Restaurant
Unclaimed profileAguardente
Providence, RI · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Aguardente's beverage program leans into Portuguese and Latin American flavors with a deep aguardente and mezcal selection. Signature cocktails like the Aguardente Manhattan and seasonal offerings show craft ambition. The wine list is Portugal-heavy with thoughtful pairings, and spirits flights make exploration easy. A focused beer list and creative mocktails round out a program that rewards curiosity.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Aguardente Flight to sample Marcolino Sebo, Mavem, and Adega Velha 12yrs. For a cocktail, the Aguardente Manhattan—aged aguardente, Ginja, and burnt-orange vermouth—is a signature. The Fumar Flight (mezcal) at $24 offers a curated tasting. Pair with the Nachos & Passion Fruit Marg combo on weekdays.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Spirits enthusiasts seeking aguardente and mezcal flights. Cocktail drinkers who appreciate house-infused ingredients and Portuguese-inspired twists. Wine lovers interested in Portuguese and Spanish varietals, especially those who like food-pairing suggestions.
- When should I go?
- Weekend brunch offers a separate cocktail and mocktail list. Seasonal cocktails are highlighted on the homepage, so timing a visit to a new season could yield fresh options.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails are mostly unlisted, but one is priced at $9. Wine by the bottle ranges from $56 to $100. Mezcal flights run $24–$28, and individual pours like El Jolgorio Arroqueno are $30–$35. Tea is $3.50, espresso $4.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The program's identity is built around aguardente, with dedicated flights and cocktails like the Ultimate Portuguese Espresso Martini. House-infused spirits and housemade syrups appear across the menu. The wine list's Portuguese focus, including volcanic Azorean bottles, sets it apart from typical restaurant lists.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative, house-infused cocktails with Portuguese and Latin American flair. Signature drinks like the Aguardente Manhattan and Cabeza de Coco show craft. Seasonal offerings and a brunch flight keep the list dynamic.
Menu strengths
- — House-infused spirits and housemade syrups indicate craft focus.
- — Seasonal and limited-time offerings keep the cocktail program dynamic.
Standout selections
- — Aguardente Manhattan: 3-year aged Aguardente, Ginja, house-infused burnt-orange sweet vermouth.
- — Ultimate Portuguese Espresso Martini: Aguardente, Aniz, Ginja, Pastel de Nata, fresh pulled espresso.
- — Espresso Martini Flight: Blueberry Fig, Banana Chocolate, Portuguese Sea Salt.
Pricing: One cocktail listed at $9; Nachos & Passion Fruit Marg combo $24.95
Wine
Portuguese-focused list with regional diversity, including Douro, Alentejo, Dão, and Azores. Includes award-winning Chryseia, orange wine, and a tawny port selection. Pairings are integrated into menu descriptions.
Menu strengths
- — Wine pairings integrated into menu descriptions enhance dining experience.
Standout selections
- — P+S Prats & Symington Chryseia 2019, Douro – Grand Gold award winner at $100.
- — Magma Volcanic Region, Terceira Island, Açores – grapes grown on volcanic soils.
- — Sandeman 10, 20, 30 year tawny ports.
Pricing: Bottles range from $56 (Casa de Santar) to $100 (Chryseia)
Beer
Compact but international selection: Super Bock, Coral Stout, 1906 Reserva, and Famosa. Beer pairings are suggested for some dishes, showing intentionality despite the small list.
Menu strengths
- — International options complement the menu's Portuguese and Latin American theme.
Standout selections
- — Super Bock – Portuguese lager, recommended with Prego ou Bifana no Pão.
Pricing: Add Super Bock or 1906 Reserva to Build Your Own Sandwich for $5
Nonalcoholic
Creative mocktails like Bicada Rosa and Strawberry Agua Fresca use fresh fruit and housemade syrups. House-brewed iced tea and Portuguese Sumol sodas add variety. No zero-proof spirits, but the options are thoughtful.
Menu strengths
- — Several creative mocktails with fresh ingredients.; Includes house-made sodas and tea.
Standout selections
- — Bicada Rosa – muddled strawberries, pineapple, lemon, rosemary.
- — Burro Roxo – purple donkey with pineapple, citrus, hibiscus, choice of milk.
Pricing: Tea $3.50, Espresso $4
Spirits
Deep aguardente and mezcal selection with rare expressions like El Jolgorio. Flights cover aguardente, mezcal, tequila, and port, making exploration easy. Liqueurs add Portuguese character.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive and diverse spirits selection with focus on aguardente and mezcal.
- — Flights allow tasting of multiple spirits.; Includes rare and high-end mezcal expressions.
Standout selections
- — Aguardente Flight: Marcolino Sebo, Mavem, Adega Velha 12yrs.
- — No Solo Fumar Flight: Xicaru Tobala, Contraluz Cristalino, Mezcal Leyendas Verde.
- — El Jolgorio Arroqueno – $30 pour.
Pricing: Fumar Flight $24, No Solo Fumar Flight $28; El Jolgorio Arroqueno $30, Coyote $35
How it sits with the food
Menu descriptions integrate wine pairings, such as Super Bock with Prego ou Bifana no Pão and Casa de Santar with lamb chops. The cocktail program's Portuguese and Latin American flavors align with the food's Iberian and Central American influences.
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