Char No. 4

Char No. 4 is a whiskey bar and restaurant inspired by a passion for bourbon. The name refers to the practice of aging bourbon in charred new oak barrels, which gives bourbon its characteristic sweet, caramelized flavors and its beautiful amber hue. Char No. 4 features over 150 American whiskeys and serves a menu of American fare with a focus on smoked meat. The American whiskeys are augmented by an extensive list of whiskeys from Europe and beyond as well as a selection of all-bourbon cocktails.<br><br><br><br>New York Magazine named Char No. 4 one of its 10 best new restaurants of 2009. It was the only Brooklyn establishment on the list. In addition to accolades for the food, the bar has received equal attention and Char No. 4 was chosen by Esquire in 2010 as one of the best bars in America, while GQ named Char No. 4, along with Proof on Main in Kentucky, as one of America’s “Bourbon Temples.” In 2014, after 5 strong years and with international interest in American whiskey peaking, Char No. 4 continues to be featured on lists of best whiskey bars in America and appeared in the EsquireTV program, “Best Bars in America.”