Cotton & Reed

This is a great spot for drinks with a large group of friends! Cotton & Reed is located close to Union Market so if you're in that area, it's so easy to walk over. As a rum distillery, it only features rum based drinks, so if you're looking for a place to try some really unique cocktails, this is the spot.Service is quick and everyone is so friendly. I was here for a going away party and everyone was so kind and helped us take multiple group photos. I was having such a good time that I wish I had captured a few photos of my drink! The frozen cocomotion is delicious and with the recent wicked movie coming out, I loved that it was green.

This is a cute bar with some indoor seating and a few picnic tables that serve as their outdoor seating.They have a QR code located at the tables, which you scan to see their drink menu and place your order. Then someone brings your drink to your table. I like this idea because it minimalist and efficient, and provides you the opportunity to keep personal track of what you're spending. The customer service was friendly and straightforward. And the drink selection was eclectic..with a few tasty mocktail options.Overall, highly recommend

Cotton & Reed is one of my favorite places to visit in DC. It's got a chill vibe, good music, and friendly staff. It's roomy, so you can spread out or visit with a group. They only have rum-based drinks, which is fine with me, because I love rum. I really enjoyed the drinks I've had, especially the rum old-fashioned. We had some really excellent cocktails recently, but I forgot to write down the names. The slushies are perfect in the summer. I appreciate that the drink menu changes. I'm always down to return to Cotton & Reed.

Simply phenomenal cocktails, highly recommend for drinks with friends or colleagues. Really good bar in dc. Fantastic rum locally produced here in Washington DC

Literally a whole in the wall bar in the warehouse district (union market), this place brings BIG flavor with small spaces. I had two different rum drinks here (brewed onsite), one with a light rum and one with a dark rum. Both were amazing! At one point, the server did forget to bring out my drink and we had to ask for it - but she was quick to correct it. Overall, will def be back to this place!

We came to Cotton & Reed after brunch to taste some local rum. Since it was our first time we decided to get the regular tasting along with the limited release tasting. There were some unique flavors and some stronger than others, but it was a great way to figure out what we did like. You can also just grab cocktails and forgo a tasting. It is in the union market area so very easy to stop by for a drink before heading over to the market. It has an industrial feel, and definitely a place to just be comfortable and relax. The service was great, and they are very knowledgeable about the rum and how it is made if you have questions. Definitely recommend checking out if you are in the area and like rum.

Verrrryyy fun inside space that also has outdoor seating where you QR order. We sat inside. Service was quick and friendly. We got the Babylon sisters, mule, and queen of the dunderworld. The queen was my favorite, super easy to drink and had great flavor. Really good selection of drinks seems like there's something for everyone. Dying to try the frozen drinks, will definitely be back!!

I absolutely LOVE this place! It's such a vibe. The bartenders are usually super nice and welcoming (depending on who it is).. there is security some nights which makes it feel safe since the area is still a little sketchy. The drinks are THE BEST! If you like rum, you'll love this place. There batched drinks are good but the made to order cocktails are MUCH MUCH better! There isn't any food but they'll allow you to order UberEats, DoorDash, or bring something in. I also LOVE the esthetic! I wish it was more seating in the main area but it's still more than enough space.

Cotton and Reed literally have the best house made rum I've ever tasted. Their blend of frozen drinks are a staple and do not miss a mark. Service is top tear and I love the rusted setting.

We were looking for a nice bar to get a drink and found this rum bar after leaving Union Market. Initially impressed with the feel of the place - a more upscale bar while still having a laid-back vibe. Great selection of rums, and delicious rum-based cocktails. The flight was a great introduction to their rums, and then we tried their cocktails. He eat cocktails! Loved the cocomotion slush - the pandan is delicious and goes so well with the rum - perfect sweetness and great with a rum float. Only downside was that their service wasn't the best. They weren't very crowded when we were here and we were sitting at the bar, but the service wasn't very attentive or efficient which was a bummer.As a heads up, they also tack on a 20% service charge to all bills for tip and staff benefits. So be mindful of that when you get the bill. Otherwise, great bar to try some new rum, enjoy a favorite rum, or get a rum cocktail!