Restaurant
Unclaimed profileCirce Restaurant & Bar - Providence
Providence, RI · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Circe’s beverage program is a study in range: a 'Potions' cocktail section with house-made ingredients, a wine list spanning continents and price points up to $499, and a scotch selection with age statements. The cocktails, from The Panty Dropper to Mamma Sporca, are the clear draw, backed by community praise. Non-alcoholic options are thoughtful, and the bottled beer list is straightforward.
- What should I order?
- Start with The Panty Dropper, a vodka-elderflower-passion fruit concoction with vegan egg white. For a savory twist, Mamma Sporca with gorgonzola-stuffed olives. If sharing, the Espresso Martini Tree at $60 is a spectacle.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative house specialties will find much to like. Wine lovers will appreciate the global selection, and scotch drinkers can explore a range of age-stated single malts.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are ideal for the full cocktail and wine experience; the extensive menu supports lingering over multiple courses or a nightcap.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $16-$17, with the Espresso Martini Tree at $60. Wines by the glass are $10-$16, bottles $35-$499. Beers are $7-$9, and non-alcoholic cocktails $14.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The 'Circe’s Potions' cocktail section features house-made ingredients like vegan egg white and fig-infused bourbon, setting it apart. The wine list’s premium labels and the dedicated non-alcoholic program add depth.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative signature cocktails with house-made ingredients, including vegan egg white and fig-infused bourbon. Notable for a wide spirit base and unique presentations.
Menu strengths
- — House-made ingredients like vegan egg white and cucumber simple elevate the cocktails.
Standout selections
- — The Panty Dropper: Tito’s vodka, elderflower, fresh lemon, passion fruit puree, vegan egg white, cranberry splash ($16).
- — Mamma Sporca: Ketel One vodka, olive brine, pepperoncini, house-stuffed gorgonzola and truffle olives ($17).
Pricing: Signature cocktails $16-$17; Espresso Martini Tree $60
Wine
Extensive wine list with global selections from Italy, France, New Zealand, and California. Includes premium labels like Dom Perignon and Opus One. Offers both by-glass and bottle service.
Menu strengths
- — Global selection with premium labels like Dom Perignon, Opus One, and Caymus.
- — By-glass options start at $10, making premium wines accessible.
Standout selections
- — Dom Perignon: priced at $450 per bottle, a premium Champagne option.
- — Peyrassol La Croix Rosé: Provence rosé at $13/glass, $44/bottle.
Pricing: Wines by the glass $10-$16; bottles $35-$499
Beer
Straightforward bottled beer list with domestic and imported favorites. Includes a non-alcoholic option. Reasonable pricing, but limited to bottles with no draft selection.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of domestic and imported beers including Blue Moon, Miller Lite, and Heineken.
Standout selections
- — Blue Moon Belgian White: Belgian white ale at $7.
- — Heineken 0.0: non-alcoholic lager at $7.
Pricing: Beers $7-$9
Nonalcoholic
Dedicated non-alcoholic cocktail section using non-alcoholic spirits like demrak gin and ritual tequila. Three options provide variety, with Bees Knees as a standout.
Menu strengths
- — Uses non-alcoholic spirits for authentic flavor.; Dedicated section with multiple choices.
Standout selections
- — Bees Knees: non-alcoholic demrak gin, lemon juice, honey simple, non-alcoholic sparkling wine ($14).
Pricing: Bees Knees $14
Spirits
Scotch whisky selection with age statements from brands like Glenmorangie, Laphroig, Balvenie, and Macallan. Prices range from $15 to $54, offering both entry-level and premium pours.
Menu strengths
- — Range from accessible blends to premium single malts.
Standout selections
- — Johnnie Walker Blue: premium blended Scotch at $54.
- — Macallan 18yr: single malt at $44.
Pricing: Scotch pours $15-$54
How it sits with the food
The cocktail menu’s savory elements, like Mamma Sporca’s olive brine and truffle, could complement rich appetizers. The wine list’s international range offers pairing flexibility, from Prosecco to bold reds.
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