Ivywild School is synonymous with craft beer. This is the home of Bristol Brewing Co., with food and coffee in spaces down the hall. But don’t miss the cocktails in a cozy corner down the stairs. And especially don’t miss them for happy hour. 

Axe and the Oak Whiskey House mixes more than a dozen drinks for $7 when doors open, including an old-fashioned, manhattan, mule, martini and more from its distilled spirits. Happy Hour goes until 6 p.m. Open 4 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; 2 p.m. Saturday. 

ー Seth Boster, The Gazette