Inspired by the Lower East Side’s rich architectural past and present, The Orchard House is a festive, open space that showcases the vibrancy of the neighborhood spirit. Owners Teddy Kambouris and Kevin Jackasal have created a small plates menu meant for sharing with menu items that are new takes on contemporary American comfort food classics. The Orchard House has a long-inviting bar that is the focal point of the space.

Known for their the array of specialty cocktails, The Orchard House Herbaceous cocktail series is ideal for the last leg of summer. These cocktails incorporate fresh herbs to enhance the flavors of the mixers and alcohol just as herbs are added to foods. The Herbaceous cocktails also include bitters and other fresh, pure ingredients.

Look for these cocktails to pair with your dinner or stop in for a drink during Cocktail Hour, Monday through Friday from 4–7:30 p.m.

• Tequila Garden: made with tequila, thyme, lime, and pineapple
   
• Sage Lady: mixed with Absolut Mango, Combier, cucumber, peach bitters, lime juice, and simple syrup
  
  
• Gone Greene: with Leblon Cacaca, lime, mint, basil, jalapeno syrup, and a rim of cayenne pepper for extra heat
  
  
• Hot Banana: a cool, creamy banana puree with the fiery punch of Stoli Hot, garnished with house made cranberry syrup for a kick of tart and fruity flavor.

Make your own Sage Lady at home!

You'll need:

1 and 1/2 oz. Absolut Mango
4 sage leaves
3 slices cucumber
1/2 oz. Combier
2 oz. mango puree
1/4 oz. lemon juice

What to do:

Muddle sage leaves and cucumber together than add the other ingredients, shake and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a sage leaf, serve, and enjoy!

(Recipe for Sage Lady provided by The Orchard House)