Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileBlood & Sand
St. Louis, MO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Blood & Sand pairs a musically named cocktail menu with a deep wine list that spans by-the-glass pours, rare large formats, and 14 rosés. The house Blood & Sand cocktail anchors a program that also embraces zero-proof drinkers. Beer is a modest but curated side note. A nationally recognized beverage destination in St. Louis, it rewards both cocktail enthusiasts and wine nerds.
- What should I order?
- Start with the House Blood & Sand ($16), a balanced mix of Monkey Shoulder, Cherry Heering, and Cocchi di Torino. For something lighter, try the zero-proof Wandering Star ($15) or a glass of 2023 Schafer Frohlich Estate Riesling ($18). Splurge on a large format like the Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut magnum ($260) for a celebration.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail aficionados seeking inventive, themed drinks will find much to explore. Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the detailed tasting notes and rare bottles. Non-alcoholic drinkers are well served with creative zero-proof options. Those looking for a quick beer may be less impressed by the limited selection.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are ideal for enjoying the full cocktail and wine experience. The tasting menu with wine pairing suggests a special occasion visit. Since some guests have noted slow drink service, allow ample time for a leisurely evening.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $12 to $32, with member pricing typically $2 less. Wines by the glass start at $10, with large format bottles reaching $1,578. Beers are $6-$10, and zero-proof cocktails are $12-$16.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu is a pop-culture playlist, with each drink named after a song and built from ambitious ingredients like pistachio orgeat and green chile vodka. The wine list is equally distinctive, offering tasting notes for every bottle and a separate pink wine list with 14 rosés. Membership pricing adds a layer of exclusivity.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative, extensive cocktail menu with themed names and diverse ingredients. Includes classics and zero-proof options.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse cocktail menu with creative ingredients and thematic naming.
Standout selections
- — House Blood & Sand - Monkey Shoulder Whisky, Cherry Heering, Cocchi di Torino, Acidulated Orange Juice ($16)
- — Raspberry Beret – The Botanist Gin, St. Germaine, Mathilde Framboise, Lemon, Mint Syrup ($23)
Pricing: $12-$32, with member pricing typically $2 less
Wine
Comprehensive wine list with global selections, detailed tasting notes, and large format options. Includes a dedicated pink wine list and wine-nerd sections.
Menu strengths
- — Comprehensive wine list with global selections and detailed tasting notes.
- — Includes rare and large format bottles for enthusiasts.
Standout selections
- — 2019 Chateau d'Esclans Garrus Rosé – Cotes de Provence, France ($211)
- — N.V. Bollinger 'Special Cuvée' Brut (MAGNUM) – Champagne, France ($260)
- — 2016 Arnaldo Caprai 'Cinquant' Anni' – Montefalco Sagrantino, Umbria, Italy ($398)
Pricing: By-the-glass $10-$45, large format $220-$1,578, pink wines $32-$211
Beer
Small but curated beer list with 9 craft and imported options, including a non-alcoholic choice. Prices are reasonable, but selection is limited compared to other categories.
Menu strengths
- — Curated selection of craft and imported beers.; Includes a non-alcoholic beer option.
Standout selections
- — Birra Menabrea SpA Ambrata – Vienna Red Lager, 5% ABV ($10)
- — Logboat Brewing Co Rocket Shark – Azacca Wakka IPA, 7.4% ABV ($6)
- — Deschutes Brewery Patagonia Organic Golden NA – Non-Alcoholic ($6)
Pricing: $6-$10
Nonalcoholic
Strong non-alcoholic program with creative zero-proof cocktails and wine/beer alternatives. Priced competitively, offering variety for abstainers.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple zero-proof cocktail options with creative ingredients.; Includes non-alcoholic wine and beer alternatives.
Standout selections
- — Wandering Star – Seedlip Grove 42, Lime Leaf Syrup, Grapefruit Juice, Orange Flower Water ($15)
- — Ventura Highway – Watermelon Agua Fresca, Lime Juice, Codorniu Zero Sparkling ($12)
- — NV Codorniu Zero Sparkling White – Alcohol Free ($10)
Pricing: Zero-proof cocktails $12-$16, non-alcoholic wine $10, non-alcoholic beer $6
Spirits
Spirits are showcased through a diverse cocktail menu, featuring whisky, rum, gin, tequila, vodka, and more. No dedicated spirits list, but the range is impressive.
Menu strengths
- — Cocktail menu showcases diverse spirits including whisky, rum, gin, tequila, mezcal, vodka, and cachaça.
Standout selections
- — House Blood & Sand – Monkey Shoulder Whisky, Cherry Heering, Cocchi di Torino
- — Planted a Thought – St. George Green Chile Vodka, Ancho Reyes Poblano Liqueur
- — This is How We Do It – Michter's US*1 Straight Rye, Lillet Blanc, Cointreau
Pricing: Not separately priced; featured in cocktails
How it sits with the food
A 5-course tasting menu with optional wine pairing is available, suggesting a serious food-and-wine program. The wine list's tasting notes are designed to guide pairings. Guests have noted that wine pairing is available and that the wines are tasty, though some may not fully appreciate the pairings without wine expertise.
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