Basement to Award-Winning Rum Bar

From basement to award-winning gem, Albuquerque’s Daydream Rum Bar just snagged North America’s Fifty Best Bars 2026 title — a dream come true for owner Isaac Fox and his crew. With tropical vibes, velvet seats, and killer cocktails like Mai Tais, this rum lounge proves that passion, design, and community can turn a humble start into a cocktail scene sensation — and they’re already nominated for a James Beard Award too. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0d78ccf9934718cd