A bold blend of history and indulgence—our cocktails and bites channel the glamour, rebellion, and rich flavors of the Prohibition era with a modern twist on timeless classics. Learn the history of the original speakeasy, while sipping on a handcrafted cocktail, and seeing the country's oldest electric elevator in action.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
One curated small plate to pair with your cocktail (additional menu offerings available for an upgrade)
One historic handcrafted cocktail (with zero-proof options available), inspired by original 1920s recipes
Meeting Points
Departure
918 F St NW
Enter National Union Building and walk to the end of the lobby corridor to the curtained entry.
Return
Itinerary
Step beyond the city street and descend into a secret world hidden beneath the cobblestones. This immersive speakeasy experience transports guests back to the roaring 1920s—a time of jazz, bootleggers, and whispered passwords. Located in a once-forgotten underground space, this reawakened speakeasy was originally a covert gathering spot during Prohibition, and has now been meticulously restored with vintage décor, candlelit corners, and the echoes of a time gone by.
Whether you're a history lover or cocktail connoisseur, this hidden gem invites you to sip, sway, and step into D.C.’s underground past.
What to Expect A guided introduction to the speakeasy’s history—true tales of raids, resi...
Sips from the Past - Original Speakeasy Experience
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A bold blend of history and indulgence—our cocktails and bites channel the glamour, rebellion, and rich flavors of the Prohibition era with a modern twist on timeless classics. Learn the history of the original speakeasy, while sipping on a handcrafted cocktail, and seeing the country's oldest electric elevator in action.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
One curated small plate to pair with your cocktail (additional menu offerings available for an upgrade)
One historic handcrafted cocktail (with zero-proof options available), inspired by original 1920s recipes
Meeting Points
Departure
918 F St NW
Enter National Union Building and walk to the end of the lobby corridor to the curtained entry.
