Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profile'76 Bar and Kitchen
McAllen, TX · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
'76 Bar and Kitchen pours a wide-ranging cocktail list from a $5 House Margarita to a $50 Cocktail Tower, with patriotic-themed specialties and shareable bowls. The spirits shelf reaches premium tequilas like Don Julio 1942 and Clase Azul, while wine and beer stay simple and affordable. It's a bar that rewards exploration without emptying your wallet, especially for groups ordering big-format drinks.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Mexican Lollipop Drink ($7), a tamarind-vodka sour with chamoy, mango, watermelon, and a Tajin rim. For a classic, the $5 House Margarita is a sharp value. If sharing, the 1776 Bowl ($35) or Cocktail Tower ($50) anchors a table.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail drinkers who like both classic and creative options, and groups wanting shareable punch bowls or towers. Premium spirits enthusiasts will find high-end tequila and whiskey pours. Budget-conscious drinkers can stick to $5 well drinks and wine.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $5-$50, with most specialty drinks $7-$10. Beer is $2-$6, wine $5 by the glass, spirits pours from $2.50 to $45, and bottles up to $500. A round of several drinks can be modest or pricey depending on choices.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The bar's patriotic-themed cocktails and shareable formats like the 1776 Bowl and Cocktail Tower stand out. The premium spirits list, including Don Julio 1942 and Johnnie Walker Blue, adds a high-end edge beyond typical bar pours. Wide price range from $2.50 pours to $500 bottles covers many budgets.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Cocktail menu spans classics, specialties, and shareable formats. Prices from a $5 House Margarita to a $50 Cocktail Tower. Detailed descriptions and a range of spirits support a broad program.
Menu strengths
- — Range of styles from classic Mule to Mexican Lollipop Drink with chamoy and Tajin.
- — Shareable options like 1776 Bowl and Cocktail Tower suit groups.
- — Low price of entry at $5 for House Margarita and Western Drink.
Standout selections
- — Mexican Lollipop Drink $7 - Smirnoff Tamarindo, watermelon, mango puree, chamoy, Tajin rim.
- — Royal Peach Mule $8 - Crown Royal, peach puree, lime, ginger beer.
- — House Margarita $5 - silver tequila, triple sec, lime, agave.
Pricing: $5-$50
Wine
Straightforward wine list with red, white, and sparkling options by glass or bottle. All glasses $5, sparkling bottles $25, wine cocktails $10. Simple but affordable.
Menu strengths
- — Variety includes Merlot, Cabernet, Chardonnay, Moscato, and more.
- — Low $5 glass price across all wines.; Wine cocktails like Sangria add flexibility.
Standout selections
- — Rose Prosecco BTL $25 - sparkling by the bottle.
Pricing: $5 glass, $25 bottle, $10 sangria
Beer
Large bottled beer selection with familiar domestic and imported brands. Includes hard seltzers and cider. Prices are modest, with most beers $4-$6.
Menu strengths
- — Wide range of bottled beers from Budlight to Guinness.
- — Low price point for many options.; Includes hard seltzer and cider for variety.
Standout selections
- — Modelo Especial BTL $5 - imported lager.; Guinness BTL $6 - stout.
Pricing: $2-$6 beer, $2-$10 seltzer/cider
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic beverages include sodas, juices, water, and energy drinks. Lemonade at $3.49 represents the category. Basic but available.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple types of non-alcoholic drinks offered.; Low price range.
Standout selections
- — Lemonade — $3.49 — Non-alcoholic beverage.; Venue-authorized menu lists non-alcoholic beverages including sodas, juices, water, and energy drinks.
Pricing: $2-$5
Spirits
Extensive spirits list covering vodka, gin, rum, tequila, whiskey, scotch, bourbon, and liqueurs. Premium selections like Don Julio 1942 and Johnnie Walker Blue available by the pour and bottle.
Menu strengths
- — Premium tequila and whiskey selections.; Bottle menu for high-end purchases.
Standout selections
- — Don Julio 1942 $25 - premium tequila.; Clase Azul Plata $18 - premium tequila.
Pricing: $2.50-$45 pour, $99-$500 bottle
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