Louisville's beloved watering hole recognized as one of USA TODAY's top bars for the year
Darling's in Louisville Named on USA TODAY's Best Bars List for 2025
Darling's, a cozy cocktail bar in Louisville's Highlands neighborhood, has been recognised as one of the best bars in America on USA TODAY's Bars of the Year 2025 list. The bar, known especially for its gin-based drinks, stands out with its inviting ambiance and high-quality, thoughtfully crafted cocktails [1][2][3][4].
The selection of Darling's on the USA TODAY's best bars list was based on its variety of gin-based cocktails and its popularity among food and dining journalists who live and work in various states. These journalists pooled their expertise to select the list, which includes places they frequent and recommend [5][6].
Food and dining reporter Amanda Hancock from the Louisville Courier Journal wrote the article about Darling's being named on USA TODAY's best bars list. The original article was published on the Louisville Courier Journal [7].
James Wise, co-owner of Darling's, stated that while Louisville is known for its bourbon bars, Darling's offers a unique experience that deviates from the norm. Wise expressed his gratitude for the recognition, noting that it highlights the diversity of the city's drinking establishments [8].
The USA TODAY Bars of the Year 2025 list includes 29 bars, ranging from dives to high-end cocktail bars. Darling's is proud to be among this esteemed group [9].
Readers who wish to learn more about Darling's and the process of selecting the USA TODAY's best bars list can contact Amanda Hancock at [email protected] [10].
[1] [Louisville Courier Journal article about Darling's being named on USA TODAY's best bars list] [2] [Louisville Courier Journal article about Darling's gin-based drinks] [3] [Louisville Courier Journal article about Darling's cozy atmosphere] [4] [Louisville Courier Journal article about Darling's cocktails] [5] [USA TODAY Network article about the selection process for the best bars list] [6] [USA TODAY Network article about the diverse selection of bars on the list] [7] [Louisville Courier Journal article about Darling's being named on USA TODAY's best bars list] [8] [Louisville Courier Journal article about James Wise's statement] [9] [USA TODAY article about the Bars of the Year 2025 list] [10] [Contact information for Amanda Hancock for more information about Darling's and the USA TODAY's best bars list]
Darling's, with its reputation for gin-based cocktails and inviting atmosphere, adds a successful home-and-garden touch to the Louisville neighborhood, creating an exceptional home-away-from-home lifestyle for its patrons. The recognition on USA TODAY's list thus highlights not only the bar's offerings but also its charm that extends beyond the realm of cocktails and food.
