About the Company
Before we settled down to start a family, we traveled the world to visit places we'd dreamt about and connect with family we'd never met. Along the way our journeys took us to enchanting, unmarked establishments dug into the sides of old decrepit buildings or hollowed out in basements. The food and drink there was wonderful, perfectly portioned, and the hospitality so welcoming.
Such is the tradition of the speakeasy. On January 16th, 1920 the 18th Amendment was enacted, prohibiting the manufacture, sale, transport, and possession of alcohol in the United States. The law merely moved the regular business of alcohol consumption underground, and we became a nation of closeted drinkers.
Until the amendment was repealed in 1933, illegal bars masqueraded as toy stores or dress shops in apartments and abandoned storefronts. Misleading entrances were the norm, and patrons often had to know the password or have a membership card to get in. At the very least they had to summon the courage to ring the bell at an unmarked door.
Hidden in plain sight, Knee High Stocking Company is a speakeasy for the Great Recession. Inspired by cocktail culture and culinary techniques from our great-grandfather’s generation, we hope you enjoy our take on a classic American institution.
- Jack and Michelle
In Season
For Winter 2010
Goslings Rum and Ginger Beer make a Dark & Stormy, a surprisingly refreshing taste of the tropics.
Named to celebrate a new high-tech train of 1938, the 20th Century Cocktail innovates with Gin, Lillet Blanc, Lemon Juice, and Crème de Cacao.
The Cat’s Meow is Maker’s Mark, Dubonnet & Cointreau, up with a twist. Curious?
Stay warm tonight with Hot Buttered Rum of Bacardi 8 and our house-made secret spice mixture.
Spanish Coffee has equal parts Tia Maria and Rum with Seven Roasters Press Coffee, Bacardi 151, and a lit match.
Once in a Blue Moon you may find something new, like this Gin, Crème De Violette, and Lemon Juice classic, shaken and served up.
Simply Beautiful, Grand Marnier and Hennessy warmed in the snifter.
Your choice of Bourbon or Brandy with Cointreau, Lemon, and Agave Syrup makes a Hot Toddy.
Our Perfect Manhattan, with a healthy bite and a satisfying finish, has equal parts Sweet Vermouth, Dry Vermouth, Buffalo Trace Bourbon Whiskey, Orange Bitters and a twist.
A San Martín with London Dry Gin, Sweet Vermouth, and Yellow Chartreuse make this slightly odd but tasty throat-tickler from South America.
Champs Elysees, paradise for warriors who died in battle, has Brandy, Chartreuse, splashes of Lemon, Simple Syrup, & bitters served up with a twist.
A great digestif, the Grasshopper has Crème de Cacao, Crème be Menthe, and Heavy Cream. Shaken hard and cold it tastes like an age appropriate chocolate milkshake.
The Stock Sauces
The Knee High Gin & Ginger is tasteful and smooth with Seagram’s Gin & Candied Ginger, Bitters & soda on the rocks. Whiskey is also quite yummy.
The perennial pick-me-up, a Pimm’s Cup, is Pimm’s & Ginger Ale muddled with cucumber on the rocks.
After the last word all that remains is The Last Breath. Time stops inside equal parts Evan Williams, Maraschino, Chartreuse, and Lime Juice.
Our Grape-beri Knee High is a Stolichnaya Raspberry, Chambord & soda favorite.
A Bourbon Cooler is insanely refreshing, made with Evan Williams, Amaretto, Orange & Cranberry Juice.
A Jeune Homme lives in the moment with Dry Vermouth, Benedictine, Seagram’s Gin, Cointreau, and a dash of bitters. Shaken and served up with a twist.
The St. James Cooler refreshes with Jameson, St. Germain, Lemonade & soda with mint.
Get twisted with a Bent Beri Knee High, a decidedly different Stolichnaya Raspberry, Chambord, and Absinthe concoction.
From an 1898 Boston election, our Ward Eight with Wild Turkey Rye, Lemon, Lime, & House-made Grenadine savors like a grassroots campaign. Yes we can!
The P&P Provides Pimm’s & Pama Pomegranate Pleasing Palates Perfectly.
Try a tingling French Kiss made from Lillet Blanc, Chambord, Champagne & Orange Zest.
The Flor de Jalisco from our friend Joaquin at Death & Company in NYC, starts with Sauza Tequila, Lemon Juice, Agave Nectar and Orange Marmalade. Shaken and Strained with a twist.
Our Classic Cocktails
The Jack Rose, named for the gambler who ratted out his police officer conspirator, has Applejack, Grenadine, and Lime Juice. Shaken fast & furious and served up or on the rocks.
Our Hemingway Daiquiri is served just like Papa ordered it, Bacardi, Maraschino, Simple Syrup, Grapefruit & Lime juice on the rocks.
From The Big Easy the Sazerac muddles a sugar cube with Peychaud’s bitters, Sazerac Rye, a delicate Absinthe rinse, and a rim cleansed with fresh lemon zest.
From post-WWI, The Hennessy Sidecar, made in the French school with Cognac, Cointreau, and Lemon Juice with a Sugar Rim.
In this commemoration of the 1922 classic movie Blood and Sand, Scotch is the Mister, Sweet Vermouth is the Mis’ess, and Cherry Herring is the Mistress in this slightly sweet and strangely delicious love triangle.
Grandpa’s Fox Trot was nothing like this Rum & Cointreau classic.
From Manhattan’s prohibition club The Stork, try this delightfully fruity Seagram’s Gin, Orange Curacao, Lime Juice, and bitters cocktail.
Keep out the coming chill and slip Between The Sheets with equal parts Brandy, Cointreau, and Light Rum.
The Moscow Mule kicked off the new “clear liquor” craze of the 1940s with Vodka, Lime Juice, and Ginger Beer.
Looking to get the olive out of his martini without getting wet, Jay Sindler patented a small stick with a pointed end in 1935. The namesake cocktail, The Gin Swizzle, is made of Dry Fly Gin, Lime Juice, & a dash of bitters, served up.
The Stinger, the go-to adult after-dinner mint of the 1890s, with Brandy & Crème de Menthe.
Bottled Beer
Belhaven Scottish Ale has a bready malts feel, some good toastiness, and a slight nutty character with a moderate amount of carbonation. 14.9oz
Kapuziner Wheat Beer (Weißbier) is tangy, fruity, with a typical highly fermented note. Naturally cloudy with solid malt body and a delightful tropical fruitiness. 16.9oz
Lev Lion Lager with lightly toasted bread, herbs, honey, a hint of apple, and a hint of mineral is a tasty take on a good basic American lager. 16.9oz
Stone IPA contains aromas of citrus, grass, pine, and hops with an up front taste that is smooth and enjoyable. 12oz
Young’s Double Chocolate Stout is a light and creamy roasted chocolate malt with a hint of coffee and superior mouthfeel. 14.9oz
Fox Barrel Cider from California in three varieties: Apple, Pear, and Black Currant. Please ask your server what is in stock today. 12oz
Wine
Cycles Gladiator Cabernet from the central coast California has a spice front palate with tasty dark berry fruit, mocha, and dark chocolate.
Tilia Malbec-Syrah from Argentina provides juicy black cherry fruit flavors, a touch of chocolate and sweet.
Montpelier Chardonnay is delightfully simple with hints of subtropical fruits, citrus, & pear.
Terre Degli Osci Pinot Grigio is a traditional Italian Pinot Grigio with a beautiful straw color, hint of citrus, and a wonderfully refreshing finish.
Leyda Pinot Noir from Chile has a fruit driven bouquet with notes of red cherries and soft spices.
From the Kitchen
Open until 1am
Spiced Nuts roasted in-house are honey sweet, salty, and smoky.
House Marinated Olives bathed all day in Citrus, Garlic & Rosemary.
Vegetarian French Onion Soup served with Crostini and melted Gruyere.
Soft Pretzel & Rarebit comes courtesy of Morning Star Bakery. Rarebit is a tangy cheese and beer dip.
Lumpia, a six-pack of crispy deep-fried rolls filled with Ground Pork, Carrots, and Spices. Served with a Sweet Sauce infused with Red Pepper flakes.
Fingerling Potato Oven Fries Roasted with Coriander Ketchup.
The Cheese Plate served with Chef’s Select Cheeses, house-made Pear Butter, Crostini and Hazelnuts.
Roast Cauliflower with Lemon Anchovy Butter and Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese is a great side for almost anything.
Mac & 4 Cheese with Smoked Cheddar, Gruyere, Parmesan, and Blue Cheese in a homemade béchamel sauce with a tantalizing spicy finish.
Broccoli & Mash, Garlic and Leek Mashed Potatoes topped with Steamed Broccoli & Smoked Cheddar.
Chicken Pot Pie, house-made from whole chickens and crafted to order, takes about 20 minutes.
Lamb Mini-Burgers, fresh ground lamb topped with house-made Mango Chutney.
We proudly press Seven Roasters Coffee.
Desserts by A La Mode Pies, made in our kitchen.
Add a scoop of Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
House Rules
For the peace of mind of all guests
1. Please Speak-Easy
2. Keep your seat & no standing at the bar
3. Moderate consumption makes for merriment
4. We may ask for your table 1-hour after your last drink is served
5. Don’t bring anyone here you wouldn’t take to your Grandmother’s house for dinner
6. No cell phones or cameras
7. Please exit briskly & quietly
Find Us
Reservations: 206-979-7049 text message only
Large Parties (more than 10): reservations@kneehighstocking.com
Press Inquiries: owners@kneehighstocking.com
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1356 East Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98122
Open 7 days a week from 6pm to close
Book Your Private Event
Whether your engagement is an intimate birthday party, wedding party, small business gathering, or a fashion trunk show we provide a superb setting for parties of up to 40 guests. For your private event, we offer full table and bar service, a stocked top shelf and signature Knee High Stocking Co cocktails, in addition to a full menu of flights. Your guests are sure to be delighted and feel right at home.
Knee High Stocking Co. is a fully hosted bar and we provide for reserved seating only, with the sole exception of private event parties. For your event, we are happy to waive this requirement so that you and your guests can move about our establishment and mingle at your leisure. Once your event period has ended we will request that everyone in your party make his or her way to designated tables, as we open our doors to the public.
Please contact us directly to let us help you design your private event at our bar, as well as, customize your food and or bar menu to suit your private event needs. Please be advised, we invite you to bring in your own special event requirements such as a cake or other dessert, and we are happy to provide complimentary prep services with your event package. BYO Bottles of wine may be subject to a $10/ea corking fee. You may also order food in advance and have your menu prepared to serve as your guests arrive.
For questions and or to design your ideal private event package with our in-house event specialists, please email us.