Riff Raff DC
Reed-Cooke, Washington DC · Opened December 2025
Riff Raff DC at a glance
About
- Award-winning bartender Jon Schott
- Sustainably sourced ingredients
- Inventive, spirit-forward cocktails
- Neighborhood Reed‑Cooke hangout
- Seasonal house-made syrups & shrubs
Riff Raff DC is a sustainability-forward cocktail bar from award-winning bartender Jon Schott, offering an adventurous menu of handcrafted drinks that connect guests to a playful, personal ritual. The bar pairs inventive cocktails with responsibly sourced ingredients, seasonal technique, and a convivial neighborhood atmosphere. Expect thoughtful craftsmanship, surprising flavor combinations, and a strong commitment to environmental practices.
What to Order
Spirit Animal
A signature cocktail that blends barrel-aged rum, pine‑kissed vermouth, house citrus shrub, and a whisper of toasted herb — designed to reveal your drinkable alter ego.
Reed‑Cooke Sour
A bright, balanced take on a classic sour with small-batch gin, seasonal fruit reduction, aquafaba foam, and a tart, savory finish.
Smoked Garden Paloma
Tequila meets charred grapefruit and rosemary smoke with a lightly effervescent finish — smoky, citrusy, and unexpectedly refreshing.
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