The LA Cocktail Lab Fueling America’s Best Bars
Alex Day, one of the minds behind a handful of NYC and LA bars, works in a cocktail lair outfitted like something from Willy Wonka's factory.
- story: Jennifer Cacicio
- photos: Dylan + Jeni
Alex Day, one of the minds behind a handful of NYC and LA bars, works in a cocktail lair outfitted like something from Willy Wonka's factory.
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