Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileBurn by Rocky Patel Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Burn by Rocky Patel pairs a cigar lounge with a serious beverage program. Nine original cocktails ($16–$18) show creative builds, while a tiered spirits list reaches from well pours to Macallan 30 Year. Weekly specials at $10 and happy-hour discounts add value. A curated beer list and a $6 mocktail lineup round out the options.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Bourbon Cherry Vanilla Smash for a sweet-sour bourbon lift. For a stirred classic, the Angel's Envy Rye Manhattan is a solid choice. Spirit enthusiasts should ask for the Exclusive tier, where Macallan 18 Year and Clase Azul Ultra Añejo make appearances.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cigar aficionados and whiskey collectors will appreciate the deep spirits list. Cocktail drinkers seeking creative builds and value will find weekday specials and happy-hour discounts appealing. Non-drinkers are covered with a dedicated mocktail menu.
- When should I go?
- Weekday evenings for the $10 specials—Monday Mule, Tuesday Margaritas, Wednesday Old Fashioned, Thursday French 75. Happy hour is also a draw, with 50% off drinks under $14.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Signature cocktails run $16–$18; house wines are $12–$13 per glass; beers are $6–$10; mocktails are $6. Premium bottles and rare spirits climb steeply, with Caymus at $190 and Macallan 30 Year at $385.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The beverage program is built for a cigar lounge: a tiered spirits list with rare allocations, a cocktail menu that leans into bourbon and smoke-friendly flavors, and a zero-proof section that doesn't feel like an afterthought. The 30th-anniversary milestone adds a sense of legacy.
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
Nine original cocktails plus a classics list show thoughtful construction and a range of flavors. Bourbon-forward builds and refreshing spritzers cover varied tastes. Value is strong with weekly specials and happy hour discounts.
Menu strengths
- — Creative builds with fresh ingredients and balanced sweet-sour profiles.
- — Clear value incentives through happy hour and weekly $10 specials.
Standout selections
- — Bourbon Cherry Vanilla Smash – Angel's Envy Bourbon, vanilla syrup, lemon, muddled cherries ($18).
- — Tequila Old Fashioned – Patrón Reposado, simple syrup, Angostura and chocolate bitters ($18).
- — Toasted Marshmallow Espresso Martini – Stoli Vanil, Kahlúa, simple syrup ($18).
Pricing: Signature cocktails $16–$18; weekly specials $10; happy hour discounts 50% off under $14, 25% off over $15.
Wine
Wine list spans house pours to luxury bottles including Caymus, Domaine Serene, and Dom Perignon. The range covers common varietals and premium Champagne, though the program's consistency is uncertain.
Menu strengths
- — Notable premium labels add prestige.; Price points from approachable to high-end.
Standout selections
- — Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon – $190 per bottle.
- — Domaine Serene Evanstad Pinot Noir – $190 per bottle.
- — Dom Perignon – $500 per bottle.
Pricing: House wines $12–$13 per glass; premium bottles $85–$500.
Beer
Beer selection is straightforward but varied, with familiar bottles and rotating drafts including Goose Island Bourbon County. No standout craft depth, but reasonable pricing and some interesting draft picks.
Menu strengths
- — Includes a mix of domestic and craft options.
Standout selections
- — Goose Island Bourbon County – draft, $10.
- — Bell's Two Hearted – bottle, $8.
Pricing: Bottles/cans and drafts $6–$10.
Nonalcoholic
Five zero-proof cocktails at $6 each show creativity beyond usual mocktails. Options like The Velvet Smoke and Sparkling Mojito Twist are well-constructed. Non-alcoholic beer and ginger beer round out the list.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated mocktail menu with diverse flavor profiles.; Very affordable pricing at $6 per mocktail.
Standout selections
- — The Velvet Smoke – cranberry juice, lime, mint, sparkling water ($6).
- — Sparkling Mojito Twist – mint, lime, soda water, agave syrup ($6).
- — Elderflower Cooler – elderflower syrup, lemon juice, cucumber, soda water ($6).
Pricing: Mocktails $6 each; Heineken Zero $7; Fever-Tree Ginger Beer $5.
Spirits
Deep spirit list organized into five tiers, from accessible wells to rare Scotches, tequilas, and cognacs. Exclusive tier includes Macallan 30 Year at $385 and Clase Azul Ultra Añejo at $425. Strong selection for whiskey and tequila enthusiasts.
Menu strengths
- — Rare and allocated bottles in the Exclusive tier.
Standout selections
- — Macallan 18 Year – Scotch, exclusive tier, $130 per ounce.
- — Clase Azul Ultra Añejo – tequila, exclusive tier, $425.
- — Angel's Envy Rye – whiskey, ultra tier, $32.
Pricing: Well pours $8.50–$9.50; call $9–$14; premium $15–$24; ultra $25–$49; exclusive $50+.
How it sits with the food
Pair the Bourbon Cherry Vanilla Smash with a milder Connecticut wrapper. For a fuller-bodied Maduro, the Tequila Old Fashioned or Angel's Envy Rye Manhattan holds up. The Toasted Marshmallow Espresso Martini suits a dessert cigar.
Inebrious does not score kitchens, food or the restaurant overall. We review the beverage program only.
Community reviews
Anyone with a free Inebrious account can rate the drinks here. Community ratings are kept entirely separate from the Inebrious editorial score above.
No community reviews yet. Be the first to write one.