The bar inside the Equinox Resort is the most atmospheric place in Manchester to have a drink — a handsome room with dark wood panelling, comfortable armchairs, and the quiet confidence of a building that has been welcoming guests since the 18th century. The cocktail list is well-made if not cheap, and the Vermont whiskeys and local beers are worth seeking out. It fills up on autumn weekends but is often peaceful on weekday evenings.