Caledonia Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

1. Caledonia Bar

8.7
1609 2nd Ave (btwn 83rd and 84th), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · Yorkville · 73 tips and reviews

Anish B.Anish B: Fantastic selection of scotches and friendly bartenders at a laid-back bar.

Mervin F.Mervin Fevrier: AUTHENTIC neighborhood bar. Excellent service, I feel like I'm part of the family even though I'm not from Scotland! They have THE BEST selection of scotch as well as other cocktails! Ask for Michael!

AnnieAnnie: Everything. Great selection of scotch and whisky. Food is good too. The bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable.

Bondurants is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

2. Bondurants

9.1
303 E 85th St (2nd Ave), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Yorkville · 113 tips and reviews

Matt B.Matt Bolton: Great beer and bourbon selection with a fantastic food and brunch options.

Russell H.Russell Hirschorn: Great Bourbon selection. One of the better bars in UES

Dru B.Dru Bramlett: Friendly bartenders, expansive whiskey selection and solid cocktails.

The Penrose is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

3. The Penrose

8.4
1590 2nd Ave (btwn E 82nd & E 83rd St), New York, NY
Gastropub · Yorkville · 253 tips and reviews

EvanEvan: Beet Bloody Mary + fries are fabulous during the day. House cocktails are delicious; get the Old Pal Spencer if you like whisky.

Andrew C.Andrew Cooper Fuerst Smith: Really good whiskey cocktails, helpful bartenders. Not too loud, nice vibe!

Hannah T.Hannah T: Root beer and bourbon and earl grey lemonade with gin!

Mister Wright Fine Wines & Spirits is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

4. Mister Wright Fine Wines & Spirits

8.8
1593 3rd Ave (at E 89th St), New York, NY
Wine Store · Yorkville · 40 tips and reviews

Mike M.Mike M.: Fine selection of wines and liquors. Friendly staff. Better than average selection of bourbons and single malts.

Russell H.Russell Hirschorn: Huge selection of bourbon and whiskey. A little pricer than many other stores. Good amount of japanese too.

L E.L Erskine: Great selection (of wine and bourbon, at least) and smiling helpful folks.

Whiskey & Wine Off 69 is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

5. Whiskey & Wine Off 69

8.9
1321 2nd Ave (btwn 69th and 70th St), New York, NY
Liquor Store · Upper East Side · 8 tips and reviews

Scott B.Scott Bleicher: THE bottle shop for local booze- NYS whiskey, rum, gin, vodka, vermouth...you name it and manager Charles and owner Frank know it.

Theresa G.Theresa Geiger: Great selection of whiskey. Christine is very helpful in selecting something new to try. They also have dog treats for your furry friend.

Amy R.Amy Robertson: A better selection of high end whiskeys than Astor

Bemelmans Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

6. Bemelmans Bar

9.0
35 E 76th St (at Madison Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Upper East Side · 130 tips and reviews

PatrickPatrick: love the whiskey smash, a near perfect version of an old fashioned

Lauren D.Lauren Docktor: Most amazing place in the world. Get a whiskey smash and listen to chris gillespie or loston harris on the piano.

Alexandra H.Alexandra H.: I always order the same two drinks whenever I'm here (which is very, very often): Passion Royale & Whiskey Smash. Highly recommend!

Five Mile Stone is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

7. Five Mile Stone

7.6
1640 2nd Ave (85th Street), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Yorkville · 96 tips and reviews

Mustafa A.Mustafa Al Niama: Maple Syrup Whiskey great. East Coast oysters are incredibly good. West Coast, meh! Almond Champaign great. 9/10 east coast oyster, 6/10 west coast oyster, 8/10 maple whiskey, 9/10 almond champaign

Five Mile StoneFive Mile Stone: Beer & a Shot $9!! Sam Houston American Whiskey and can of Brooklyn Summer.

Erin G.Erin G: Whiskey bar with great brunch options!

Le Grand Triage: Wine & Whiskey is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

8. Le Grand Triage: Wine & Whiskey

8.2
1657 First Avenue (86th Street), New York, NY
Wine Store · Yorkville · 4 tips and reviews

Alex F.Alex Fish: Went for a whisky tasting and learned so much. Decent prices and very knowledgeable staff!

Jill W.Jill Weston: The wine and whiskey selection is out of this world. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. The prices are competitive and the quality is top notch. Check out their classes.

Erin G.Erin G: Great little wine store with knowledgable employees and occasional tastings 🍷

The East Pole Kitchen & Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

9. The East Pole Kitchen & Bar

8.4
133 E 65th St (Lexington), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Upper East Side · 77 tips and reviews

Ryan Z.Ryan Zola: Start with the Scotch egg, because it's an egg wrapped in sausage, then make moves with the Dutch apple pancake with bourbon maple syrup.

Alice EunjinAlice Eunjin: "Start with the Scotch egg, because it's an egg wrapped in sausage, then make moves with the Dutch apple pancake with bourbon maple syrup."

Claudia N.Claudia Newman: Lobster & fennel pie a must. Chicken Kiev is special. Scotch egg snack is great. Share mains.

Bottle & Soul is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

10. Bottle & Soul

7.6
1200 Lexington Ave (81st st), New York, NY
Wine Store · Upper East Side · 15 tips and reviews

William A.William Aguirre: Great place with a excellent whisky selection. Ask either Adam or William for help on the whiskey they'll break it down for you whether it's American, Scotch, Irish, etc...

Bottle & SoulBottle & Soul: We have over 80different American Whiskey selections in stock! Don't forget to join us every Thursday Friday & Saturday until Derby Day for American Spirits tastings.

Bottle & SoulBottle & Soul: High mark whiskey from Michter's have arrived. Ten year and a bottle of 25 year.

The Milton NYC is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

11. The Milton NYC

8.1
1754 2nd Ave, New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Yorkville · 31 tips and reviews

Matt F.Matt Fitzpatrick: The Bourbon French Toast was delicious for brunch...the Eggs Benedict was also great

Morgann M.Morgann McCarthy: Tomato soup and grilled cheese. The chicken nuggets are fantastic!

Leo Y.Leo Yanes: Pork. Chop.

Sedutto is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

12. Sedutto

8.4
1498 1st Ave (btw 78th and 79th St), New York, NY
Ice Cream Parlor · Upper East Side · 45 tips and reviews

Jereme B.Jereme Bivins: Try the bourbon chocolate with salted caramel. The consistency is more like mousse and the bourbon flavor is subtle, but a nice addition to the chocolate.

Yaz S.Yaz S: Delicious and creative ice cream flavors. Great spot in the UES

Jason L.Jason Lancaster: Peanut butter crunch. Tastes better than you thought possible.

The Auction House is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

13. The Auction House

7.6
300 E 89th St (at 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Bar · Yorkville · 61 tips and reviews

Brad D.Brad Dulay: Bourbon selection is a lacking but fantastic atmosphere.

Karin R.Karin Rendelman: UES speakeasies...um yes thank you!! Awesome atmosphere...great drinks...perfect spot to relax and have good conversations with friends!

HelycelHelycel: UES? speakeasy? The Auction House!

Eastside Cellars is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

14. Eastside Cellars

7.4
1743 1st Ave (90th & 91st), New York, NY
Wine Store · Yorkville · 9 tips and reviews

Russell H.Russell Hirschorn: Medium whiskey selection , not very friendly, pretty high prices

Kaitlyn P.Kaitlyn Pezik: convenient wine and liquors store from my apt. friendly and helpful staff.

Benjamin J.Benjamin Jackson: Knowledgable staff with great recommendations, plus a very cute atmosphere!

Alice's Teacup Chapter II is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in the Upper East Side, New York.

15. Alice's Teacup Chapter II

7.8
156 E 64th St (at Lexington Ave), New York, NY
Tea Room · Upper East Side · 175 tips and reviews

Crunch GymCrunch Gym: Antioxidants oh my! Sit down to your own pot of one of HUNDREDS of amazing healthy teas offered at this gem of a tea-house. Top pick: the Rooibos Bourbon --mmmnnn!

Stephanie K.Stephanie Klein: ROOIBOS BOURBON. You'll thank me, I promise. In fact, get a bag to go, too.

Naila Aziz A.Naila Aziz Ahmed: The chocolate chip scones are out of this world and tea sandwiches, chicken and the egg very yummy!