THE EXETER APOTHECARY
Dr. Charles Merrill’s 1848 medicine venture grew into the grand Merrill Block, home to Exeter’s most enduring drugstore for nearly a century. Today, The Exeter Apothecary honors that legacy, blending preserved 19th-century design with modern cocktails and cuisine.
Downtown Exeter’s premier cocktail bar. Please note, we do not take reservations.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Tuesday-Thursday 5:00-10:00 pm
Friday-Saturday 5:00-11:00 pm





Our Menus
Parched and Peckish? Our menus features creative small plates and delicious desserts. Enjoy a snack, a full meal, or a post-dinner indulgence with the perfect cocktail pairing.
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Our Classics
Tony's Martini-15
Piucinque Gin - Chazelette’s Extra Dry Vermouth
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Chef Paul -15
Singhani 63 - Aperitivo - Sfumato​
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Field Reporter - 16
Dark Rum - Apricot - Falernum - Lemon - Bitters
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Vieux Cado - 17
Avocado Fat Washed Rye - Cognac - Sweet Vermouth - Bitters
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Trader’s Run Old Fashioned - 15
Bourbon - Lapsang Turbinado Syrup - Bitters - Orange
Pearly Living - 15
Gin - Pear Liqueur - Cocchi Americano - Lemon
Seasonal Specialties
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Galactic Bear - 15
Beet - Infused Gin - Amaro - Sumac Grenadine - Lemon - Bitters
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Roxanne - 15
Reposado Tequila - Allspice Dram - Orgeat - Papaya Puree - Lemon
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Bushel - 17
Apple Brandy - Yellow Chartreuse - Bonal - Spiced Maple Syrup
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Clifford - 16
Mad River Bourbon - Husk Cherry - Lemon - Egg White - Bitters
House Cocktails
The Pomander - 15
Blanco Tequila - Sorel - Grapefruit - Citrus Honey - Soda
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College Ice - 14
White Rum - Aperol - Blood Orange - Lime
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Suburban Socialite - 14
Vodka - Cranberry Shrub - House Citruscello - Sparkling Wine
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Smoky Passion - 15
Mezcal - Passionfruit Liqueur - Benedictine - Lemon - Bitters
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Sassafras - 16
Blended Scotch - Root Beer Mushroom Syrup - Ginger - Amaro
Liquid Dessert
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Creamsicle - 14
Vodka - Licor 43 - Dry Curaçao - Orange
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Grammies Cookies - 16
Spiced Rum - Biscotti Liquer - Fernet - Fino Sherry
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Beantown - 17
Vodka - Vanilla Rum - Espresso Liqueur - Espresso
(Creamy or Dark)
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Vino
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Gratien & Meyer Cremant de Loire NV
Domaine Beausejour Sauvignon Blanc ’22
Fess Parker Chardonnay ’23
Anthony Road Rosé ’24
Clemente VII Chianti Classico ’21
Blicks Lane Pinot Noir ’22
Charles & Charles Double Trouble Red Blend ’21
Beer
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Oxbow Luppolo Pilsner - 11
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Exeter Brewing Swazery Daze IPA - 11
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Citizen Dirty Mayor Ginger Cider - 11
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Athletic Brewing IPA NA - 9
Alcohol Free
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Stormy Orchard - 8
Black Apple - Ginger Beer - Tamari Lime
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Cranberry Lime Rickey - 8
Cranberry Shrub - Honey - Lime - Soda
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St. Agrestis Phony Negroni - 8
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