A couple of weeks ago, Steve and I stopped by the bar at Loews Regency on Park Avenue. I had been invited to try their non-alcoholic cocktails, but due to a misunderstanding, we ended up with the version that contained alcohol. No complaints though, I’ve since tried both, and they’re equally good.
The bar is tucked into the lobby of the elegant hotel, which has been an Upper East Side fixture for more than 60 years. In the summer, things are a little quieter than usual. The bartender told us that many of the regulars spend the season in the Hamptons, but for the rest of the year, especially on weekday evenings, it’s much livelier with people dropping in for a drink after work.
We were served a Citrus Fizz, which also comes in a non-alcoholic version. Ours, as mentioned, was the boozy take, with St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, chamomile tea, and fresh lemon juice. It was bright, refreshing, and perfect for a warm summer night.
At The Regency Bar & Grill, the Citrus Fizz is part of Fizz by Loews Hotels, the brand’s new soda-forward program. It’s a playful, modern take on the classic hotel bar experience, with house-made sodas and spritzes that fit right in with today’s shift toward mindful, flavorful drinking.
If you’re in New York City I highly recommend stopping by Loews for a Citrus Fizz and soaking up the classy surroundings. And if you can’t make it in person, here’s the recipe so you can mix one up at home.
Recipe: The Citrus Fizz at Loews Regency New York
Loews Regency, 540 Park Ave, New York, NY 10065, United States
If you’re looking for a place to stay on the Upper East Side, Loews Regency New York is one of those hotels that gets it just right. It’s classy without being over the top, with an understated kind of luxury that feels both elegant and welcoming. A great choice if you want to be close to Central Park and Madison Avenue while staying in a place that feels truly New York.
