CHARLOTTE, N.C. — At a time when bar menus are crowded with flashy names and quick-pour mixes, the term “craft cocktail” has taken on new meaning — and rising expectations — for both bartenders and guests. At Sea Grill Restaurant and Bar, the art of the craft cocktail is more than a trend — it’s a philosophy. Beverage Director Clint Loker says a true craft cocktail begins long before the shaker hits the ice. “A craft cocktail is intentional,” Loker said. “Every ingredient has a purpose, from the base spirit to the garnish. Nothing is an afterthought.”
Loker explains that craft cocktails rely on quality spirits, fresh produce, house‑made syrups and meticulous technique. Bartenders measure precisely, taste often and adjust with the same focus a chef brings to a signature…..