A bottle of Apple Pie flavored moonshine next to a glass of lemonade with ice and a lemon wedge on a wooden table.

Libations, Craft Cocktails & Bites

A curated menu of moonshine-forward cocktails, seasonal creations, shareable small plates, and regional spirits—crafted in a hidden speakeasy beneath downtown Pickens.

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A Menu Built Around Discovery

At The Downlow, you'll find a thoughtful mix of handcrafted cocktails, regional spirits, and familiar favorites served in a relaxed speakeasy setting.

Our cocktail program highlights local and regional moonshine, reimagined classics, and seasonal creations inspired by Appalachian ingredients and modern cocktail craftsmanship.

Whether you're stopping in after a day at Table Rock State Park, a Clemson game, or a night in downtown Pickens, our menu offers something for both adventurous drinkers and those looking for a well-made classic in a welcoming atmosphere.

The Menu

Shelf with multiple bottles of white wine with labels, enclosed in a wire rack, against a brick wall background.
Glass jars on a wooden shelf containing flavored sugars such as blackberry, pineapple, and others, labeled with black and colorful labels.
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Worth the Stop

Whether you're visiting Clemson, exploring Table Rock State Park, attending an event in downtown Pickens, or simply passing through the Upstate, The Downlow is a hidden stop for those who appreciate craft cocktails, atmosphere, and something a little unexpected.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. Moonshine is the foundation of many of our signature cocktails, alongside regional spirits and modern classics.

  • The Upstate and Appalachian foothills have a long moonshine tradition. Our speakeasy pays tribute to that history through both atmosphere and menu.

  • Yes. We regularly showcase moonshines, whiskeys, and specialty spirits from South Carolina and across Appalachia.

  • We offer a rotating selection of approximately 20 handcrafted cocktails, including seasonal features and house favorites. Visit often and you may catch some one-offs as well.

  • We certainly do! Our beer selection a changing variety of drafts, cans and bottle options from light easy drinking and specialty craft beers. We offer a curated selection of wines chosen to pair well with our cocktails and small plates, along with non-alcoholic options as well.

  • We are a speakeasy-style cocktail lounge focused on drinks, small plates, and atmosphere. Feel free to check out many of the fine local restaurants Pickens has to offer, carry-out food is welcome.