Restaurant
Unclaimed profileCeltic Crossing Irish Pub
Memphis, TN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Celtic Crossing Irish Pub pours an impressive whiskey collection—over 100 selections from Ireland, Scotland, Japan, and North America—alongside a 15-tap draft list heavy on Irish staples and locals. The specialty cocktail menu runs to ten creative, Irish-themed drinks, though quality is uneven. Wine is modest but affordable. A craft-your-own Old Fashioned and whiskey flights add interactive appeal. This is a spirits-first pub where the whiskey list is the main event.
- What should I order?
- Start with a whiskey flight to sample three selections. The craft-your-own Old Fashioned lets you choose bitters and sweetener. For something lighter, try the Irish Mule or a house wine. Brunch offers $7 Bloody Marys and mimosas.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Whiskey enthusiasts will find a deep, varied list. Beer drinkers can explore Irish classics and local craft. Cocktail fans may appreciate the creative menu, but should temper expectations given reported inconsistency.
- When should I go?
- Brunch is a good time for $7 Bloody Marys and mimosas. Trivia nights on Wednesdays and Sundays add a casual draw.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Whiskey pours range from $4 to $111, with flights slightly less. House wine is $6 a glass; most wines under $10. Brunch cocktails are $7. Cocktail and beer prices are not listed on menus.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The whiskey list is the clear standout—over 100 bottles from four regions, including rare finds like Old Rip Van Winkle 10 and Macallan 18. Whiskey flights and a build-your-own Old Fashioned set it apart from typical pub fare.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative Irish-themed specialty cocktails, some frozen, plus a craft-your-own Old Fashioned. Pricing is opaque for most drinks, and community feedback is mixed.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse specialty cocktail list with creative Irish-themed options.
Standout selections
- — Galway Storm: Tullamore D.E.W., Goslings Dark Rum, Pineapple Juice, Lime, Demerara Syrup, Angostura Bitters.
- — Irish Mule: Tullamore D.E.W., Ginger Beer, Lime Juice.
- — Elderflower Gimlet: Tito's, Fresh Muddled Cucumber, Lime, Elderflower Tonic.
Pricing: No prices listed on specialty cocktail menu; brunch cocktails $7; craft Old Fashioned base $6 plus whiskey.
Wine
Compact wine list with 9 options, mostly California, plus a sparkling. Reasonable pricing, with several glasses under $10. Happy hour discount applies.
Menu strengths
- — Reasonable wine pricing with several options under $10 per glass.
- — Includes both domestic and imported wines.; Happy hour discount on wine.
Standout selections
- — Mezzacorona Pinot Grigio (Italy) - $10 glass / $38 bottle.
- — Trivento Reserve Malbec (Argentina) - $10 glass / $34 bottle.
Pricing: Glass prices $7-$10; bottles $28-$38; house wine $6/glass or $19/bottle.
Beer
Solid draft lineup of 15 beers/ciders, including Guinness, Smithwick's, Harp, and Magners, plus local craft and canned options. Quality control concerns noted in one review.
Menu strengths
- — Wide variety of drafts including Irish staples and local craft beers.
- — Includes non-alcoholic beer option (Guinness Zero).; Happy hour discount on drafts.
Standout selections
- — Guinness (Draft); Smithwick's (Draft); Magners Irish Cider (Draft)
Pricing: No specific beer prices listed; happy hour offers $2.50 off drafts.
Nonalcoholic
Offers a handful of non-alcoholic options, including mocktails and NA beer. Limited variety compared to alcoholic offerings.
Menu strengths
- — Offers several non-alcoholic options including mocktails and NA beer.
Pricing: No prices listed for non-alcoholic beverages.
Spirits
Exceptional whiskey list with over 100 selections across Ireland, Scotland, Japan, and North America. Includes rare and high-end bottlings. Whiskey flights encourage exploration.
Menu strengths
- — Exceptional whiskey selection with rare and high-end options.
- — Whiskey flights allow tasting multiple selections.; Community recognition of whiskey list.
Standout selections
- — Redbreast 12 (Irish Whiskey) - $14 pour / $10 flight.
- — Yamazaki 12 (Japanese Whiskey) - $24 pour / $17 flight.
- — Macallan 18 (Scotch) - $44 pour / $30 flight.
- — Old Rip Van Winkle 10 (Bourbon) - $68 pour / $45 flight.
Pricing: Whiskey pours range $4-$111; flight pours generally $1-2 less.
How it sits with the food
Irish pub classics like shepherd's pie or fish and chips would pair with a stout like Guinness or an Irish whiskey. The $7 brunch cocktails suggest a match with hearty breakfast dishes.
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