Bar
Unclaimed profile1933 Lounge
Indianapolis, IN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
1933 Lounge is a speakeasy-style cocktail lounge with an upscale feel. The cocktail menu is extensive, featuring originals like the Elmo Cola and Rhubarb Manhattan. Wines by the glass span regions from Prosecco to Barolo. Local Indiana beers and a thoughtful nonalcoholic list round out the program. The whiskey collection is touted as award-winning.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Signature Elmo Cola, a glass-bottled Coke with St. Elmo cherry vanilla whiskey and drunken cherries. For a more traditional pour, the Rhubarb Manhattan uses Rare Saint 5yr bourbon with Giffard Rhubarb liqueur.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative, well-crafted drinks will find much to like. Wine drinkers will appreciate the selection of wines by the glass from multiple regions. Those avoiding alcohol have several nonalcoholic options.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $13 to $16, wines by the glass from $13 to $29, and nonalcoholic drinks from $10 to $15. Happy hour offers discounts on select cocktails, wines by the glass, and draft beers.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The lounge's speakeasy-style setting pairs with a cocktail menu that includes unique in-house creations like the Elmo Cola, made with cherry vanilla whiskey and drunken cherries. The whiskey collection is described as award-winning.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail menu is extensive, with classic and signature drinks. Notable creations include the Elmo Cola, Rhubarb Manhattan, and Espresso Martini. Customers specifically praise the Madteani and the in-house vanilla cherry bourbon as must-tries.
Menu strengths
- — Numerous classic and signature cocktails, indicating a wide range of choices.
- — Creative ingredients like Giffard Rhubarb liqueur and Bittermens chocolate bitters.
- — Happy hour offers $5 off select cocktails, making it more accessible.
Standout selections
- — The Signature Elmo Cola: glass-bottled Coke with St. Elmo cherry vanilla whiskey and drunken cherries.
- — Rhubarb Manhattan: Rare Saint 5yr bourbon, Giffard Rhubarb liqueur, rhubarb bitters.
- — Pop's Old Fashioned: Rare Saint Rye, Jerry Thomas bitters, orange peel.
Pricing: $13-$16
Wine
The wine list features a variety of wines by the glass and bottle from multiple regions. Selections include Crémant d'Alsace, Prosecco, Barolo, and Napa Cabernet. Happy hour provides $5 off wines by the glass.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse wine selection spanning France, Italy, and California.
- — Wines available by the glass and bottle offer flexibility.
- — Award-winning collection of wines, as mentioned on the homepage.
Standout selections
- — Damilano Barolo 'Lecinquevigne' from Piedmont, Italy.; Inglenook 1882 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford.
Pricing: $13-$29 by the glass
Beer
Beer list includes local Indiana breweries like Sun King and Three Floyds, alongside national craft options such as Rhinegeist and Guinness. Happy hour offers $3 off draft beers.
Menu strengths
- — Local Indiana breweries represented, including Sun King and Three Floyds.
- — Mix of craft and domestic options provides variety.
Standout selections
- — Three Floyds Zombie Dust; Sun King Wee Mac Scottish Style Ale
Pricing: Not specified
Nonalcoholic
The menu includes several nonalcoholic cocktails and alcohol-removed options. Offerings like the Sparkling Sapphire and New Aged Spritz are crafted with fresh ingredients and alternative spirits.
Menu strengths
- — Several alcohol-removed options available, including Lyre's and Almave.
- — Nonalcoholic drinks are thoughtfully composed with fresh basil, blueberry, and lemon.
- — Pricing aligns with the cocktail range, showing equal effort.
Standout selections
- — Sparkling Sapphire: fresh basil, blueberry, lemon, soda.; New Aged Spritz: Lyre's Italian Orange, Mionetto alcohol-removed Prosecco, soda.
- — Skinny & Sober: Almave alcohol-removed agave spirit, soda, lime.
Pricing: $10-$15
Spirits
The whiskey collection is highlighted as award-winning. Specific bourbons featured include Rare Saint 5yr and the in-house St. Elmo Cherry Vanilla Bourbon, used in signature cocktails.
Menu strengths
- — Award-winning whiskey collection is a noted highlight.; In-house St. Elmo Cherry Vanilla Bourbon adds a distinctive, house-made element.
Standout selections
- — Rare Saint 5yr Bourbon, featured in the Rhubarb Manhattan.
- — St. Elmo Cherry Vanilla Bourbon, used in the Elmo Cola.
Pricing: Not specified
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