🌟 So What if it Tastes Like a Burning Tire and Bug Spray! Top 10 Bars in Chicago to Experience the Infamous Malort! 🥃 #ChicagoNights #MalortChallenge"

🌟 So What if it Tastes Like a Burning Tire and Bug Spray! Top 10 Bars in Chicago to Experience the Infamous Malort! 🥃 #ChicagoNights #MalortChallenge"
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🌟 So What if it Tastes Like a Burning Tire and Bug Spray! Top 10 Bars in Chicago to Experience the Infamous Malort! 🥃 #ChicagoNights #MalortChallenge"

Ah, Malort! It’s one of those spirits that definitely divides opinion with its unique, bitter taste. It’s a Chicago staple, though, and experiencing it is almost a rite of passage when visiting the city. Here are ten bars in Chicago where you can try Malort and really get a feel for this infamous local liquor

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The Violet Hour 01

The Violet Hour

Restaurant · Chicago, IL

Known for its sophisticated cocktails, The Violet Hour in Wicker Park also offers Malort for those looking to try something truly local.

Longman & Eagle 03

Longman & Eagle

Restaurant · Chicago, IL

This Logan Square bar not only offers a fantastic whiskey selection but also features Malort for the adventurous drinker.

Skylark 07

Skylark

Restaurant · Chicago, IL

Located in Pilsen, Skylark isn’t fancy, but it’s a perfect spot for a shot of Malort with a side of great atmosphere

Billy Sunday 08

Billy Sunday

Restaurant · Chicago, IL

This Logan Square spot is known for its vintage spirits and creative cocktails, and yes, that includes Malort.

Hopleaf 09

Hopleaf

Restaurant · Chicago, IL

I'm In Andersonville, this bar is better known for its extensive beer selection, but it doesn’t shy away from serving Malort.

CH Distillery 10

CH Distillery

Restaurant · Chicago, IL

You can go straight to the source! CH Distillery acquired the Jeppson’s brand and now serves it in their cocktail bar in the West Loop.

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