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FEATURED COCKTAILS

The cocktails below rotate from time to time. Featuring seasonal favorites or maybe just something that caught our eye!

Japanese Breakfast

16

We love the band, you’ll love the drink. Suntory Roku Gin, Ltd. Edtion Yuzu Dry Curacao, housemade Satsuma marmalade, Shiso bitters, and egg white.

Murder Hornet

16

A riff on the classic Bee’s Knees cocktail, except this one stings a little. 100 proof Rye whiskey, honey ginger syrup, fresh lemon juice, cardamom and aromatic bitters, absinthe rinse. 

Shade Thrower

16

Freddy Schwenk of ‘Geist’ in Nashville, TN created this super-smooth take on a Boulevardier, with Bourbon, Averna amaro, Aperol, and Angostura bitters.

Cider Delighter

14

Embrace Autumn with Vodka, Allspice Liqueur, apple cider, fresh lemon juice, and old fashioned bitters.

Pendennis Club

16

The venerable Club in Louisville, KY is “a gathering of friends, where decency, decorum, civility, good manners and the social graces are still very much in style.” Sounds familiar.

– Gin, Apricot brandy, lime juice, Peychaud’s bitters.

Piña Peño

16

This is a spicy Pineapple Margarita made with Blanco Tequila, lime, pineapple juice, jalepeño, agavé nectar, and fire tincture.

La Perla con Mezcal

16

A Mezcal version of Jacques Bezuidenhout’s amazing La Perla cocktail, – with Joven Mezcal blanco, fino sherry, and pear brandy, this is like a dry Mezcal Martini with a smokey pear finish.

La Penicilina

16

Tequila Reposado, house-made honey ginger syrup, fresh lemon juice, and a Mescal float. Topped with a sprinkle of chili lime salt.

Fatter Elvis

16

Inspired by the Fat Elvis cocktail at the wonderful In- Between in Port Townsend. – Bourbon, Banana liqueur, black walnut bitters, and a peanut butter whiskey float.


OLD-SCHOOL CLASSICS

We’re more than happy to pour you an Old Fashioned, Manhattan, or Martini. The cocktails below come from the same era, but never quite reached the same ubiquitous status.

Brandy Crusta

16

A forbearer to the Sidecar and one of the oldest cocktails on record: Cognac, Cointreau (orange liqueur), maraschino liqueur, fresh lemon juice and Angostura bitters. Garnished with a lemon twist and sugar rim.

Clover Club

16

A frothy raspberry gem from the late 1800s at Philadelphia’s Bellevue-Stratford hotelmade with Gin, fresh lemon juice, raspberry syrup, and egg white
(or vegan option).

Vieux Carré

16

Another New Orleans classic: with Rye Whiskey, Cognac, Sweet Vermouth, Benedictine liqueur, Aromatic bitters.

Apple Jackrabbit

16

This classic revived by bartending legend Jim Meehan uses our own Applejack Whiskey/Brandy blend, maple syrup, fresh lemon juice, and fresh orange juice.

Turf Club

16

A very old cocktail served at the legendary Gage & Tollner in Brooklyn, NY. – Gin, Dry Vermouth, Maraschino liqueur, a dash of Absinthe, and orange bitters.

White Lady

16

This 1929 recipe from famed barman Harry MacElhone calls for Gin, Cointreau (orange liqueur), fresh squeezed lemon juice, and egg white (or vegan substitute).

Army & Navy

16

It’s Fall. It’s Football. From David Embury’s 1948 book
The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks. – Dry Gin, housemade Orgeat, lemon juice, and Angostura bitters.

Aviation

16

This turn-of-the century favorite that was almost lost to the ages mixes Gin with Crème de Violette, Maraschino, and fresh lemon juice. Garnished with a house-made boozy cherry.


MODERN CLASSICS

Not as old but perhaps just as storied, these mid-century to present-day cocktails and their creators have earned their place in history as well as on our menu, and our grateful palates.

French Martini

16

A Sweet tart throwback from the 80s withVodka, pineapple juice,Whidbey Distillery’s Blackberry Liqueur, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Dorchester

16

Invented by Erik Adkins for the Slanted Door restaurant in San Francisco. – London Dry gin, Maraschino liqueur, fresh lime juice, and grapefruit juice.

Paper Plane

16

The modern classic invented by Sam Ross at the Violet Hour in Chicago, and named after the M.I.A. song. Equal parts Bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, and fresh lemon juice. A master-class in balance.


Penicillin

16

Another Sam Ross masterpiece - this time, while at Milk & Honey in New York. Composed of blended Scotch, fresh lemon juice, honey-ginger syrup, and floated with Islay single malt Scotch.

Vesper

16

In Casino Royal, Bond gives specific instructions: “Three measures of Gordon’s, one of vodka, half a measure of Kina Lillet. Shake it very well until it’s ice-cold, then add a large thin slice of lemon peel. Got it?” Oh, we got it.

New York Sour

16

The Whiskey Sour, elevated. Bourbon, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup shaken, then floated with red wine.

Revolver

16

Created by San Francisco bartender Jon Santer in the early 2000s: High Rye Bourbon, Coffee liqueur, orange bitters. Garnished with a flamed orange peel.

Espresso Martini

16

British barkeep Dick Bradsell invented this at Fred’s Club in London for a model who asked for a drink that would “wake me up and f**k me up!” ...Vodka, Kahlúa, and espresso. A modern classic with a caffeine kick (or decaf if desired).


FROM THE BARREL

Not much to say here. Just a drink we've tinkered with over the years.

Maple Bacon Old Fashioned from the Barrel

18

Pendelton Canadian Whiskey, grade A amber maple syrup, Aromatic and Walnut Bitters. Garnished with  candied bacon. Thank you, Canada.


TASTE LOCAL - WHIDBEY ISLAND DISTILLERY

We proudly offer Whidbey Islands Ditillery’s award-winning spirits featured in the cocktails below. It’s artisans like these wonderful people who lay the foundation of “craft” for craft cocktails.

Blackberry Sour (WHIDBEY ISLAND DISTILLERY)

18

W.I.D.’s award winning Blackberry Liqueur* with their Bunker Rye, plus fresh lemon juice simple syrup, served on the rocks.


* Beverage Testing Institute - Platinum Medal, 98 Points, Superlative. (The single highest rated spirit produced in North America.)

Blackberry Manhattan (WHIDBEY ISLAND DISTILLERY)

18

W.I.D.’s Bunker Rye whiskey with their Blackberry Liqueur, dry vermouth, sweet vermouth, and aromatic bitters.


'SOFTAILS'

Lower alcohol by volume – good for warming up or winding down... or avoiding future regret.

Sloe Gin Fizz

12

Sloe Gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda.

Redheaded Ginger

12

With Lillet Rouge, Ginger Beer and a dash of Grapefruit Bitters, this tasty aperitif is light, refreshing and perfect for light drinking.

Smith & Kearns

12

Shorty Doebber’s 1952 classic created for two oilmen in North Dakota. Kahlua, cream, and soda.

Ain’t We a Pear

14

Poire Eau-de-Vie (pear brandy) and Prosecco, garnished with a sugar cube doused with walnut bitters.

Pumpkin Buck

12

Our own Applejack Whiskey/Brandy blend, housemade Pumpkin spice syrup, and Ginger Beer to top.

Chrysanthemum

12

Refreshing and oh so Italiano! With Ramazzotti Amaro, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and Soda.

Bamboo

12

A 19th-century classic featuring dry sherry, dry vermouth, Angostura bitters, and orange bitters.

Bitters & Soda

8

Refreshing and delicious with almost no alcohol.*

Bitters flavors include: Traditional Aromatic, Orange, Grapefruit, Lemon, Cherry, Cranberry, Peach, Plum, Rhubarb, and Violette.


*Bitters is made with alcohol but does not add an appreciable level by volume to our recipes.


$10 MIX DRINKS (from the Well)

So maybe you don’t want a fancy schmancy cocktail. Maybe you just want to stick to your favorite Whiskey & Seven or Rum & Coke, or Screwdriver. Well, you’re still in the right place, because truly the best drink is whatever your favorite is. We classify a ‘Mix Drink’ as a single beverage such as soda or juice with liquor added to it, typically consisting of just 2 ingredients. We


Wine

Are you here with friends? A date perhaps? Or some other ne'erdowell who wants a cocktail but it's really not your thing? We understand. This is for you. (Gentle Reminder: You are in a cocktail bar.)

SAUVIGNON BLANC

GLASS 12

Label will vary. Currently, Coppola.

CHARDONNAY

GLASS 12

Label will vary. Currently, Coppola.

ROSÉ

GLASS 12

Label will vary. Currently, Campuget.

RED BLEND

GLASS 12

Currently, Bordeaux style. Label will vary.


BEER

We don't have room for taps & kegs. And there are SO many excellent brewers nearby (which we urge you to visit). However, we do keep a few cans and bottles in the fridge because, when the mood strikes, a cold beer is a thing of beauty.

12oz CANS/BOTTLES - $6. 16oz CANS - $8.

We feature local beers from our friends up the street at Thirsty Crab Brewery as well as our friends up the island at Penn Cove Brewing. We also keep Guinness Stout, Miller Lite and Rainier on hand.

Why? Because it's the right thing to do.


BEVERAGES (non-alcoholic)

Designated driver? Had enough for the evening? Had enough forever?

Soft Drinks

5

The usual suspects, include: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, and Ginger Beer, or whatever else we can scrounge up.

Espresso/Americano/Tea

5

We'll French press it or drip-brew it depending on demand. Decaf available; ask for tea flavors. 

(Double: $7)


FOOD

You're here for cocktails. We're here to make them for you. Food is secondary - but still important! We offer a few cold plates, and we are happy to have you bring your own food in. (Just remember, it's a small space. So, don't be like that guy Kevin at work who puts fish in the microwave and stinks up the whole lunchroom.)

Charcuterie Plate

25

Selection of cuts from Seattle’s renowned Coro (‘Salumi’) Artisan Cured Meats: Classic Original Salumi, Hot Sopressata, and famous Mole – plus sliced Prosciutto, Manchego cheese, baby dills, olives, almonds, fig jam, grapes, and flatbread & multigrain crackers.

Cheese Plate

25

AgEnglish Bleu, French Brie, Spanish Manchego, Dutch Gouda, and local Goat Cheeses. served with flatbread and multigrain crackers, baby dills, olives, grapes, and fig jam.

Paté Plate

20

A Tin of Henaff Pork Liver Pate with Mushrooms Pate de Foie. Served with Manchego cheese, flatbread & multigrain crackers*, baby dills, olives, grapes, and apricot fig jam.

EXTRA TIN  $10

Napoleon Seafood Tin Plate

20

Locally owned since 1903. Choose your Tin: Smoked Mussels, Tiny Smoked Oysters, Chili Pepper Smoked Oysters, Garlic Butter Smoked Oysters Served with crackers, Manchego cheese, baby dills, olives, and grapes.

EXTRA TIN $10

Cocktail Snack Mix

5

You know, the yoozh... an assortment of zesty crunchy stuff with peanuts and other nuts - basically, kibble for humans. 

Extra Crackers

4

* Gluten-Free Crackers available. Just ask!

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