Death & Taxes

The Happy Hour Lowdown

Death & Taxes cuts right to the chase: $6 craft cocktails during happy hour, Monday through Friday from 2-5 PM. In a world where craft cocktails routinely cost $14-18, getting the same quality for six bucks is the kind of deal that makes bartenders at other establishments weep. This isn"t well-drink swill -- these are properly crafted, thoughtfully composed cocktails.

Why You"re Actually Here

Because this is quietly one of the best cocktail bars in the entire state of Nevada. Death & Taxes has a whiskey selection that would make a Kentucky distiller nod with respect, and their bartenders treat cocktail-making like a craft, not a chore. The speakeasy-style atmosphere adds to the mystique -- it"s tucked away on Cheney Street in Midtown, and you almost need to know it"s there to find it. That"s part of the charm.

The Vibe Check

Intimate and moody in the best way. Dark lighting, exposed brick, a bar that feels like it was designed for conversation and contemplation. This isn"t a "shots and screaming" bar -- it"s where you go when you want to actually taste what you"re drinking and maybe learn something from the person pouring it. The crowd is cocktail enthusiasts, date-nighters, and Midtown regulars who guard this place like a secret.

Pro Tip

Tell the bartender what flavors you like and let them make you something off-menu. At $6 during happy hour, it"s the cheapest cocktail education you"ll ever get. Also, the Cheney Street location means you"re steps from Chapel Tavern and other Midtown gems -- make it a crawl.