Winter in New York calls for warmth—the kind found not just in glowing windows or well-worn scarves, but in the comfort of a perfectly made cocktail. This season, master mixologist Jeremy Oertel brings that warmth to the Soho Grand and Roxy Hotel with a menu of cold-weather drinks designed to capture the city’s most nostalgic and transportive moods.

Known for his thoughtful layering of flavor and his ability to reimagine classics without losing their soul, Oertel has created a collection of cocktails that reflect a playful yet sophisticated approach to winter drinking in New York. From a bourbon-spiked riff on the Espresso Martini at The Django to a mezcal- and tamarind-driven Negroni at the Club Room, each drink channels a different facet of the season—cozy, smoky, festive, romantic, and occasionally surprising.

Oertel takes us behind the bar to share the inspiration and ingredients for each creation. Consider this your guide to the season’s standout sips.

Roxy Bar — Winter Islands
“A rum punch that’s like autumn meeting the tropics. A blend of rums, apple cider, notes of clove and allspice from Velvet Falernum, vanilla, and a touch of Amaro Montenegro to round it out.”

The Django — Spice of Life
“The Django bartender, Morgan Burbridge, came up with this one. It’s a great twist on an Espresso Martini, built on a bourbon base with amaro and allspice to make it extra cozy for the cooler months.”

Soho Grand Diner — Tonight Tonight
“A Pumpkin Spice Mai Tai.”

Grand Bar & Salon — Rosemary Rose
“A Negroni with a sloe gin base and a rosemary finish.”

Club Room — Borderlands
“A tamarind Negroni with a mezcal base, mole bitters, and a hint of ginger—smoky and tangy with a rich ginger finish.”