Bar
Unclaimed profileAzul on the Rooftop
New York, NY · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Azul on the Rooftop runs a cocktail-first beverage program with 11 named cocktails, frozen options, and four drinks available by the pitcher. Cuban cantina inspiration shows in the mojito and frozen cocktail focus, with Zagat recognizing both. The wine list spans sparkling through red, the bottle list covers nine spirit categories, and there are three non-alcoholic cocktails plus zero-proof sparkling wine and beer.
- What should I order?
- Start with The Hugo, a pitcher-ready mix of elderflower, René Briand, Blanc de Blancs, lime, and mint at $20, or Hugo's Martini with Belvedere, Botanist Gin, fino sherry, Italicus, and avocado oil at $24. For a zero-proof round, the Skyline Garden at $16 blends Seedlip Garden, cucumber, lime, thyme, and elderflower tonic.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Groups ordering pitchers of The Hugo, I Love NY, Perla Tapatia, or Lavender Fields; frozen-cocktail and mojito drinkers; and anyone seeking a full zero-proof option alongside a broad bottle list.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $20–$24, with pitchers available for four selections. Wine by the glass is $18–$35 and bottles $85–$195. Non-alcoholic cocktails are $16. Bottle-list spirits range from $300 to $975, and Champagne bottles from $130 to $795.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The combination of a named 11-cocktail menu with pitcher service for four drinks, frozen cocktails including a rotating Frozen of the day, and a nine-category bottle list gives the beverage program unusual range for a rooftop bar.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A dedicated menu of 11 named cocktails plus frozen options, described as Cuban cantina-inspired with mojitos and frozen drinks highlighted by Zagat. Four cocktails are available by the pitcher, and prices sit at $20–$24.
Menu strengths
- — Named cocktail menu with 11 signature drinks plus frozen options including Frozen Passionfruit and a rotating Frozen of the day.
- — Pitcher service available for The Hugo, I Love NY, Perla Tapatia, and Lavender Fields.
- — Zagat recognition for frozen cocktails and classic mojitos.
Standout selections
- — The Hugo — Elderflower, René Briand, Blanc de Blancs, Lime, Mint; available by the pitcher at $20.
- — Hugo's Martini — Belvedere, Botanist Gin, Fino Sherry, Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto, Avocado Oil at $24.
- — Oaxacan Sting — Código 1530 Mezcal, Antica Formula, Cacao Bitters, Chile de Árbol Tincture, Pamplemouse at $23.
- — Coco Frio — Havana Club Añejo Rum, Diplomatico Reserva, Pineapple, Coconut, Green Chartreuse, Lime at $23.
Pricing: Cocktails $20–$24; pitchers available for four selections; Hugo's Martini $24.
Wine
A wine menu spanning sparkling, Champagne, white, rosé, red, and Burgundy, available by the glass and bottle. A non-alcoholic sparkling wine is listed under sparkling, and bottles range from $85 to $195.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse list covering sparkling, Champagne, white, rosé, red, and Burgundy.
- — By-the-glass and bottle formats available, with some options by the glass/bottle/195 format.
- — Non-alcoholic sparkling wine (French Bloom Blanc) listed under sparkling.
Standout selections
- — Moët & Chandon Brut Réserve, FR — Champagne at $35/130.
- — Cloudy Bay, Marlborough, NZ — Sauvignon Blanc at $21/95.
- — Whispering Angel Château d'Esclans, FR — Rosé at $20/90/195.
- — Flowers, Sonoma Coast, CA — Pinot Noir at $125 per bottle.
Pricing: By the glass $18–$35; bottles $85–$195; some options by the glass/bottle/195 format.
Beer
Eight beer selections including draft and non-alcoholic options. The roster covers a USA draft, Mexican lagers, German and Belgian pilsners, an American IPA, and a non-alcoholic seasonal.
Menu strengths
- — Eight selections including draft and non-alcoholic options.; Range across Mexico, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, and the USA.
Standout selections
- — Montauk Seasonal — USA draft beer.; Lagunitas — American IPA.
- — Athletic N/A Seasonal — non-alcoholic seasonal beer, American.
Nonalcoholic
A Spirit Free section with three non-alcoholic cocktails, plus non-alcoholic sparkling wine under sparkling and Athletic N/A Seasonal under beer. Non-alcoholic cocktails are priced at $16 each.
Menu strengths
- — Three dedicated non-alcoholic cocktails priced at $16 each.
- — Non-alcoholic sparkling wine (French Bloom Blanc) listed under sparkling.
- — Athletic N/A Seasonal non-alcoholic beer listed under beer.
Standout selections
- — Skyline Garden — Seedlip Garden, Cucumber, Lime, Thyme, Elderflower Tonic at $16.
- — Watermelon Cooler — Seedlip Lime-Agave, Cold Press Watermelon, Everleaf, Yuzu-Lime Soda at $16.
- — Butterly Effect — Express Gin 0.0, Butterfly Pea, Lavender, Lemon at $16.
- — French Bloom Blanc, FR — non-alcoholic sparkling wine at $21/45.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic cocktails $16 each; French Bloom Blanc $21/45.
Spirits
A bottle list spanning vodka, gin, tequila, mezcal, bourbon, rum, Scotch, Cognac, and Champagne, with multiple expressions in tequila and mezcal. Bottle prices range from $300 to $975, and Champagne from $130 to $795.
Menu strengths
- — Bottle list across nine spirit categories including vodka, gin, tequila, mezcal, bourbon, rum, Scotch, Cognac, and Champagne.
- — Multiple expressions within tequila and mezcal categories.; Champagne bottle prices range from $130 to $795.
Standout selections
- — Don Julio 1942 — Tequila at $750.; Clase Azul Reposado — Tequila at $825.
- — Macallan 12 Year — Scotch at $595.; Vida — Mezcal at $425.
Pricing: Bottle prices $300–$975; Champagne bottles $130–$795.
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