A STUDY IN
Flavor & Style
Experience the warm, relaxed, and yet refined ambiance of The Library. Available exclusively for residents and guests of The Laurel Hotel and Spa, this intimate Club Lounge offers an elevated experience where all food and beverage presentations are complimentary.
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Presentation: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Lunch Presentation: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Afternoon Snacks Presentation: 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Dessert Presentation: 7:30 – 10:00 PM
Thoughtful Offerings
Enjoy complimentary access to a variety of refreshments throughout the day. Help yourself to freshly brewed coffee, a selection of fine teas, sodas, and an assortment of satisfying, high-quality snacks.
Beyond the complimentary presentations, guests may also choose to dine from a special menu. This features a curated selection of additional cocktails, sophisticated mocktails, wine, and beer available throughout the day.
Chapter 1 | The Cocktails
Uncle Nearest Barrel Pick, Carpano Antica, Angostura
WARMING - RICH - SMOOTH
Tanqueray, Rooftop Mint, Lemon
BRIGHT - HERBAL - REFRESHING
Planteray 3 Stars, Hennessey, Grand Marnier
LUSH - CITRUSY - BOLD
Benvolio, Hennessey, Angostura, Orange Bitters, Sugar Cube
EFFERVESCENT - AROMATIC
Rooftop Bay Laurel Infused Vodka, Lillet Blanc, Sage
SILKY - FLORAL - CHILLED
Estaca Bacanora, Grand Marnier
SMOKY - DECADENT - SPIRITED
Non-alcoholic
Hibiscus, Pineapple, Blueberry, Martinelli’s Sparkling Blush Cider
TART - JUICY - EFFERVESCENT
Non-Alcoholic
Seedlip Spice 94, Coconut, Vanilla, Cardamom, Sea Salt
SILKY - FLORAL - SAVORY
Chapter 2 | Wine, Beer & Spirits
Veneto, Italy
Burgundy, France
(Non-alcoholic) Rheinhessen, Germany
Corbières, France
Le Mesnil, France
Sancerre, France
Sonoma, California
Stags Leap District, California
Dundee Hills, Oregon
Napa Valley, California
Burgundy, France
Willamette Valley, Oregon
(Non-alcoholic) Rheinhessen, Germany
Chianti, Italy
Willamette Valley, Oregon
Napa Valley, California
(Non-alcoholic) Paso Robles, California
Emilio Lustau Manzanilla ‘Papirusa’
Fonseca, Bin 27
Taylor Fladgate 20 Year
New Realm Brewing Company
Oskar Blues Brewery
Goat Island Brewing
(Non-alcoholic) Athletic Brewing Company
(Non-alcoholic) Athletic Brewing Company
Grey Goose • Belvedere • Redmont • Tito’s • Ketel One
Casamigos: Blanco, Anejo, Reposado • 1800 • Espolon • Exotico Blanco • Don Julio Blanco • Estaca: Bacanora, Coraje, Trajo, Valiente, Salvaje • Creyente
Vulcan • Tanqueray • Empress • Hendricks • The Botanist • Bombay Sapphire
Don Q Cristal • Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva • Mt. Gay XO • Blue Chair Coconut • Sailor Jerry
Bulleit • Bulleit Rye • Maker’s Mark • Old Forester • Old Forester Statesman • Sazerac Rye • Clyde May’s Alabama Style • Woodford • Woodford Rye • Basil Hayden • Four Roses • Knob Creek Single Barrel • Knob Creek Rye
Monkey Shoulder • Glenlivet: 12, 18 • Glenmorangie: Quinta Ruban, 18 • Macallan 12 • Oban 14 • Glenfiddich 12
Rémy Martin: VSOP, XO, 1738 • Gautier
Aperol • Campari • St-Germain • Sambuca • Disaronno • Limoncello • Baileys • Domaine De Canton
Chapter 3 | Brunch 6AM - 3PM
sourdough grilled cheese
parmesan tuile, capers, bacon fat pangrattato
fennel, charred orange, pickled onions, citrus vin
chicken +10, salmon +12, or shrimp +12
two eggs, white cheddar stoneground grits, English muffin, fresh squeezed orange juice & coffee, choice of chicken sausage, Conecuh sausage, or applewood bacon
buttermilk biscuits, Conecuh sausage sawmill gravy, two eggs
poached egg, fresh focaccia, marinated AU greenhouse tomatoes, hollandaise
your choice of spinach, white cheddar, mushroom, red bell peppers, onions, tomato, ham, bacon, Conecuh sausage
cured salmon, chef’s pickled vegetables, arugula, choice of whipped avocado or cream cheese
~ add poached egg +4
cinnamon butter, maple syrup
berries, orange blossom honey
chef’s assortment of house-made pastries
mishima wagyu, tomato confit, potato crisp, bacon jam, ginger aioli, choice of fries, fruit, or caesar salad
~add fried egg +4
fried or grilled, rooftop herb aioli, cheddar, market greens, brioche bun, choice of fries, caesar salad, or fruit
brioche, arugula, cornichons, cheddar and herb aioli, choice of fries, fruit, or caesar salad
oven roasted ham, gruyere, bechamel, sourdough bread
hand-battered chicken breast strips, fries or fruit
Chapter 4 | Dinner 4PM - 10PM
chef’s seasonal selection
sourdough grilled cheese
parmesan tuile, capers, bacon fat pangrattato
fennel, charred orange, pickled onions, citrus vin
chicken +10, smoked salmon +14, or shrimp +12
8oz filet mignon, braised pearl onions, noisette cauliflower puree, roasted cauliflower, redwine demi-glace
fennel, roasted vegetables, garlic confit, chimichurri
chef’s seasonal vegetables, pea puree, garlic confit, lemon beurre blanc
blend of brisket, chuck and short rib, caramelized onion, American cheese, Alabama white sauce, tomato, brioche bun, choice of fries, caesar salad, or fruit
fried or grilled, rooftop herb aioli, cheddar, market greens, brioche bun, choice of fries, caesar salad, or fruit
veal and pork blend, handmade fusilli, parmigiano reggiano, pomodoro sauce
pan-seared, sundried tomatoes, tomato fondue, stracciatella, potato crisp
mishima wagyu, tomato confit, potato crisp,bacon jam, ginger aioli, choice of fries, fruit, or caesar salad
~add fried egg +4
brioche, arugula, cornichons, cheddar and herb aioli, choice of fries, fruit, or caesar salad
graham cracker butter cookie, lemon cream, white chocolate mousse
dark, milk, and white chocolate
vanilla and rasberry swirled cheesecake topped with whipped cream
dessert board featuring a blend of housemade desserts
Evening Drinks with
Join us daily at half past five in the evening for our signature libations. This event showcases a must-try Thrive Coffee-infused cognac and the unique, refreshing Rooftop Laurel Bay Martini. It is the perfect moment to unwind and enjoy the Library's intimate, refined setting.