Restaurant
Unclaimed profileCentral Flats and Taps
Knoxville, TN
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
Research completed 2026-09-07 · Based on current public sources
Editor: Micah Rousey
Review methodology and evidence standardsThe editorial take
Central Flats and Taps runs a cocktail list that leans on house-infused spirits and house-made mixes, with prices mostly between $6 and $8.50. The Bushwacker comes in Lil Bush and Big Bush sizes with flavor and floater add-ons. Wine is available by glass or bottle, and Tuesday brings 25% off bottles. The beer menu claims over 50 local, craft, domestic, and import options.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Bushwacker, available as a Lil Bush ($6) or Big Bush ($8), with optional flavor and floaters. For a more composed drink, the Central Smash pairs muddled lemon and mint with blackberry moonshine and house-made sour. The Bloody Maria layers house-infused spicy pepper tequila with a splash of Guinness.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who favor affordable, creative cocktails with a casual edge will find plenty to like. Beer drinkers can explore a wide draft and bottle selection, while those avoiding alcohol have several nonalcoholic craft options.
- When should I go?
- Tuesday brings 25% off wine bottles and $1 off wine by the glass. Wednesday is Pint Night with $1 off draft beer, and Thursday offers $1 off all whiskey. Sunday features a $6 double Mimosa.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $6 to $8.50. Wine by the glass is $5 to $9, with bottles $24 to $29. Bottled and canned beers range from $3 to $8.50. Nonalcoholic options are $4 to $5.75.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail program uses house-infused spirits and house-made mixes across a long list, including a dedicated Bushwacker menu with size, flavor, and floater choices. The Bloody Maria combines spicy pepper tequila with a splash of Guinness. Nightly specials rotate from wine discounts to pint night to whiskey deals.
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
A broad cocktail list relies on house-infused spirits and house-made mixes. Prices stay low across creative drinks like the Central Smash, Bloody Maria, The Oaxacan, and a No-Kno 75. The Bushwacker is offered in two sizes with flavor and floater options.
Menu strengths
- — House-infused spirits appear in several drinks, including the Bloody Maria and Sweet and Spicy Margarita.
- — House-made sours and mixes are used across the list, from the Central Smash to The Oaxacan.
- — The Bushwacker comes in Lil Bush and Big Bush sizes with flavor add-ons and floaters.
Standout selections
- — Bushwacker ($6-$8) in Lil Bush or Big Bush, with optional flavor and floaters.
- — Central Smash ($7.50) with muddled lemon, mint, and blackberry moonshine.
- — Bloody Maria ($7.50) with house-infused spicy pepper tequila and a splash of Guinness.
- — No-Kno 75 ($8) with gin, elderberry liqueur, lemon, and champagne.
Pricing: $6 - $8.50
Wine
Wine is straightforward but fairly priced, with red, white, and sparkling options by the glass and bottle. Selections include Bota Box, Nucos, Autoritas, and Ruffino. Tuesday special offers 25% off bottles and $1 off glasses.
Menu strengths
- — Offers both by-the-glass and bottle formats across red, white, and sparkling.
- — Tuesday special takes 25% off bottles and $1 off glasses.
- — Glass prices start at $5, with bottles from $24.
Standout selections
- — Nucos Pinot Noir ($7 glass / $24 bottle)
- — Autoritas Merlot ($8 glass / $26 bottle); Ruffino Pinot Grigio ($9 glass / $29 bottle)
Pricing: $5 - $9 glass; $24 - $29 bottle
Beer
The beer list claims to pour over 50 local, craft, domestic, and import options, with bottled and canned beers priced from $3 to $8.50. Wednesday Pint Night offers $1 off drafts.
Menu strengths
- — Menu advertises more than 50 local, craft, domestic, and import beers.
- — Bottled and canned prices range from $3 to $8.50, with many affordable options.
- — Wednesday Pint Night takes $1 off draft beer.
Standout selections
- — Menu lists a wide selection of bottled and canned beers, including domestic, craft, and import options.
Pricing: $3 - $8.50
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated nonalcoholic section features craft NA beers including Lagunitas IPNA, Lagunitas Hoppy Refresher, Athletic Brewing Golden Ale, and Athletic Brewing IPA. Prices run $4 to $5.75, and the menu directs guests to ask about more options.
Menu strengths
- — Offers several named nonalcoholic craft beers from Lagunitas and Athletic Brewing.
- — The menu invites guests to ask servers about additional nonalcoholic options.
Standout selections
- — Lagunitas IPNA ($5.25); Athletic Brewing Golden Ale ($5.75)
Pricing: $4 - $5.75
Spirits
Cocktails use a range of spirits, from vodka to mezcal and whiskey.; Cocktails use a range of spirits including vodka, tequila, mezcal, gin, rum, and whiskey.
Menu strengths
- — Cocktails use a range of spirits, from vodka to mezcal and whiskey.
Standout selections
- — Cocktails use a range of spirits including vodka, tequila, mezcal, gin, rum, and whiskey.
Pricing: Whiskey special: $1 off Thursdays
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