can. Craftsman(women) at their best

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    Loved it! They have amazing drinks with cute garnishes. The mixologists and owner are great.

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    Great selection of locally brewed beers. Cool vibe. I would definitely recommend you try this place out!

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    Awesome little taproom in downtown Tucson! The Last Straw Berry IPA is incredible! Such a fun atmosphere and great service!!!

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    The absolute worst beer I've ever tried to pour down my gullet. Took one sip and walked out. Nasty.

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