Norm had the “Corpse Reviver No.2,” created by
Harry Craddock in 1930. I’m not sure where he
remembers it from and I’m sure he would not
have been revived, if he had too many. His drink
had Nole’s Gin, Contreau, Illet Blanc, lemon,
Vieux Carré Absinthe spritz. Obviously, we were
thirsty and it was challenging not to guzzled
these down before I could take the photo. But
we managed to wait and then sip. We can be
somewhat disciplined, when we know we have a
great dinner coming.
Plat 99 Looking In
It wasn’t just old drinks, Plat 99 features new
concoctions as well. I know there is a bartender
book with all this information, but rarely do you
see it so delightfully presented on a menu with
all ingredients listed.
Mixologist and bar manager, Michael Gray,
passed along one of his creations from 2011,
“The Definition of Insanity.”
COURTESY OF THE ALEXANDER
When I mentioned Plat 99 to a couple of people
who had recently visited Indy, their reaction
was the same as ours.
Plat 99 is one of the loveliest and comfortable
bars Norm and I have experienced. Cutting edge
style, yet comfortable and personable service,
allow you to relax and enjoy.
The Alexander Hotel was Indianapolis’ newest
hotel in 2013 and Plat 99 and Cerulean are edgy,
“in” places. But this writer feels strongly that,
more than a young crowd, this combination will
draw those who want an extraordinary
experience. It’s a little outside of downtown in a
revitalized district that I expect will be alive
and flourishing over the next couple of years.
If you try out Plat 99, please let us know your
reaction. All of us at Luxe Beat Magazine like
to hear from our readers about places we’ve
been and places we should try.
Photography by Maralyn D. Hill except
where noted.
The Definition of Insanity
¾ oz. Fresh lemon juice
¾ oz. Indiana shagbark hickory syrup
½ oz. Yellow Chartreuse
1 ½ oz. Fresno pepper infused
Redemption Bourbon
Mix with ice in a
shaker and pour or
serve on the rocks.
THANKS FOR SHARING MICHAEL.
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DEFINITION OF INSANITY. PHOTO VISIT INDY/KENNY BROWN
½ oz. Angostura bitters