Restaurant
Unclaimed profile35 North Bar & Grill
Knoxville, TN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
35 North Bar & Grill presents a serious beverage program: a 20-plus cocktail list, a deep spirits selection with allocated bourbons, a wide-ranging wine list, and local craft beers. The 35 North Old Fashioned, built on a single-barrel Buffalo Trace pick, anchors the cocktail menu. Spirit flights provide a structured way to explore the bourbon, scotch, and tequila collections.
- What should I order?
- Start with the 35 North Old Fashioned, made with the bar's single-barrel Buffalo Trace pick, cane syrup, and bitters. For a deeper spirits dive, choose a Bourbon & Rye flight, which showcases the extensive whiskey list. Wine drinkers can begin with a glass of Kung Fu Girl Riesling.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Bourbon enthusiasts will appreciate the range from Buffalo Trace to Pappy Van Winkle 15-year. Cocktail fans have creative options like the Biscoff Espresso Martini and the Hot Honey Margarita. Beer lovers can explore local and regional drafts, while wine drinkers will find familiar labels across price points.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails are moderately priced; wine by the glass starts at $8. Spirit flights range from $27 to $112. A full bottle of Veuve Clicquot runs $120, with prestige Champagnes reaching $700.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The house old fashioned uses a single-barrel Buffalo Trace pick, giving it a tailored character. The spirits program includes rare pours like Pappy Van Winkle and Macallan Rare Cask, plus structured flights. The cocktail list balances classics and original creations, and the wine list spans accessible to luxury Champagnes.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The specialty cocktail menu lists 18 drinks, from the 35 North Old Fashioned with a single-barrel Buffalo Trace pick to the Biscoff Espresso Martini and Hot Honey Margarita. Ingredients span premium spirits and house-made syrups, showing a broad range of flavors and techniques.
Menu strengths
- — The menu includes both classic builds and creative originals, covering bourbon, tequila, gin, and vodka bases.
- — A dedicated old fashioned uses the bar's single-barrel Buffalo Trace selection, giving a house signature.
Standout selections
- — 35 North Old Fashioned; Apaloma; Biscoff Espresso Martini
Pricing: Cocktail prices not specified; expect typical bar pricing.
Wine
Wine list covers red, white, rosé, and sparkling from major regions. Reds include Italian, Spanish, and California bottles; whites range from Riesling to Chardonnay. Champagne selections include Veuve Clicquot, Taittinger, and Perrier-Jouët.
Menu strengths
- — Broad regional coverage across Italy, Spain, France, New Zealand, and Washington State.
- — Price points range from $8 glasses to $700 bottles, accommodating casual pours and special occasions.
- — The rosé and sparkling section includes prestige Champagnes like Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque.
Standout selections
- — Kung Fu Girl Riesling; Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc
Pricing: Wines by the glass start at $8; bottles from $30 to $700.
Beer
Draft and bottle/can lists feature a wide range of local and regional craft options. Named selections include Bearded Iris Homestyle IPA, Creature Comforts Tropicalia, Wiseacre coffee milk stout, plus ciders, hard seltzer, and non-alcoholic choices.
Menu strengths
- — Local and regional craft representation, including Bearded Iris and Creature Comforts.
- — Mix of styles: IPA, stout, cider, and hard seltzer.
- — Includes non-alcoholic options like Athletic Brewing Run Wild IPA.
Standout selections
- — Creature Comforts Tropicalia IPA; Wiseacre Gotta Get Up To Get Down Coffee Milk Stout
Pricing: Beer prices not specified.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic offerings include two beers: Athletic Brewing Run Wild IPA and Heineken 0.0. These provide alcohol-free choices for designated drivers or those abstaining.
Menu strengths
- — Two well-known non-alcoholic beer brands.; Athletic Brewing Run Wild IPA offers a hoppy option.
Standout selections
- — Athletic Brewing Run Wild IPA (Non-Alc) — Non-alcoholic IPA
Pricing: Not specified.
Spirits
The spirits list is extensive, covering whiskey, vodka, scotch, gin, rum, tequila, and cordials. It features rare bourbons like Pappy Van Winkle 15-year, Macallan Rare Cask scotch, and Don Julio 1942 tequila. Flights are offered for Bourbon & Rye, Scotch, and Tequila.
Menu strengths
- — Rare and allocated bourbons, including Pappy Van Winkle and Blanton's.
- — Scotch selection includes Macallan Rare Cask.; Structured flights allow comparison across Bourbon & Rye, Scotch, and Tequila.
Standout selections
- — Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve 15yr; Macallan Rare Cask
Pricing: Spirit flights range from $27 to $112.
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