Restaurant
Unclaimed profileBolete
Bethlehem, PA · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Bolete's beverage program is led by an extensive wine list spanning domestic and international bottles, with notable selections like Paul Lato GSM and Greco di Tufo. Cocktails earn praise from customers for their balance, with the Yellow Crown and Spring Has Sprung as recurring favorites. The beer list offers interesting drafts, and the nonalcoholic menu includes crafted mocktails. While the cocktail category rests on customer accounts, the wine program provides strong, authoritative depth.
- What should I order?
- Start with a cocktail like the Yellow Crown or Spring Has Sprung, both praised by customers for balance and innovation. For wine, consider the Greco di Tufo bottle at $60 or the GG Cab Franc at $68 for a red option. If you prefer beer, the Crop Top Pils draft is a crisp choice.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the extensive bottle list with domestic and international selections, including Italian varieties like Greco di Tufo and Amarone. Cocktail fans may find satisfaction in the inventive drinks mentioned by customers. The nonalcoholic mocktails offer options for those abstaining.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Wines by the glass are $15 to $18, bottled wines range from $52 to $225, beers are $8 to $12, and amari are around $13 to $14.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The wine program stands out for its breadth, featuring rare finds like Ferragú Amarone and Paul Lato GSM alongside local producers like Cellar Beast. The list spans from approachable by-the-glass options to high-end bottles, reflecting a serious commitment to wine.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Customers praise the cocktails as innovative and balanced, with the Yellow Crown and Spring Has Sprung specifically mentioned. One guest noted they were good enough to order a second round instead of wine, and another successfully ordered an off-menu Black Manhattan made with high-quality whisky.
Menu strengths
- — Cocktails as innovative and balanced, with one noting they were good enough to order a second round instead of wine stands out repeatedly.
- — Named cocktails like Yellow Crown and Spring Has Sprung have received positive customer mentions.
Standout selections
- — Yellow Crown – praised by customers for balance and innovation.
- — Spring Has Sprung – another customer favorite.; Black Manhattan – an off-menu order made with high-quality whisky.
Pricing: Not listed on the menu.
Wine
The wine list is extensive, with domestic and international selections. By-the-glass options include Cab Sauv, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and a Sparkling Blanc de Noir. Bottles feature notable picks like GG Cab Franc, Malandrina, Gigondas, Paul Lato GSM, and Greco di Tufo, with reds up to $225.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive wine list with both domestic and international selections.
- — Wide price range from $52 bottles to a $225 red, offering options for various budgets.
- — Includes a variety of grapes and styles from Cab Franc to Gruner Veltliner.
Standout selections
- — Greco di Tufo bottle – $60 white wine.
- — GG Cab Franc – $68 red wine.; Paul Lato GSM – $105 red wine, a higher-end selection.
Pricing: Wines by the glass from $15 to $18. Bottled reds from $60 to $225. Bottled whites from $52 to $98.
Beer
The beer list offers a mix of drafts and bottles, including Crop Top Pils, Finback IPA, Other Half Blanche, Harvest Zombie Sour, and Elder Pine Rice Lager. Prices are moderate, with most options around $9.
Menu strengths
- — Includes a variety of styles from pilsners to sours and IPAs.
- — Features well-regarded breweries like Other Half and Finback.
Standout selections
- — Crop Top Pils DRAFT – $9 draft.; Finback IPA DRAFT – $9 draft.
Pricing: Beers range from $8 to $12.
Nonalcoholic
The nonalcoholic menu is robust, with mocktails like That One Time and Tropical Gardens at $14, plus flavored NA beverages such as cantaloupe mint, peach honey, and cherry lime at $7. Organic teas and coffee are also available.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated NA section with a variety of options beyond standard sodas.
- — Includes several mocktails at a competitive price point.
Standout selections
- — That One Time – $14 mocktail.; Tropical Gardens – $14 mocktail.
Pricing: NA beverages range from $2.50 to $14.
Spirits
The spirits selection focuses on amari and digestifs, including Fernet Branca, Cynar Ricetta, Averna Siciliano Amaro, and Apertivo Mazzura, though some are out of stock. Liquor modification options include Fords, Plymouth, and Reyka, among others.
Menu strengths
- — Offers a select range of amari and digestifs for after-dinner drinking.
- — Includes premium vodka and gin options for cocktails.
Standout selections
- — Fernet Branca – $13 amaro.; Cynar Ricetta – $13 amaro.
- — Averna Siciliano Amaro – $14 amaro (out of stock).
Pricing: Amari and digestifs priced around $13 to $14.
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