While it's not a \""speakeasy\"" with a secret entrance and a convoluted process for gaining entry, Palms' Scarlet Bar does a fair approximation of capturing that hidden gem vibe.  Scarlet is an intimate 6-seat bar dedicated to craft cocktails and unique infusions set just off the casino floor and tucked away in the corner next to the Ivory Tower elevators.  Decked out all in red (or scarlet, if you will) and lit with red accented lighting and candles, the bar evokes a sexy, if not a bit gothic, feel.  However, Scarlet's draw for the fianc\u00e9e and me was what it did with its spirits and not its d\u00e9cor.  \n\nI started off with the Rock & Rye ($16) made with Bulleit Rye infused with rock candy, roasted pecans and oranges and served over an ice sphere.  Boozy with subtle notes from the infused ingredients; it was delicious!  For my next go-around, I had the Scarlet G&T ($16) made with Bombay Sapphire East infused with star anise, cardamom, and citrus peels, and Fever Tree tonic.  The infused spices really fit like a glove with the botanicals already found in the gin giving it aromatics reminiscent of Southeast Asian cuisine.  I could imagine drinking it with a nice hot, steamy bowl of pho.  \n\nHands down, Scarlet Bar does high quality craft cocktails exceedingly well.  While it's pricier than many of its craft cocktail peers in Las Vegas, I attribute much of that to the cost in money, time, and effort to execute its infusions.  I'll spend a little bit more for a well-made drink.  Scarlet Bar made a well-made drink.  4.25 stars.