Welcome To Nicky Blaine's
The Premier Cocktail Lounge of Indianapolis
Our enormous selection of martinis, cigars, premium liquors and appetizers has made us the choice spot downtown for every occasion. Take a seat at the bar or in our well appointed lounge and enjoy of vast selection of offerings. From gin mojitos to the favorite Blaine's Chocolate Martini and an array of exotic liqueurs, we have tastes for every preference. Please visit our martini menu for full descriptions of our cocktails...or just come on in.
New Humidor, Expanded Selection
We have installed a gorgeous walk in humidor to house our extended range of cigars. We've added several brands, including La Gloria, Partagas and La Aurora among others, as well as added extensively to our existing lines. We've expanded our tobacco offerings to include a line of premium cigarettes, including Zanzibar Cloves, Indian bidis, and The Treasurer. Take a look at our cigar menu for updates ..
Cocktail Trends
Our martini menu contains a vast array of classics as well as the latest in cocktail trends. Notable additions to our liquor stock include premium Pear vodkas, Pama Pomegranate Liqueur, X-Rated passion fruit fusion liqueur, Stoli Bluberi vodka and a line of Starbucks coffee liqueurs.
The First Martini
The creation of the martini is credited to the bartender Jerry Thomas of San Fransisco's famous Occidental Hotel in the early 19th century. The recipe's origins are supposedly based on the tastes of late 18th century California gold prospectors.
The Origin of Cigars
It is believed that Spanish explorers first enjoyed cigars as made by Cuban Indians, which consisted of dried tobacco rolled in palm leaves. The first manufactured cigar was made in Spain in the mid 1800's using Cuban tobacco.