Located in Chicago's West Loop neighborhood along Restaurant Row, Chef Andrew Zimmerman's Proxi transports its guests around the world, beginning with cuisine and extending to an eclectic beverage program focused on culturally diverse ingredients. Bartender Jessica Sandberg's cocktail menu of globally-inspired drinks pairs perfectly with Zimmerman's electric menu of elevated street fare. This summer, she's crafted a selection of bright and colorful drinks featuring exotic ingredients and unusual spirits, along with the chic brasserie's popular list of creative Gin & Tonics.

Exotic Summer Cocktails at Proxi - Chicago

Don't Chouette It
Jess's playful take on the classic spritz; Aperol, Bubbles, Blood Orange, and Champagne Ice Cubes.

Salt Lake Summer
Plantation Xaymaca, Santa Teresa, coffee-infused Campari, Pineapple, Lime, and Tiki Bitters.

Lola Is Back
Rhine Hall Apple Brandy, Zubrowka (Bison Grass Vodka from Poland), Mancino Secco Vermouth, Cherry Bark, and Vanilla Bitters.

I'll Be at the Tiki Bar
Puya Chile-infused Singani, caramelized Pineapple Shrub, Cherry Heering, Luxardo Bitter, Orange Saffron Bitters, and Lime.

Spanish-Style Gin & Tonics at Proxi - Chicago

Kyrö Napue
Kyro Napue Gin (Rye-based from Finland), Raspberry, Rosemary, and Fever Tree Mediterranean Tonic.

Hendrick's G&T
Hendrick's Gin, Compressed Cucumber, Rose Water, Rose Petals, and 3 Cents Aegean Tonic.

Botanist G&T
Botanist Gin, Blueberry, Lemon Oil, Mint, and East Imperial Burma Tonic.

Proxi - Chicago Details

Hours:

  • Monday to Thursday: 4pm to 11:30pm
  • Friday: 4pm to 12:30am
  • Saturday: 10am to 2pm, and 4pm to 12:30am
  • Sunday: 10am to 3pm

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