Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileCloak & Dagger
Cleveland, OH · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Cloak & Dagger's cocktail program runs on themes, currently the whiskey-centric 'Whiskey Bent & Hellbound,' with every drink at $17. The list shows real craft: wheatgrass-infused gin, sumac-infused vodka, house-made bitters, and a smoked corn-husk cocktail. Magazine named it the city's top cocktail spot in 2025. A compact wine list, canned craft beer, and a notable mocktail round out the bar.
- What should I order?
- Start with Little Darlin', a wheatgrass-infused gin cocktail with herbal liqueur and wildflower spray. For a smoky turn, Here Comes the Rooster layers whiskey and elote mezcal with corn-husk smoke. Non-alcoholic drinkers should try Smaller Acts, a spirit-free coffee and hazelnut number.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts who appreciate themed menus and technical flourishes will find plenty to explore. The $17 flat pricing simplifies decisions. Wine and beer options are limited, so those seeking deep selections in those categories may look elsewhere.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails are uniformly $17. Wines run $9 to $15 per glass, and canned beers $4 to $8. Non-alcoholic sodas and NA beers range from $3 to $7, while spirit-free cocktails are $17.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The rotating themed cocktail menus are the draw, with current 'Whiskey Bent & Hellbound' offering inventive infusions and house-made bitters. Magazine's Best of 2025 recognition underscores its reputation. The compact wine list includes a Slovenian orange wine, and the nonalcoholic program earns its own spotlight.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Themed 'Whiskey Bent & Hellbound' menu offers seven cocktails at $17 each, featuring creative infusions like wheatgrass gin and sumac vodka, house-made bitters, and elaborate garnishes. Magazine named the bar top cocktail spot in 2025.
Menu strengths
- — Rotating themes keep the menu fresh and inventive.
- — All cocktails priced uniformly at $17 simplifies ordering.
Standout selections
- — Little Darlin' – wheatgrass-infused California gin with herbal alpine liqueur and wildflower aromatic spray.
- — Here Comes the Rooster – whiskey and elote mezcal with fire-roasted sweet corn syrup, smoked with corn husk.
- — The Starred Sorrel – double rye whiskey with Mexican oregano infusion, amaro, and root beer bitters.
Pricing: $17 flat per cocktail
Wine
A compact four-bottle wine list spans Vinho Verde, Bordeaux red, Slovenian orange wine, and prosecco. Prices are reasonable, and the inclusion of orange wine adds interest.
Menu strengths
- — Small but curated selection with geographic range.; Orange wine from Slovenia is a distinctive pour.
- — Glass prices from $9 to $15 are accessible.
Standout selections
- — Dorcha – orange wine from Stajerska, Slovenia, $14.
- — Initial BC – 2020 red from Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux, $15.
Pricing: $9-$15 per glass
Beer
Five canned beers mix American classics with craft options, including local Great Lakes Mexican Lager and Prairie Artisan Slush. Prices are low, making it an easy side choice.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local Great Lakes Mexican Lager.; Affordable range from $4 to $8.
- — Craft selections like Zombie Dust and Foggy Geezer.
Standout selections
- — Great Lakes Mexican Lager – local lager, $6.
- — Three Floyds Zombie Dust – American IPA, $7.
Pricing: $4-$8 per can
Nonalcoholic
Nonalcoholic options include sodas, NA beer, NA IPA, and Jarritos. The 'Smaller Acts' mocktail, available year-round, was highlighted by Magazine. Spirit-free versions of cocktails are offered.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated mocktail with Magazine recognition.; Variety spans NA beer, NA IPA, and sodas.
Standout selections
- — Smaller Acts – coconut oil-washed vodka alternative with coffee, hazelnut, red miso, and aquafaba (spirit-free version).
Pricing: $3-$7 for sodas/NA beer; $17 for spirit-free cocktails
Spirits
The spirits program is expressed through themed cocktails rather than a standalone list. Current theme highlights whiskey-based drinks, and the menu rotates. Full bar and bottle service are noted.
Menu strengths
- — Menu includes a section for 'Whiskey Bent & Hellbound' with whiskey-based cocktails.
Standout selections
- — Menu includes a section for 'Whiskey Bent & Hellbound' with whiskey-based cocktails.
Pricing: Not separately listed; cocktails $17
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