Bar
Unclaimed profileAbilene Bar and Lounge
Rochester, NY · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Abilene Bar and Lounge pairs a classic cocktail list with a deep beer program that leans on locals Genesee and Rohrbach. Wines are modestly priced by glass or bottle, and the non-alcoholic beer range is unusually wide. Classic cocktails like Aviation and Old Fashioned sit at £9, keeping the bar approachable without skimping on range.
- What should I order?
- Start with an Aviation or Old Fashioned, both £9, to gauge the classic cocktail execution. For beer drinkers, the local Genesee and Rohrbach cans are reliable choices. Non-alcoholic options like Athletic Brewing Free Wave IPA offer a hoppy alternative.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who appreciate a broad, well-priced selection will find something here, from cocktail traditionalists to craft beer fans and those seeking non-alcoholic options.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run £7–£9; wines are £5–£10 by the glass or £20–£40 by the bottle. Beer prices are not listed, but the range is extensive.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The bar's beverage program stands out for its sheer breadth: classic cocktails, international wines, dozens of draft and bottled beers, local cans, and a robust non-alcoholic beer list all under one roof.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A classic cocktail list covers Aviation, French 75, Pimm's Cup, Martini, Moscow Mule, Old Fashioned, and Negroni, priced between £7 and £9.
Menu strengths
- — Classic cocktail range with well-known standards priced at £7–£9.
- — Includes both gin-heavy options like Aviation and whiskey-driven choices like Old Fashioned.
Standout selections
- — Aviation — £9; Old Fashioned — £9; Negroni — £8
Pricing: £7–£9
Wine
The wine list covers international regions with six named selections from France, Argentina, and beyond. Glass pours start at £5 and bottles at £20, making it an accessible list for everyday drinking.
Menu strengths
- — International wine selection includes Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Mendoza regions.
- — Priced accessibly with glasses from £5 and bottles from £20.
Standout selections
- — Champagne — £10 / £40; Malbec, Mendoza — £7 / £28
Pricing: £5–£10 glass, £20–£40 bottle
Beer
Beer is a clear focus, with dozens of draft and bottled options spanning a wide range of styles. Pours, and the list extends to ciders, seltzers, and non-alcoholic beer.
Menu strengths
- — Dozens of draft and bottled beers covering lagers, IPAs, sours, stouts, and more.
- — Local representation from Genesee Brewing Company and Rohrbach Brewing Co.
Standout selections
- — Genny Cream Ale — local favorite; Rohrbach Blueberry Ale — local favorite
Nonalcoholic
The non-alcoholic beer selection is extensive, with six named NA options including IPAs, a golden ale, a stout, and a lager. Athletic Brewing's Free Wave IPA leads a list that also includes Guinness NA and Heineken Zero.
Menu strengths
- — Six non-alcoholic beers, ranging from IPA to stout and lager.
- — Includes recognizable brands like Guinness NA and Heineken Zero.
Standout selections
- — Athletic Brewing Free Wave IPA; Sam Adams Just The Haze IPA
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