By Courtney Bondar Multimedia Journalist Published Mar 24, 2023 at 5:32 PM

Get over and enjoy one of the best patios in town at Explorium Brew Pub

Picture this: You’re in the mood for a fresh, fruity, sweet and mouth-watering cocktail. If that's the case, Explorium Brewpub in the Third Ward is the way to go. 

The latest Cocktail Porn spotlight goes to Explorium Brewpub bartender Regan and her personalized, glowing rose-colored concoction The Reagan. Even though she’s only been bartending for a year and a half, Reagan's knowledge and skills set her apart from any other new bartender.

“I noticed a lot of the other bartenders were using vodka as their base liquor,” Regan said. “I knew I wanted to use gin as a way to stand apart from the rest.”

It was love at Bombay Brambleberry for Reagan when she was creating her cocktail. After testing various fruit combinations, she found the perfect match with muddled raspberries, blackberries and lemons. “I think this combination gives the perfect balance of fresh and fruity,” she said. 

Besides making juicy cocktails, Explorium Brewpub is more than just a bar and restaurant to her.

“My favorite thing about working at Explorium is definitely my co-workers,” she said. “We are all best friends (in and outside of work) and it creates the most inviting and goofy work environment.” 

Watch The Reagan cocktail come to life for yourself here: 

Courtney Bondar Multimedia Journalist

Courtney Bondar is an adventurous Multimedia Journalist at OnMilwaukee, covering all things Milwaukee. Born and raised in Greendale, WI, Courtney has a deep-rooted connection to her hometown and a strong desire to explore and showcase the vibrant city of Milwaukee.

You can often find Courtney all over Milwaukee, attending exciting events - documenting her experiences on her Instagram stories. Her genuine enthusiasm for her work shines through in her posts - as she strives to capture the beauty of the city and shares it with her followers.

Courtney's passion for writing is evident in her engaging and heartfelt articles. While she covers a wide range of topics, she particularly enjoys delving into the intricacies of dating culture and the art of mixology. Her insightful and thought-provoking pieces offer a unique perspective on these subjects, captivating readers with her authenticity and wit.

After dedicating herself as an intern at OnMilwaukee, Courtney's hard work and dedication paid off when she earned her well-deserved diploma. Now, as OnMilwaukee's first full-time multimedia journalist, she is fully committed to continuing her journey - bringing her distinctive voice and storytelling skills to the forefront.