A spring cocktail collection toasting the conversations that quietly shaped Washington, DC!
Twelve Cocktails Honoring DC’s Behind-the-Scenes Influencers
Doyle Bar at The Dupont Circle Hotel launches its new Swing Set cocktail menu on May 19, 2026, transporting guests into eight decades of capital city memory. The collection arrives as the nation marks 250 years of American history. Each of the twelve drinks honors a figure whose quiet influence shaped culture, policy, or craft. Prices range from $15 to $22 across the thoughtfully composed menu.
Spirit-Forward Storytelling Through Flavor
Behind the menu is General Manager Chrissy Sheffey (featured left), who frames Swing Set as a tribute to rooms where one conversation can shift everything. Golden Keys pours Filibuster Gin with St-Germain and golden apple foam, a nod to Chief Concierge Michael High (featured right). Spin Cycle channels crisis strategist Judy Smith through red wine, brandy, and citrus shrub. Beautiful Bird layers hibiscus-infused tequila in honor of Lady Bird Johnson. Bern the Wood smokes bourbon for Woodward and Bernstein. GoGo Swing captures Chuck Brown’s rhythm in bourbon and prosecco!
Zero-Proof Options and Sustainable Mixology
Notably, Silent Spring delivers a botanical zero-proof tribute to Rachel Carson, while Take the A lingers like Duke Ellington’s melodies. House-made shrubs, advanced techniques, and sustainable practices anchor every pour. The Martin Brudnizki-designed space, with its plush banquettes and mid-century glamour, makes lingering inevitable.
The Washington Lobbyist champions DC’s storytellers, bartenders, and cultural architects. Book your seat at Doyle Bar and taste history unfolding!
Doyle Bar at The Dupont Circle Hotel 1500 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036 Cocktails: $15–$22 | Average room rate: $389/night.
