There is no shortage of opportunities to imbibe in Charleston, a city known for its fun atmosphere.

These are just five top places to enjoy a great cocktail, glass of wine or beer in the Holy City – there are many, many more.

Bar Mash is a beer and whiskey bar with an extensive list of domestic whiskeys, wine, beer and specialty cocktails. There is also a bocce ball court, shuffle board, old school arcade games and a jukebox for folks needing some entertainment along with a quality drink. Happy hour is from Monday through Friday, from 4pm until 6pm and offers wine and well liquor for $6 and beers specials as low as $2.

King Street Dispensary honors the historic South Carolina dispensary legacy with one of the widest selections of local and craft beer and liquor in the southeast. To match the extensive list of libations, a gastropub style menu is offered.

For a proper cocktail prepared by a professional mixologist, look no further than Prohibition. Reminiscent of a classic 1920s speakeasy with its old-fashion décor and bourbon barrel ceiling, Prohibition’s cocktails crafted by Beverage Director, Jim McCourt, are anything but classic.

Rooftop at the Vendue is the perfect place for an al fresco cocktail in a fun, hip spot with sweeping views of Charleston. Happy hour is offered Monday through Thursday from 4pm until 7pm and draws an energetic crowd of locals and hotel guests.

The Gin Joint offers “balanced cocktails alongside defiant bar food”. Monday through Thursday from 5pm until 7pm The Gin Joint features a $5 cocktail hour menu, a bargain for the sort of expertly-prepared drinks this place offers.

Happy imbibing!