Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileBlue Chip Ultra Lounge
Omaha, NE · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Blue Chip Ultra Lounge builds its program around the sports-themed Playbook cocktail list, with playful names attached to real builds: Queen of Hearts Aperol spritz, Bulleit Hole with ginger beer, and a Maple Leaf old fashioned. The spirits menu reaches deeper, stocking Blanton's and a Blue Chip barrel select, while the beer list covers draft staples and non-alcoholic options. Wine gets premium pours like Caymus and Veuve Clicquot.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Maple Leaf, a maple old fashioned that shows the bar's willingness to twist a classic. For something lighter, the Queen of Hearts Aperol spritz fits the playbook theme. Bourbon drinkers should ask for the Blue Chip Barrel Select, a house pick not found everywhere.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Sports fans will appreciate the themed cocktail names and the lineup of draft beers and seltzers for watch parties. Bourbon enthusiasts get rare pours like Blanton's and Eagle Rare. The mocktail ability noted by a customer makes it viable for a sober member of a group.
- When should I go?
- Events include watch parties and draft nights, so game time is a natural fit. The menu's party-sized spritz also suits group celebrations.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu is organized like a playbook, with sports references from Fútbol to Walk-Off. The house bourbon barrel select adds a personal touch to a top-shelf list that otherwise hits familiar premium names.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Cocktails are the centerpiece, with a lengthy menu of named originals and twists on classics. The Playbook includes Aperol spritz, margarita, old fashioned, mai tai, and long island variations, plus a martini section with espresso and dirty options. Customers mention customization and mocktails.
Menu strengths
- — The Playbook lists a broad range of styles, from a blackberry jalapeño margarita to a lavender French 75.
- — Martini section covers espresso, extra dirty with blue cheese olives, and Empress gin variations.
- — The ability to customize drinks, including mocktails stands out repeatedly.
Standout selections
- — Queen of Hearts – the house Aperol spritz.
- — Maple Leaf – a maple old fashioned.; Dirty Play – an extra dirty martini with blue cheese stuffed olives.
Wine
The wine list is organized by color and style, with downloadable menus. Whites include Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and sparkling, with named producers like Kim Crawford and Cloudy Bay. Reds span blends, Pinot Noir, Cabernet, Shiraz, and more, featuring Napa and international labels.
Menu strengths
- — Offers recognizable premium producers across both red and white lists.
- — Red list covers a wide range from Zinfandel to Cabernet Franc.
Standout selections
- — Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon – Napa Valley.; Veuve Clicquot – Champagne.
Beer
Beer is a straightforward but solid draft and bottle selection. Taps lean toward domestic light lagers plus a craft IPA, while bottles include Irish and Dutch staples. Seltzers and a cider round out the options. The program supports watch parties and draft nights.
Menu strengths
- — Draft list covers light lagers and a craft IPA, suiting a sports crowd.
- — Bottle/can range includes Guinness, Heineken, and Stella Artois.
Standout selections
- — Hazy Little Thing IPA – on tap.; Blue Moon – on tap.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic options are clearly listed on the beer menu, with five zero-proof beers including Budweiser Zero and Heineken 0.0. One customer account also mentions mocktails being available. This is a practical nod to sober drinkers.
Menu strengths
- — Lists five non-alcoholic beer brands, indicating deliberate selection.
Standout selections
- — Heineken 0.0 – non-alcoholic beer.; Blue Moon N.A. – non-alcoholic beer.
Spirits
Spirits get serious attention with a dedicated top-shelf menu. Bourbon and rye selections include Buffalo Trace, Blanton's, Eagle Rare, Weller, and a house Blue Chip Barrel Select. Tequila spans Casamigos, Don Julio, Clase Azul, and Patrón, with downloadable menus.
Menu strengths
- — Bourbon list includes sought-after names like Blanton's and Eagle Rare.
- — House barrel select adds a unique offering.; Tequila list covers both blanco and premium reposado.
Standout selections
- — Blanton's – bourbon.; Blue Chip Barrel Select – house bourbon.
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