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An Auspicious Debut by Drago Centro’s Jason Eisner

By thirstyinla On October 3, 2013 · Add Comment · In Tastings
Bar manager Jason Eisner has recently launched his first cocktail menu at Drago Centro in downtown LA.
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Black Leaf at Drago Centro

Drago Centro Winter Cocktails: Jaymee Mandeville’s Best Menu Yet

By thirstyinla On December 9, 2012 · Add Comment · In Reviews, Tastings
With her new winter cocktails, Jaymee Mandeville’s ambition is matched with a confidence that results in the best cocktail menu since she assumed the reins at the Drago Centro bar.
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Break Maiden - Drago Centro

October 3: Drago Centro Fall Cocktail Menu Launch

By thirstyinla On October 1, 2012 · Add Comment · In Events, Reviews, Tastings
It’s been quite a summer for Drago Centro bar manager Jaymee Mandeville, who launches her new fall cocktail menu on October 3rd.
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Summer Dalliance - Drago Centro

The Latest Twist on Summer Cocktails at Drago Centro

By thirstyinla On July 7, 2012 · 1 Comment · In Reviews, Tastings
The summer is well underway, and with the season’s bounty of fresh ingredients comes the latest cocktail menu from Jaymee Mandeville at Downtown LA’s Drago Centro.
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Nebbia Rossa

March 28: Drago Centro Spring Cocktail Menu Launch

By thirstyinla On March 27, 2012 · 1 Comment · In Events
On Wednesday, March 28th, Drago Centro celebrates the launch of its Spring Cocktail Menu with drink specials on all of the new libations for one night only. The signature drinks, which are normally $12, will be specially priced at $8.
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Rode Duivel

December 28: Drago Centro Winter Cocktail Menu Launch

By thirstyinla On December 23, 2011 · Add Comment · In Events
Drago Centro has debuted its Winter Cocktail Menu, the latest of its seasonal lists and the first one created entirely by Bar Manager Jaymee Mandeville after previously collaborating with former Beverage Director Michael Shearin.
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Hot Bellied .45

September 28: Drago Centro Fall Cocktail Menu Launch

By thirstyinla On September 27, 2011 · 1 Comment · In Events, Reviews, Tastings
On Wednesday, September 28th, Drago Centro celebrates the launch of its Fall Cocktail Menu with special $8 pricing on the new drinks. Unlike previous collaborations between Beverage Director Michael Shearin and Head Bartender Jaymee Mandeville, nearly all of the drinks on the latest menu were created by Mandeville.
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May 18: Drago Centro Spring Cocktail Menu Launch

By thirstyinla On May 17, 2011 · 1 Comment · In Events, Reviews, Tastings
With Memorial Weekend only a couple of weeks away, Drago Centro debuts its Spring Cocktail Menu, a collaboration between Beverage Director Michael Shearin and Head Bartender Jaymee Mandeville.
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A Taste of Drago Centro’s Winter Cocktails

By thirstyinla On January 27, 2011 · 2 Comments · In Reviews, Tastings
Tasting through the new Drago Centro Winter Cocktail Menu, featuring standouts such as the Cusco's Crown, Smoke on the Horizon, January Jones and Unbridled.
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January 20: Drago Centro Winter Cocktail Menu Launch

By thirstyinla On January 19, 2011 · 1 Comment · In Events
For Los Angeles cocktail enthusiasts, it’s a particularly good week to be in downtown: Wednesday is the long-awaited debut of Joseph Brooke’s new cocktails at The Edison, and on Thursday Drago Centro launches its Winter Cocktail Menu.
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