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Jazz Nights at The J. Parker

Celestial Cocktails and Live Music Under the Stars

The J Parker, located atop Hotel Lincoln, now offers live jazz every Wednesday evening. From 6-9 p.m., a rotating set of local musicians will perform on the heated, glass-enclosed rooftop patio. While listening to jazz music under the stars, guests may enjoy The J. Parker's new celestial-themed cocktails, including Message From Mars, Mercury in Retro, Earthshine, Pluto Matters, and more ($15 each; outlined below).

The J. Parker offers spectacular and unobstructed 180 degree views of the skyline, Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan. The retractable roof makes for an all climate, dining and drink destination. The rooftop is open Monday through Thursday, 5-11 p.m.; Friday, 3 p.m.-1 a.m.; Saturday, 1 p.m.- 1 a.m.; and Sunday, 1-11 p.m. Breakfast is served in the skies Monday through Friday from 7-11 a.m.

Celestial-Themed Cocktails
$15 each

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Message From Mars (served warm)
Old Overholt Rye, apple cider, caramel, cinnamon, nutmeg, smoked salt, lemon

Mercury in Retro
Peloton Mezcal, pear liqueur, licor 43, orgeat, blue curacao, lime

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Earthshine
Ceres Vodka, Lawless bitter orange liqueur, guava tea, rosemary, lemon, splash soda

Saturn's Return
Flor de Cana Rum, baijiu, creme de cassis, ancho reyes liqueur, habanero, lime

Pluto Matters
Tanqueray Gin, creme de violette, concord grape shrub, chambord, lemon, pop rocks rim

Scorpio Rising
Lunazul Reposado Tequila, prickly pear liqueur, blueberry liqueur, sage, lemon, garnished with edible glitter and star sprinkles

Second Star to the Right
Graham cracker-infused Evan Williams bourbon, marshmallow, chocolate bitters, garnished with toasted marshmallow

Infinity.... and Beyond! (served warm)
Glenmorangie Scotch, chocolate, nocino, garnished with whipped cream and galaxy sprinkles

The J. Parker
1816 N. Clark Street
13th Floor
Chicago, IL 60614
312.254.4747
JParkerChicago.com

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