Happy New Year, Chicago. That’s right — 2023 is here — and it’s time to update Eater Chicago’s Cocktail Heatmap. Sure, the holidays are tough, and while some may need a cleanse to start the year, others will want to plow through the month and enjoy a delicious drink with friends. Be safe, friends, and here’s to a wonderful 2023.
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