Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileAlmanac
Philadelphia, PA
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
Research completed 2026-08-26 · Based on current public sources
Menu evidence checked: 2026-08-02
Editor: Micah Rousey
Review methodology and evidence standardsThe editorial take
Almanac is a Japanese-American cocktail bar with a focused, seasonal program. The menu leans on Japanese spirits and techniques, offering creative classics like the Kyushiki Old Fashioned and a Tomoe Vesper. Customers highlight the hyper-seasonal, well-crafted cocktails and an omakase-style personalized experience. Nonalcoholic options are thoughtful and varied, from house sodas to kombucha.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Kyushiki Old Fashioned, a blend of Japanese whisky and bourbon with kokuto and bitters. For a martini twist, the Tomoe Vesper mixes gins, yuzu vodka, and shōchū. The Kasugai Sour offers a refreshing barley shōchū and Calpico combination.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative, Japanese-inspired drinks and a speakeasy atmosphere. Those who appreciate personalized, omakase-style cocktail experiences will find particular appeal.
- When should I go?
- Evenings when the intimate, moody speakeasy vibe is in full effect. The omakase cocktail experience suggests a quieter time when bartenders can focus on personalization.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $19 to $23, with highballs and punches between $16 and $18. Nonalcoholic drinks are $6 to $13.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- Almanac stands out for its strong Japanese bar craft influence, evident in ingredients like shōchū, yuzu, and amazake. The omakase cocktail experience, where bartenders tailor drinks to preferences, adds a unique interactive element rarely seen in cocktail bars.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Cocktails
Creative, hyper-seasonal cocktails with Japanese ingredients and techniques.
Menu strengths
- — Seasonal and sustainability focused with ever-changing menu; Japanese-inspired ingredients and techniques
Standout selections
- — Kyushiki Old Fashioned: Japanese whisky & bourbon, kokuto, bitters ($20)
- — Tomoe Vesper: American and Japanese gin, yuzu vodka, shōchū, mizunara ($22)
- — Kasugai Sour: barley shōchū, Midori, yuzu lime, Calpico ($19)
- — Sadōtini: sweet potato shōchū, gin, vodka, amazake, matcha, egg white ($23)
Pricing: $19-$23 for classics; $16-$18 for highballs and punches
Nonalcoholic
A well-rounded nonalcoholic program with house-made sodas, shrubs, kombucha, and non-alcoholic cocktails. Prices are reasonable and the selection is more extensive than typical cocktail bars.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of house-made sodas and kombucha; Includes non-alcoholic punch and shrubs
Standout selections
- — Chrysanthemum Kombucha ($8); N/A Punch ($9)
Pricing: $6-$13
How it sits with the food
The cocktail program's Japanese-inspired flavors, such as yuzu and shōchū, could pair with the sushi and kappo offerings from the venue's location above Ogawa Sushi & Kappo, though no specific food pairings are documented.
Inebrious does not score kitchens, food or the restaurant overall. We review the beverage program only.
About this review
Research is based on recent public evidence, including official venue materials and beverage menus when available. The review date is the research completion date and does not imply an in-person visit.
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