New speakeasy to open in downtown Columbia

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Smoked, the popular upscale contemporary dining restaurant in the heart of Columbia’s historic Main Street District, is opening an underground speakeasy on Wednesday, Aug. 2.

The speakeasy, located under Smoked at 1643 Main St., is called The Burnline. The name comes from the remnants of burn lines that used to be on the building’s walls after Sherman’s march on Columbia in 1865.

The Burnline is designed to offer guests a clandestine place to enjoy handcrafted drinks,according to a news release. It will feature a curated selection of premium liquors and a menu of six hand-crafted cocktails, including three rotating creations unique to Burnline and three classic favorites. The speakeasy will also feature exclusive beers from Columbia’s Peak Drift Brewing Company.

Guests can also look forward to immersive experiences at The Burnline, including cocktail classes, curated tastings and more under the guidance of Jake Cooper, Smoked’s bar director.

“The Burnline is evolving,” Cooper said. “Whlie we’ll still focus on having the best collection of rare and allocated spirits available, the experience will grow into something more.”

The Burnline also will share a special “password” for admimssion on Smoked’s social media, although this will not be a requirement for entry. The Burnline will operate from 4 p.m. until closing Wednesday through Saturday.

For more information about The Burnline, follow Smoked on Facebook or Instagram and check the restaurant’s website.