May

RT60 at Reverb by Hard Rock

HOTEL ROOFTOP BARS AND OUTDOOR TERRACES

Many boutique hotels have recently opened in Atlanta, offering up new, hip rooftop bars and outdoor spaces to join some of our favorite established spaces.

BY LIESL MERKEL

St. Julep at Kimpton Sylvan Hotel

The bar St. Julep on the hotel’s rooftop deck offers playful fun with funky, craveable snacks and no-fuss cocktails in Buckhead. www.saintjulepatl.com

Aerial Kitchen & Bar at Epicurean Atlanta

Step into a fragrant garden at Aerial Kitchen & Bar, lined with outdoor lounge seating on the ninth floor Sky Terrace. www.epicureanhotelatlanta.com

Spaceman at Hyatt Centric Buckhead

In addition to fantastic views of Buckhead, Spaceman will promise an out-of-this-world experience. www.spacemanatl.com

Whiskey Blue at Hotel Colee

Located on the rooftop of Hotel Colee, Whiskey Blue has two terraces offering full-service bars for maximum relaxation. www.whiskeyblueatl.com

SkyLounge at The Glenn Hotel

Recently voted as one of the “Top 23 Best Rooftop Lounges in the World” by ABC.com, this hot gem is perfect for an evening out. www.glennsskylounge.com

RT60 at Reverb by Hard Rock

With views of Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the city skyline, Reverb’s RT60 Rooftop Bar will treat you like the rock star you are. reverb.hardrockhotels.com/atlanta

The Rooftop at The Overland at Kimpton Overland Hotel

The Rooftop at The Overland is located eight floors up with an incredible view of the driver development track at Porsche Experience Center and the runway at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. www.kimptonoverlandhotel.com

The Rooftop at Hotel Clermont

Located on top of the legendary Hotel Clermont in Midtown, The Rooftop is a one-of-a-kind gathering spot offering views of the vibrant lights and buzz of the city. www.hotelclermont.com

Drawbar at Bellyard Hotel

The new Bellyard Hotel is built on land once used as stockyards and houses Drawbar, a hot destination for cocktails and cuisine. Drawbar’s outdoor terrace offers a unique view of Atlanta’s skyline. www.bellyardhotel.com

CRIS MOLINA 12 New Realm Brewing

Company

Explore this hop-filled brewing destination in the Old Fourth Ward. New Realm Brewing Company offers plenty of outdoor seating on the patio, rooftop and in the beer garden for sipping on Hazy Like a Fox IPA or Hoptropolis IPA. www.newrealmbrewing.com

13 Orpheus Brewing

Transmigration of Souls IPA and Atlanta tart plum saison are just two of the brews guests can enjoy at Orpheus Brewing’s dog-friendly beer garden adjacent to Piedmont Park. www.orpheusbrewing.com

14 Scofflaw Brewing Co.

Scofflaw Brewing Co. lures beer fans to its taproom and expansive outdoor seating area in the Westside. Their 18,000-square-foot facility offers a rotation of brews, seltzers and special releases and often hosts food trucks and special events. www.scofflawbeer.com

15 Second Self Beer Co.

Find flavorful brews at Second Self Beer Co. in West Midtown. Pair favorites such as Thai Wheat or Game Night IPA and hard seltzers with a variety of games. Make plans for Game Night Thursday with $10 pitchers, $3 pints on Fridays. Kids and dogs are welcome. www.secondselfbeer.com

16 STATS Brewpub

Score a seat on the rooftop patio at downtown Atlanta’s ultimate sports bar. STATS Brewpub offers a menu of elevated bar food, a selection of home-brewed beers and craft cocktails from its on-site brewery and personal beer taps on select tables. www.statsatl.com

Shake things up with a visit to Steady Hand Beer Co. boasting 24 taps, games, food trucks and live music in the taproom. This Westside brewery’s beer offerings include a variety of classic and seasonal selections such as Cloudland hazy IPA, Imperial Coffee stout and Farmhouse ale. www.steadyhandbeer.com

18 SweetWater Brewing

Company

Never one to float the mainstream, SweetWater Brewing Company features an expansive taproom that offers 24 beers on tap, a full menu, tours and a pet-friendly patio. SweetWater hosts trivia every Wednesday night and live music on occasion. Stop in for a H.A.Z.Y. IPA, a seasonal brew, such as their Almond Milk Stout, one of their hard seltzers or vodka sodas. www.sweetwaterbrew.com

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19 Three Taverns Craft

Brewery

With the slogan “Surpass the Ordinary,” Three Taverns Craft Brewery delves into its craft at two locations – The Parlour, in Decatur, and The Imaginarium, dedicated to experimental beers in the Atlanta Dairies complex. Both locations offer patio seating for savoring one (or two) of their wide variety of brews including A Night on Ponce IPA, Rapturous Raspberry sour ale, Coffee Milks Stouts or their new Monastic beers. www.threetavernsbrewery.com With the fourth-best beer garden in America according to USA Today, family-owned Tucker Brewing Company is the only Georgia brewery dedicated to making easy-to-drink German-style lagers. Spread out on the brewery’s 8,500-square-foot, familyfriendly beer garden to enjoy delicious German-inspired dishes, paired with easy drinking brews. Tucker Brewing hosts cornhole, trivia and live music throughout the year. www.tuckerbrewing.com

21 Wild Heaven Beer

Wild Heaven offers two locations to enjoy their traditional European brews infused with Southern flair. Both locations offer a variety of brews while West End also offers snacks in a park-like setting. Check their events calendar for pop-ups, live music, specials and more. www.wildheavenbeer.com

THE BEST WHISKEY BARS IN ATLANTA

When you think whiskey, you may not immediately think of Georgia but Atlanta actually has a variety of top distilleries and whiskey bars. You are sure to love these.

American Spirit Whiskey Exchange

ASW has three locations around Atlanta and is the largest operating distillery in the state, distilling fine bourbon, rye, single and double malt, vodka and gin. Check their website for special events at each location including tours, comedy nights and more. www.aswdistillery.com

Independent Distilling Company

Independent Distilling was founded to create small-batch handcrafted spirits. Their selection includes rums and whiskeys. Stop in for a specialty flight or craft cocktail or pick up a bottle after enjoying a tour. www.independentdistilling.com Local Three Kitchen & Bar

Local Three is one of the top whiskey tasting bars in metro Atlanta. It is home to one of the largest and most diverse whiskey collections in the Southeast, featuring more than 500 whiskeys in the whiskey tasting series and taste top whiskey. www.localthree.com

The Southern Gentleman

This Southern-inspired gastropub offers upscale modern Southern cuisine accompanied by cocktails and an extensive list of whiskey offering by the glass or flight. Dine in the sophisticated space for dinner, Sunday brunch or for special events or holidays like Father’s Day. www.thesoutherngentlemanatl.com

The Southern Gentleman

Foxtrot Liquor Bar

A bar that doesn’t take itself too seriously, Foxtrot offers craft cocktails and small plates in a comfortable high-end space in Midtown. The warm and inviting interior is a great place to bring guests or meet friends after work. www.foxtrotbar.com

Old Fourth Distillery

Started by two brothers, Old Fourth Distillery offers handcrafted spirits including gin, vodka, lemon liquor, bourbon and whiskey. At the distillery you can enjoy a craft cocktail or unique spirit flight in addition to tours and special events. www.o4d.com

LOCAL SHOPPING AT FESTIVALS AND POP-UP MARKETS

Warm weather brings Atlanta outdoors with festivals and pop-up markets to meet all your shopping needs. Find a truly one-of-a-kind gift. Shop for unique vintage clothing or decor. Enjoy fresh produce and artisan foods. Decorate your space with art and crafts from talented locals. Here’s where to find the goods this summer and have some fun while doing it.

BY JOLEEN PETE

Georgia Vintage Goods

Virginia Highland Summerfest

Virginia Highland Summerfest offers both an art fair and maker’s market. The juried art festival showcases a variety of original art while the maker’s market is non-juried with vendors selling everything from handmade soaps to pet items, candles, honey, nuts and other goods. www.vahisummerfest.org

Piedmont Park Summer Arts Festival

This festival features more than 250 of the nation’s top artists and is recognized as one of the top arts festivals in the country. Held in the heart of Atlanta, the festival features painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metalwork, glass blowers, jewelers and crafters and is accompanied by artist demonstrations, live acoustic music, a children’s play area, plus festival foods and beverages with healthy alternatives. www.piedmontparkartsfestival.com Miami Circle Gallery Strolls

Fine art aficionados won’t want to skip Miami Circle Gallery Strolls every other month in Buckhead. Miami Circle is the largest gathering of fine art galleries in Atlanta. Soak in the art and enjoy wine and small bites from several of the galleries as you meander. The summertime stroll takes place on Saturday, July 16 from 4 to 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/livablebuckhead

Georgia Vintage Goods

Looking for unique crafts, local artisans and vintage goods? Georgia Vintage Goods hosts frequent pop-up style markets in Summerhill, featuring some of the best local vintage curators and handmade creators. Visit Georgia Vintage Goods on Facebook or follow on Instagram for details on dates, locations and vendors offering clothing, jewelry, art and vintage goods. www.facebook.com/georgiavintagegoods

The Works

Festival on Ponce

Festival on Ponce is held twice a year with over 150 vendors offering a variety of fine art, crafts, folks art, “outsider” art and provisions from the likes of Piedmont Provisions, Oliver Fritz Candles, The Craftist soaps and more. www.festivalonponce.com

The Works

While not your typical open-air market, The Works, located in Upper Westside Atlanta, offers year-round boutique shopping with the occasional artisan pop-up, most recently the Atlanta Girl Gang Members Mart and Indie Craft Experience Holiday Market. The Works is conveniently located right off the Atlanta BeltLine. Make a day of it with delicious food from Chattahoochee Food Hall. www.theworksatl.com