Restaurant
Unclaimed profile3UP Rooftop Lounge
Carmel, IN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
3UP Rooftop Lounge delivers a creative cocktail program with house-made syrups and a playful 'Liquid Dessert' section. The wine list spans value to luxury, and spirits include premium tequilas and whiskeys. Beer is limited but adequate, and non-alcoholic options are thoughtful. Customers praise the cocktails, though the bourbon list draws a critique for being limited.
- What should I order?
- Start with the 3UP Old Fashioned, a Rittenhouse Rye build with Demerara and seasonal bitters. For something brighter, the White Lotus uses sticky rice-infused Tito's with mango-jasmine syrup. The Espresso Martini Tree serves six for $99—a shareable spectacle.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking inventive mixes and a lively rooftop vibe. Groups can take advantage of bottle service, and non-drinkers have decent options. Bourbon purists may find the selection lacking, but tequila and gin fans will be satisfied.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are prime for the rooftop atmosphere, especially when live music or seasonal events are scheduled. The Liquid Dessert section makes it a fitting stop for after-dinner drinks.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $15-$17, with the Espresso Martini Tree at $99. Wine by the glass is $11-$18, bottles up to $399. Beer is $7-$12, and spirits pours range from $10 to $99. Bottle service starts at $150.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail program stands out with house-made syrups and infused spirits, plus a dedicated Liquid Dessert menu. The Espresso Martini Tree is a unique group order. A broad wine list includes alcohol-removed options, and bottle service caters to elevated lounging.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative signature cocktails with house-made syrups and infused spirits. The Liquid Dessert section adds novelty.
Menu strengths
- — House-made syrups and infused spirits show craft.; Liquid Dessert section offers unique dessert cocktails.
Standout selections
- — 3UP Old Fashioned: Rittenhouse Rye, Demerara, Angostura + seasonal bitters ($17).
- — White Lotus: sticky rice-infused Tito's, velvet falernum, mango-jasmine syrup, lime, egg white ($16).
- — Espresso Martini Tree: six espresso martinis with Tito's, Kahlua, cold brew, Demerara ($99).
Pricing: Cocktails $15-$17; Espresso Martini Tree $99; Boozy Affogato $22.
Wine
Wine list spans sparkling, white, and red, from Prosecco to prestige Champagne. Includes alcohol-removed options. Premium bottles at accessible luxury prices.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of regions and price points.; Includes alcohol-removed wines.
- — Premium selections like Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame.
Standout selections
- — Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame at $399.
- — Chateau Montelena Chardonnay at $149.; Faust Cabernet at $99.
Pricing: By the glass $11-$18; bottles $39-$399; alcohol-removed $15-$16 glass.
Beer
Small but functional selection: a cream ale, a cider, a stout, and hard seltzer. Includes a cannabis-infused option. No community feedback on beer.
Menu strengths
- — Mix of local and popular options.; Cannabis-infused beverage adds novelty.
Standout selections
- — Sun King Cream Ale at $8.
Pricing: Beers $7-$12; High Noon bucket $40.
Nonalcoholic
Thoughtful non-alcoholic program with two mocktails and three alcohol-removed wines. Pricing is reasonable. No community feedback yet.
Standout selections
- — Tiki Taca: pineapple, lime, orgeat, demerara, soda ($10).
- — Zonin Cuvee Zero alcohol-removed sparkling ($15 glass).
Pricing: Mocktails $9-$10; alcohol-removed wines $15-$16 glass.
Spirits
Extensive spirits menu with premium tequilas and whiskeys. Bottle service available. One community note mentions a limited bourbon list, but menu shows several bourbons.
Menu strengths
- — Premium tequilas like Clase Azul.; Bottle service for groups.
Standout selections
- — Elijah Craig 18 Year at $60.
- — Don Julio 1942 Anejo at $45.
Pricing: Pours $10-$99; bottle service $150-$675.
How it sits with the food
The menu mentions shareable plates, which pair naturally with the cocktail program—the 3UP Old Fashioned's rye and bitters would suit savory bites, while the Boozy Affogato serves as a dessert pairing in itself.
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