Monthly Archives: October 2011

Here’s a great write up of our first day by Evan.  He also took all the pictures, which came out really well, considering. 

Gourmet Underground Detroit

Friends,

Last night, the 4th of October, the Sugar House officially opened it doors.  Chuck and Dave, backed by the lovely and talented Corey, made drinks for about 100 people over seven hours, to nothing less than rave fucking reviews.  Our thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate this momentous occasion.

If you missed out on the action, our good friend Marvin Shaouni took some killer shots, such as the one above, which can be found on his site.

We were planning on opening tonight, Wednesday, but the owner had her own momentous plans that did not agree with ours.  Our apologies to those of you who attempted to visit us, but nature, as Jeff Goldblum said in Jurassic Park, has a way of making it’s own plans.  Or something.  Honestly, it’s been fucking years since I’ve seen that movie. Nevertheless, we plan to re-open this Friday, for the real reals.

Here’s a sneak pizzeak at the menu from last night, which will more or less be our initial fall menu…

AUTUMN OLD FASHIONED $6

Wild Turkey Rye, Apple Cider Syrup, Angostura

BLACK ROSE $7

Orange Pekoe Infused Tanqueray, Rosemary Syrup, Lemon & Grapefruit

DARK & STORMY $7

Cruzan Aged Light, Gosling’s Black, Ginger Syrup, Lime & Soda

GIN BASIL SMASH $7

Beefeater, Demerara, Lime & Basil

MUMBAI IS FOR LOVERS $7

Beefeater, Lemon, Tamarind Syrup, Angostura & Egg White

LA PENICILLINA $8

El Jimador Blanco, Lemon, Ginger Honey Syrup, Vida Mezcal

METROPOLE $8

Chalfonte VSOP, Punt e Mes, Luxardo Maraschino, Angostura

APPLE SHRUB $9

Old Granddad, Laird’s Apple Brandy, Apple Cider Vinegar Shrub, Demerara, Lemon, Angostura, Nutmeg

FRAGOLA AMARA $9

Cruzan Aged Light, Chartreuse, Fernet Branca, Demerara, Lemon, Strawberries, Mint, Salt & Soda

THE LOST ART (OF KEEPING A SECRET) $9

Tequila Blanco, Cynar, Winter Falernum, Lime, Angostura & Mint

MAPLE FIZZ $9

Wild Turkey 101 Rye, Grade C Maple Syrup, Lemon, Egg Yolk, Angostura & Soda

MONTE CARLO $9

Bulleit Rye, Benedictine & Root Beer Bitters

As you can see, the list is pretty boss.  About half are totally original recipes, and the rest are versions of classics or contemporary classics that we’ve really made our own.   So stop by and support your new favorite bar, whydontcha??