Bar
Unclaimed profileCana Wine Bar
Denver, CO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Cana Wine Bar balances a classic cocktail list with a rotating, owner-curated wine program spanning France, Spain, Italy, Argentina, and Colorado. Pours are affordable, with glasses from $9 to $14 and bottles up to $53, plus Monday happy hour deals at $7 and $28. The Rocky Mountain Mule and a flexible cocktail menu show local character, while the wine flights draw praise.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Rocky Mountain Mule, made with Colorado Vodka Co., ginger, and key lime. For wine, try the Maison L'Envoye Beaujolais by the glass or a flight if available. The Manhattan, with a choice of bourbon or rye, is a solid classic.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts seeking a rotating, owner-curated list with international variety will find much to like. Cocktail purists will appreciate the classic-focused menu and the option to request something off-list.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $10-$12. Wine by the glass is $9-$14, with bottles $34-$53. Happy hour specials drop select wine to $7 a glass and $28 a bottle.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The wine list rotates and is curated by the owner, with a focus on quality and knowledge. Local spirits like Colorado Vodka Co. And Spring 44 Mountain Gin appear in cocktails, and the menu encourages custom requests.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A well-executed classic cocktail list with a few local twists, priced reasonably. The menu invites custom requests, adding flexibility. Standouts include the Rocky Mountain Mule and a Manhattan with bourbon or rye choice.
Menu strengths
- — Classic cocktails with local touches like Colorado vodka.
Standout selections
- — Rocky Mountain Mule: Colorado Vodka Co., ginger, falernum, key lime, soda.
- — Manhattan: Bourbon or rye with Dolin sweet vermouth.
Pricing: Cocktails $10-$12.
Wine
A rotating, owner-curated wine list with international breadth and strong value. Highlights include Beaujolais, Côtes du Rhône, and Spanish Mencia. Happy hour and fat pour promotions enhance accessibility.
Menu strengths
- — Rotating selections from France, Spain, Italy, Argentina, and Colorado.
- — Happy hour and fat pour promotions offer strong value.
Standout selections
- — Maison L'Envoye Beaujolais, France - Gamay Noir ($12/45).
- — Domaine Rouge Garance 'Feuille' Côtes du Rhône - Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault ($10/38).
- — Alvarez di Toledo Bierzo, Spain - Mencia ($11/42).
Pricing: Wine by the glass $9-$14; bottles $34-$53. Happy hour $7 glasses, $28 bottles.
Spirits
Spirits appear integrated into cocktails rather than as a standalone list. Selection includes dark rum, bourbon, rye, gin, and Colorado vodka, used in classics like the Manhattan and Negroni.
Menu strengths
- — Local spirits like Colorado Vodka Co. And Spring 44 Mountain Gin featured.
- — Classic cocktails showcase spirit flexibility (bourbon or rye).
Standout selections
- — Spring 44 Mountain Gin in the Negroni and White Negroni.
- — Bourbon or rye choice in the Manhattan.
How it sits with the food
While food is not detailed, the wine list's regional diversity—Beaujolais, Côtes du Rhône, and Spanish Mencia—suggests pairings with charcuterie or light meats. The Moscato could complement desserts.
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