Wine Bar
Unclaimed profile1215 Wine Bar & Coffee Lab
Cincinnati, OH · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
A wine bar with a coffee lab soul, 1215 pairs a rotating wine list heavy on organic and biodynamic producers with a cocktail program that turns espresso and tea into drinks like Pale Horse and Rye Chai. Beers are all $6, and a Wine Club adds a membership angle. The list, curated by Ashley Hernández, emphasizes low-intervention styles from Portugal, France, and Spain.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Pale Horse, an espresso-forward cocktail with white chocolate and Heaven Hill. For wine, try the Aphros 'Pan' Sparkling Rosé or the Succés Vinícola Parellada. Non-drinkers can get the Matcha Chiller.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Natural wine enthusiasts and coffee cocktail curious will find much to like. The Wine Club appeals to collectors wanting curated selections at home.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $8 to $13; wines are priced by flight ($20-$21), glass ($5-$6.50), or bottle ($40-$52); beers and non-alcoholic drinks are $5-$6.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The dual wine bar and coffee lab concept yields a cocktail list that integrates espresso and chai with spirits, while the wine program emphasizes organic and biodynamic producers with playful tasting notes. A Wine Club adds a membership layer.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Cocktails
Creative cocktails integrate coffee and tea, with a range of spirits. Prices are fair, and happy hour adds value.
Menu strengths
- — Unique coffee- and tea-infused cocktails like Pale Horse and Rye Chai
- — Variety of spirits including whiskey, brandy, pisco, tequila, and rum
Standout selections
- — Pale Horse: Espresso, white chocolate, steamed milk, Heaven Hill & cocoa ($11)
- — Rye Chai: Housemade chai latte & Old Overholt ($11)
Pricing: $8-$13; $2 off select cocktails during happy hour
Wine
Rotating list features organic and biodynamic wines from Portugal, France, Spain, and Italy, available by flight, glass, or bottle.
Menu strengths
- — Focus on organic and biodynamic producers; Flexible formats: flights, glasses, bottles
Standout selections
- — Aphros, 'Pan' Sparkling Rose 2014 – Vinhao, Minho, Portugal ($5.5/$11/$44)
- — Les Tètes, Les Parcelles 'Tète Nat' 2018 – Bordeaux, France ($6/$12/$48)
- — Succés Vinícola, Parellada Experiéncia 2020 – Catalonia, Spain ($5.5/$11/$44)
Pricing: Flights $20-$21; glasses $5-$6.50; bottles $40-$52
Beer
Draft and bottled selection includes local Ohio breweries and international options, all at a flat $6.
Menu strengths
- — Local Ohio representation (Jackie O's, MadTree); All beers priced uniformly at $6
Standout selections
- — Jackie O's Mystic Mama IPA (Athens, OH)
Pricing: All beers $6
Nonalcoholic
Dedicated non-alcoholic menu with two creative options; community mentions additional mocktails and NA wines.
Standout selections
- — Rishi Botanical Seltzer – Turmeric Saffron ($5)
- — Matcha Chiller – Rishi Organic Sweet Matcha, lime, soda water ($5)
Pricing: $5 each
Spirits
Spirits are integral to the cocktail program, featuring a broad range including whiskey, brandy, pisco, tequila, and rum.
How it sits with the food
No food menu was retrieved, but the wine and cocktail lists suggest pairing with light snacks or small plates. The sparkling and white wine options would complement seafood or salads.
Inebrious does not score kitchens, food or the restaurant overall. We review the beverage program only.
Community reviews
Anyone with a free Inebrious account can rate the drinks here. Community ratings are kept entirely separate from the Inebrious editorial score above.
No community reviews yet. Be the first to write one.