Detroit's Iconic Castalia Cocktail Bar to Close Its Doors at End of the Year
In a bittersweet announcement, the ownership of Castalia, Detroit's beloved craft cocktail bar, has revealed that it will be closing its doors for good by the end of the year. Despite its popularity and success, the team behind Castalia has decided to bid farewell after eight remarkable years of operation.
Located in Midtown Detroit, Castalia first opened its garden-level space in 2018, offering a unique experience where cocktails were paired with fragrances from Sfumato, the very same perfumery that occupied the building. The bar quickly gained a loyal following and received national recognition for its innovative approach to mixology.
The ownership has stated that their decision to close is not due to any financial or logistical issues but rather a desire to leave on a high note after an incredible run of 8 years. "We're choosing to go out on top," they said in a statement, adding that the team was "crafting better drinks than ever before" and has received international acclaim.
To mark its final days, Castalia has created a special "Afterlife Menu," allowing patrons to experience the bar's signature cocktails one last time. The ownership also expresses gratitude to everyone who has visited the bar, thanking them for being part of their journey.
As the clock ticks down on Castalia's existence, the community is left to reflect on the impact this beloved institution has had on Detroit's culinary scene. With its innovative approach and commitment to quality, Castalia will undoubtedly be missed by locals and visitors alike.
In a bittersweet announcement, the ownership of Castalia, Detroit's beloved craft cocktail bar, has revealed that it will be closing its doors for good by the end of the year. Despite its popularity and success, the team behind Castalia has decided to bid farewell after eight remarkable years of operation.
Located in Midtown Detroit, Castalia first opened its garden-level space in 2018, offering a unique experience where cocktails were paired with fragrances from Sfumato, the very same perfumery that occupied the building. The bar quickly gained a loyal following and received national recognition for its innovative approach to mixology.
The ownership has stated that their decision to close is not due to any financial or logistical issues but rather a desire to leave on a high note after an incredible run of 8 years. "We're choosing to go out on top," they said in a statement, adding that the team was "crafting better drinks than ever before" and has received international acclaim.
To mark its final days, Castalia has created a special "Afterlife Menu," allowing patrons to experience the bar's signature cocktails one last time. The ownership also expresses gratitude to everyone who has visited the bar, thanking them for being part of their journey.
As the clock ticks down on Castalia's existence, the community is left to reflect on the impact this beloved institution has had on Detroit's culinary scene. With its innovative approach and commitment to quality, Castalia will undoubtedly be missed by locals and visitors alike.
we drove from detroit to indiana and stopped at this one tiny town that had the best darn donuts 
i mean, who knew you could put maple syrup on a donut and make it actually work? anyway, castalia's closing is so sad i loved their unique vibes and the fact that they paired cocktails with perfumes 
i'm definitely trying their "afterlife menu" before it closes, anyone know if it's on reserve list or something? 
castalia was more than just a bar it was an experience they did something really unique with that perfume thingy and the cocktails were always on point what's going on in detroit right now is pretty sad but i guess 8 years is a good run for any business to be honest i'm kinda curious about this afterlife menu tho are they gonna make all their recipes public or what 
. it's crazy that they're closing down after 8 amazing years, but i guess leaving on a high note is everything, right? 
at least they get to make an "afterlife menu" with all their famous drinks one last time - sounds like a bummer for fans like me who are gonna miss this place so much 
wish them all the best on this new chapter 
its like that one movie where ur favorite character has to say goodbye 
theyve been servin up some of the best cocktails in detroit for 8 yrs now and it feels like just yesterday they first opened their doors 
remember when craft cocktail bars were still a thing? castalia was literally the pioneer 
anyway, ill be missin that place somethin fierce 
cant wait to try those last drinks on their afterlife menu tho 
8 years is a long time, what's next?