© Frances Janisch
Mint/820 • Portland, Oregon Lucy Brennan's knack for using offbeat drink ingredients like avocados and beets inspires other Portland bartenders, making the city one of America's most exciting cocktail towns. Brennan has a loyal following for her cocktail classes, taught once a month at 820. "I've had people take my class three or four times," she says. "Then they throw their own cocktail parties and try to impress me." Plus: Ultimate Cocktail Guide
How to Make It
Step
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the vodka, Fig Puree, port, lemon juice and Simple Syrup. Shake well and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with the fig slice or flower.