NYC’s Top Cocktails, Rated by the People Who Actually Drink Them.

Every week, Syp reveals the Top 5 Best Cocktails in NYC, rated in real time and by real people on the Syp app. No paid lists, influencer agendas, or hidden sponsorships. Just honest scores from New Yorkers who know when a drink is worth talking about.

And the weekly winners are only the beginning. Inside the app, Syp features full all-time rankings for every cocktail category in NYC: Old Fashioneds, Espresso Martinis, Margaritas, Negronis, Whiskey Sours, and even mocktails, all reviewed and rated by real drinkers using the app.

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Let’s get into this week’s top contenders.

#1: Sidecar

Location: The Portrait Bar (in NoMad)
Overall Rating: 9.5 / 10
Price Range: $24-26
Presentation Score: 5 / 5 stars (Stunning)

Why it made this week’s Top 5:
“The presentation of this cocktail was great. The rim on the cocktail went well with the drink itself. I personally don’t love drinks that taste strongly of alcohol, but this was the perfect mix of strong enough, but also very easy to drink. They also serve each drink with coasters that have different designs which were fun to browse.” – Syp User

#2: Old Fashioned

Location: The Dead Rabbit (in Financial District)
Overall Rating: 9.1 / 10
Price Range: $21-23
Presentation Score: 5 / 5 stars (Stunning)

Why it made this week’s Top 5:
“A festive play on a classic Old Fashioned, made with gingerbread syrup that had warm spice and caramel notes. Smooth, well-balanced, and not overly sweet. A perfect holiday pour.” – Syp User

#3: Dirty Martini

Location: VALERIE (in Midtown)
Overall Rating: 9.1 / 10
Price Range: $18-20
Presentation Score: 5 / 5 stars (Stunning)

Why it made this week’s Top 5:
“Understood the assignment when I said extra dirty, filthy grey goose martini. And what kind of olives are these?? Most delicious olive brine l’ve ever had. Will be back for weekday $13 cocktail happy hour. And I like the Christmas vibes.” – Syp User

#4: Whiskey Sour

Location: Ophelia Lounge (in Midtown East)
Overall Rating: 9.0 / 10
Price Range: $21-23
Presentation Score: 5 / 5 stars (Stunning)

Why it made this week’s Top 5:
“A solid whiskey sour with a clean and balanced profile. The dried orange garnish was an unexpected touch but worked beautifully. Overall tasty, citrusy, and well-made.” – Syp User

#5: Moscow Mule

Location: Haven Rooftop (in Midtown East)
Overall Rating: 8.8 / 10
Price Range: $21-23
Presentation Score: 5 / 5 stars (Stunning)

Why it made this week’s Top 5:
“A festive take on a Moscow Mule, swapping in apple cider for a cozy holiday twist that adds warmth and subtle sweetness. Nicely balanced and seasonal, though I would’ve liked it a touch stronger on the vodka.”  – Syp User

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