SERVICE NOTES

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Alloy Arts District
Alloy Arts District

In 2017 we set off to pursue a goal. There was a desire to create something that wasn't in existence the way we thought it should be. Grit Los Angeles was a one-chair studio, in front of a large window on Molino Street, in the Arts District.

At the time, the neighborhood players were Urth Caffe, Villains Tavern, and Resident. Only Urth is still operating currently, but a wave of new businesses have come. Some have made it, and others have closed down just as fast as they opened.

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DRINKS

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Matcha Gin
Matcha Gin

An earthy, vibrant highball with umami and citrus notes, inspired by Japanese tea ceremonies.

Ingredients

1 oz Gin (e.g., Roku Gin)

1/2 oz Green Chartreuse

1/2 oz Fresh Lemon Juice

1/4 oz Honey Syrup (1:1 honey to water)

1 tsp High-Grade Matcha Powder

3 oz Sparkling Water

Garnish: Lemon twist and matcha-dusted rim

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Supermoon
Supermoon

INGREDIENTS

1.5 oz Bonded Bourbon

1.5 oz Bonded Applejack

2 dashes aromatic bitters

2 dashes Apple Bitters

1/2 oz Benedictine

1/4 oz Simple Syrup

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Spiced Pear Old Fashioned
Spiced Pear Old Fashioned

2 oz Bourbon

3 dashes of Aromatic Bitters (Angostura or Fee’s Old Fashioned works best)

1/4 oz. St. George’s Spiced Pear Liqueur

1/4 oz. Simple Syrup

Stir over large rock ice, garnish with an orange twist.

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Smoked Cherry Boulevardier
Smoked Cherry Boulevardier

A smoky twist on the classic Boulevardier, featuring cherry and herbal notes for depth and intrigue.

Ingredients

1 oz Rye Whiskey

1 oz Sweet Vermouth (e.g., Carpano Antica)

1 oz Campari

1/4 oz Luxardo Cherry Liqueur

Dash of Angostura bitters

Smoked wood chip (e.g., cherrywood)

Garnish: Brandied cherry and orange peel

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2 oz Brandy (e.g., Cognac or Armagnac)

1 oz Spiced Pear Liqueur (e.g., St. George Spiced Pear)

3/4 oz Fresh Lemon Juice

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1 1/2 oz Gin (e.g., Hendrick’s)

3/4 oz Lavender Honey Syrup (honey infused with dried lavender, strained)

1/2 oz Fresh Lemon Juice

1/2 oz Fresh Lime Juice

2 oz Sparkling Water

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1 oz Dry Vermouth

1 oz Ramazzotti Amaro

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Neighborhood + Art
Neighborhood + Art

Working at The Oliver Club means being a part of LA’s Arts District. A neighborhood filled with some of the most amazing and diverse spots for food, drinks, or whatever you’re feeling at the moment. 

When I’m not behind the chair, you can usually catch me exploring these places. Whether I’m grabbing a coffee before the first client, unwinding with a drink after hours, or soaking up inspiration from galleries and street art, here’s a look at where you might find me when the clippers are off. 

You can always catch me with a coffee in hand, and there’s no shortage of spots in the Arts District that can accommodate that. But there are a few that keep me coming back. 

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Looking for the perfect way to spend your weekend in the vibrant Arts District of Los Angeles? Whether you're into art, food, coffee, or a little self-care, the Arts District has something for everyone. With its rich culture, stunning street art, and unique shops, this neighborhood is an ideal spot to explore. Here’s a list of the top things to do this weekend that will give you the ultimate Arts District experience.

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