Tucked among the industrial warehouses of the Arts District, a pitch-black building draws in the curious. Its facade is coated entirely in matte black paint, revealing nothing about what waits inside. Follow the glow of a faint amber lantern to the entrance, and you’ll step into The Obscure.
This speakeasy-style cocktail-tasting hideaway offers a cinematic twist on nightlife. Framed by cascading waterfalls, ancient ruins, and flickering candlelight, the space immerses guests in a multi-sensory journey through myth, history, and folklore. Every spirit and cocktail comes with its own story, turning each sip into a passageway to lost legends and forgotten worlds.
17 June 2026 19:00 + more dates
What makes The Obscure a unique experience
The Obscure is a mix of cocktail tasting, storytelling experience, and working distillery under one roof.
During the night, guests sample six pours: three house-distilled spirits served neat and three original cocktails created specifically for the season’s menu. Each drink is introduced by a host who explains the inspiration, production process, flavor profile, and mythology behind it.
What also sets The Obscure apart is its seasonal format. Instead of keeping the same menu year-round, the experience rotates through different “seasons,” each with new spirits, cocktails, and storylines.
- Season 1: Origins, focuses on the very first menu.
- Season 2: Evolution, introduces a completely different six-pour lineup.
- Season 3: Revelation, is the most recent and expands the concept with new drinks and updated storytelling elements.
The highest-rated cocktail experience in the world
With more than 2,000 five-star reviews and over 50,000 guests, The Obscure is known for being the “world’s highest-rated cocktail experience.” Its strong online ratings and loyal following have helped transform the hidden distillery into one of L.A.’s most talked-about nightlife destinations.
Guests who sign up early can also unlock discounted tickets, with early bird pricing offering 15% off when the next calendar of experiences drops.
The Obscure: Distillery & Cocktail Experience
17 June 2026 19:00 + more dates
