Columbia Room

Columbia Room A cocktail bar, tasting room, and punch garden by Derek Brown and the Drink Company team, located in
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Columbia Room is a cocktail bar created by Derek Brown, where the ingredients, techniques and lore of cocktails merge together to create a memorable experience. We focus on exceptional service and meticulously crafted cocktails paired with food. But, in the end, our bar is about people— the people who make the ingredients, drinks and, especially, those who drink them. At Columbia Room we have thre

e distinct spaces—our Tasting Room, Spirits Library and Punch Garden. Seats at the Tasting Room are ticketed and we offer two menus: a three course and five course menu of cocktails paired with snacks. Our Spirits Library and Punch Garden are open seating at tables, though space is limited. At the Spirits Library, we offer one-of-a-kind spirits as well as classic and original cocktails à la carte, along with a selection of snacks. Our Punch Garden is outdoors and serves carefully crafted punches and bottled cocktails.

👋 Hi, Derek here. I’m switching things up a little.First off, I miss the Columbia Room, too. Thankfully, an equally grea...
10/11/2022

👋 Hi, Derek here. I’m switching things up a little.

First off, I miss the Columbia Room, too. Thankfully, an equally great space , is taking over in the same space. While I’m not entirely sure of their timeline, I do know they’re working hard to bring their particular brand of cocktail magic to D.C. Follow them for more details!

In the meantime, I’m launching my new company, Positive Damage, Inc. Positive Damage, Inc. was founded by me to change the way we drink by creating a culture of mindful drinking and making room for everyone at the bar with delicious no- and low-alcohol drinks. We merge mindful drinking, wellness, and no- and low-alcohol cocktails to create programs, classes, and events for companies, consumers, and individual clients.

Of course, there is so much more to share. For now, I just want to let you all know why the name and posts are changing. Stay tuned for more details.

Some pics from the send off by . It was a fitting night with so many friends. Though many more were missed. Thank you al...
02/21/2022

Some pics from the send off by . It was a fitting night with so many friends. Though many more were missed. Thank you all.

Thank you to all who supported us along the way. This was a dream for me. And it came true because of you. It’s an indes...
02/11/2022

Thank you to all who supported us along the way. This was a dream for me. And it came true because of you. It’s an indescribable feeling (and one of great privilege). To live, dreaming.

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Thank you to all who supported us along the way. This was my dream. And it became true because of you. It’s an indescrib...
02/11/2022

Thank you to all who supported us along the way. This was my dream. And it became true because of you. It’s an indescribable feeling (and one of great privilege). To live, dreaming.

Interested in great no- and low-alcohol cocktails? Pre-order Derek Brown’s new book, Mindful Mixology: A Comprehensive G...
01/02/2022

Interested in great no- and low-alcohol cocktails? Pre-order Derek Brown’s new book, Mindful Mixology: A Comprehensive Guide to No- and Low-Alcohol Cocktails.

“From Dry January to Sober October, moderation is having a moment. This book from spirits expert Derek Brown (newly mindful drinker himself) will show the sober and sober-curious how to mix complex, sophisticated low- and no-proof drinks. It will include recipes, techniques, and sources.”

We continue to prioritize the health and safety of our guests. Therefore, we will be closed tonight due to increased ris...
12/18/2021

We continue to prioritize the health and safety of our guests. Therefore, we will be closed tonight due to increased risk of exposure to COVID-19.

We apologize for the inconvenience and wish everyone peace and good health.

Please stay tuned for further announcements regarding our schedule.

This comes as no surprise to us, is a genius and presents a one of a kind experience that offers choices for how we pa...
12/09/2021

This comes as no surprise to us, is a genius and presents a one of a kind experience that offers choices for how we party (without losing the party vibe). 🕺🏽

If you haven’t tried Disco Mary yet, make reservations now .

Thank you and for including our pop-up as a Shaking Things Up honoree.

Starting 11/26, we will do something we’ve never done before in the Tasting Room: serve cocktails à la carte. We will be...
11/22/2021

Starting 11/26, we will do something we’ve never done before in the Tasting Room: serve cocktails à la carte. We will be featuring a new theme, Derek’s Greatest Hits (or some of our owner Derek Brown’s favorite creations), including The Getaway and Lost Boys Cocktail.

You can choose a tasting of three, mix and match, or order just one. (Food is available through but will not be specifically paired.)

Make reservations through and come out on this weekend to see Derek’s last scheduled shift. Otherwise, make reservations anytime! 🍸

We’re wrapping up our latest tasting menu this weekend and excited for the future, which is why we’re also posting this....
11/20/2021

We’re wrapping up our latest tasting menu this weekend and excited for the future, which is why we’re also posting this. Many of the speakers at the opening of the exhibit at stopped by last night to sip our take on the future: Insects, Algae, and Mushrooms.

The future is a complicated place for so many but also a hopeful place. We’re grateful to share in that hope and meet so many wonderful contributors to making our world better.

Thank you all for coming and please go visit to the new Futures exhibit at the Smithsonian if you’re in town. 🐜 🌊 🍄

Holidays are festive, delicious drinks go hand in hand. Learn how to make some of the most classic holiday drinks, work ...
11/17/2021

Holidays are festive, delicious drinks go hand in hand. Learn how to make some of the most classic holiday drinks, work with the “spirits” of the holiday, and even how to avoid ending up hungover from too much from spirits and cocktail expert, Derek Brown. Classes now up on . Link in bio. 🎁🎄

Deck the Bars: Making Holiday Drinks with Derek Brown 11/24, 12/22

The Spirits of the Holidays: Rum, Aquavit, and Brandy 12/8

Hangover-Free Holidays: Making Non-Alcoholic Holiday Drinks with Derek Brown 12/1, 12/15

You can have elegance and innovation. Our new tasting menu—Insects, Algae, and Mushrooms—uses surprising culinary ingred...
11/01/2021

You can have elegance and innovation. Our new tasting menu—Insects, Algae, and Mushrooms—uses surprising culinary ingredients such as black ants and Lion’s Mane mushroom tincture in classic-inspired cocktails. Book reservations through .

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✨The holidays are coming! ✨ For small groups, we can hold holiday classes and parties hosted by spirits and cocktail exp...
10/26/2021

✨The holidays are coming! ✨ For small groups, we can hold holiday classes and parties hosted by spirits and cocktail expert, Derek Brown. Drinks include Yule Glögg, Baltimore Egg Nog (with and without dairy), and the Blue Blazer, pictured.

For more information and bookings in the coziest room in D.C. during the most wonderful time of the year, email [email protected].

Address

124 Blagden Alley NW
Washington D.C., DC
20001

Opening Hours

Tuesday 5pm - 12:30am
Wednesday 5pm - 12:30am
Thursday 5pm - 12:30am
Friday 5pm - 1:30am
Saturday 5pm - 1:30am

Telephone

+12023930336

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Columbia Room is a cocktail bar created by Derek Brown, where the ingredients, techniques and lore of cocktails merge together to create a memorable experience. We focus on exceptional service and meticulously crafted cocktails. But, in the end, our bar is about people— the people who make the ingredients, drinks and, especially, those who drink them. Our Tasting Room experience is now à la carte but reservations are required. However, the Tasting Room is temporarily closed. We anticipate opening for service in Phase 3 of DC’s reopening following COVID-19. We continue to offer a selection of bottled cocktails available to-go or for delivery Wednesday through Saturday. If you don’t see what you want on the menu, please feel free to contact us at [email protected] with any special requests.

Our Punch Garden patio currently hosts Your Only Friend, a pop-up dinner party concept with sandwiches and cocktails curated by Paul Taylor. In-person dining begins July 1. Reservations only. We also continue to offer takeout and delivery services for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Saturday.