There’s nothing quite like a sweet, boozy, guilty pleasure that you can sip or bite into during a festive happy hour, a weekend brunch or a moment of weakness. Whether it’s an adult shake, a spiked coffee, a loaded slushy or an elegant patisserie, these local restaurants know that liquor adds flavor and an extra nice buzz. Here are a dozen delectable indulgences that are calling your name.
1. Ted’s Bulletin
The famed “adult milkshake” options ($10.99 each) at this over-the-top Mosaic District diner—one of several Ted’s locations in the D.C. area—include the Irish Caramel Coffee (with Irish Cream); Grasshopper (Kahlua and crème de menthe); Nutty Professor (hazelnut liqueur); Toasted Coconut (coconut rum); and Bananas Foster (banana rum), to name a few.  If you’re feeling super fancy, splurge for the Millionaire Malt ($19.99) which features 18-year-old Glenlivet scotch.
2911 District Ave., Merrifield