During a recent trip to New Orleans, I was invited to experience the fabulous
Hot Tin at
The Pontchartrain Hotel. I said yes faster than you can say, "Tennessee Williams wrote
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof while he lived in New Orleans!" I'm always a fan of a rooftop bar, and Hot Tin does not disappoint. Read on to find out more about this can't-miss spot in NOLA!
Inspired by a 1940s artist loft, Hot Tin holds curiosities around every corner. You never know what you may find next to you! I especially loved finding unique paintings, board games, and typewriters throughout the space.
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A fun portrait right when you step off the elevator to Hot Tin.
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I could have spent hours poring through all of the unique curiosities found around Hot Tin.
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I'm a sucker for old typewriters, and I loved finding this old Royal one.
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But here's what I'm really here to talk about ... the cocktails. Wow, is it worth going to Hot Tin for one of these! They're $14 each, and truly spectacular. My mom and I pored over the menu and had quite a difficult time choosing because every single one sounded utterly divine!
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So many delicious cocktails to choose from!
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We finally settled on:
The Burn Book
Gentilly barrel aged gin, passion fruit, chareau, lime, housemade orgeat
Back to Black
Cathead honeysuckle vodka, vermouth, blackberry, lavender, lemon, egg white
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The cocktails at Hot Tin are as beautiful as they are delicious!
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The Back to Black and Burn Book cocktails at Hot Tin.
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Each cocktail was perfectly made and perfectly delicious — we definitely savored every sip!
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The Back to Black cocktail at Hot Tin.
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I also loved the beautiful turquoise floral design on the Back to Black, which was such a gorgeous touch.
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The stunning view from the rooftop at Hot Tin.
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And, since we all know you come to a rooftop bar for the views ... well, of course they don't disappoint! The bar offers a seriously stunning 270-degree view of Downtown New Orleans and the Mississippi River. While there are plenty of seats inside, going out onto the balcony is certainly not to be missed!
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Enjoying a night out with my mom at The Pontchartrain Hotel's rooftop bar, Hot Tin.
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If you're in New Orleans and need a fun bar with excellent cocktails, Hot Tin should absolutely be on your list. The bar opens at 2pm every day and is first come, first served. We went on a Friday night and it was PACKED (shout out to Hot Tin for reserving a table for us with the most fun, throne-like chairs we'd ever seen!). I'd recommend going early for the best seat — and the best view, of course!
For more information about Hot Tin, visit hottinbar.com.
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