Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileCooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
Town and Country, MO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant runs a beverage program built on a serious wine portfolio, with award-winning Cooper’s Hawk Lux labels and a Wine Club that adds monthly tastings. The cocktail list is broad, from a PBJ Old Fashioned to a Bloody Mary with a sidecar of beer, and Life Balance options lower the alcohol without cutting flavor. Wine O’Clock and Vivanté! Non-alcoholic wines extend the reach.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Bin 61 Sour, a Woodford Reserve bourbon sour with Nightjar. For a showpiece, the PBJ Old Fashioned pairs WhistlePig bourbon with peanut butter whiskey and a sweet red wine sidecar. Wine Club members can explore the Curated Icons Cabernet from Cakebread Cellars.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine Club members and enthusiasts will appreciate the award-winning wines and tasting room. Cocktail fans can explore creative options like the Spiced Watermelon Paloma. Those seeking lower-alcohol or non-alcoholic choices have dedicated menus, from Life Balance cocktails to Vivanté! Sparkling alternatives.
- When should I go?
- Wine O’Clock happy hour is a good time to sample cocktails at reduced prices, including the Bee’s Knees Highball. Wine Club events and monthly wine features offer reasons to visit throughout the year.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Specialty cocktails range from $13 to $17, while Wine O’Clock options start at $8. Wines by the glass run $10.25 to $16.25, and bottles from $18.99 to $124.99. Non-alcoholic Vivanté! Is $10.75 per glass.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The program is anchored by an award-winning in-house wine portfolio, with Cooper’s Hawk Lux earning Double Gold and Platinum. Master Sommelier Emily Wines lends expertise, and the Wine Club provides monthly tastings. The Life Balance and Vivanté! Lines show a commitment to mindful drinking.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A broad list spans classics and originals, from the Strawberry Mule to the PBJ Old Fashioned. Life Balance cocktails offer lower-alcohol options. Sangrias and martinis round out the selection, with positive community feedback on bar service.
Menu strengths
- — Creative and classic options, including the PBJ Old Fashioned with peanut butter whiskey and chocolate bitters.
- — Life Balance cocktails cater to mindful drinking with lower alcohol and calories.
- — Guests praise the bar staff for wonderful service and recommendations.
Standout selections
- — PBJ Old Fashioned – WhistlePig 6-Year Bourbon, Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, chocolate bitters, amarena cherry, orange, sweet red wine sidecar.
- — Bin 61 Sour – Woodford Reserve Bourbon, lemon sour, Nightjar.
- — Cooper’s Hawk Bloody Mary – Tito’s Vodka, skewer with cheddar, andouille, shrimp, bleu cheese olive, sidecar of local craft beer.
Pricing: Specialty cocktails $13–$17; Wine O’Clock from $8
Wine
An award-winning portfolio with Cooper’s Hawk Lux earning Double Gold and Platinum. The list spans international varietals, with a Curated Icons collaboration with Cakebread Cellars. Wine Club adds monthly tastings and member benefits.
Menu strengths
- — Award-winning Cooper’s Hawk Lux wines with numerous accolades.
- — Curated Icons series includes a collaboration with Cakebread Cellars.
- — Wine Club offers monthly selections, tastings, and member benefits.
Standout selections
- — Cooper’s Hawk Lux Cabernet Sauvignon – full-bodied with wild blackberries, vanilla, coffee, and spice.
- — Curated Icons Cabernet Sauvignon – Cakebread Cellars collaboration, $124.99 per bottle.
- — Cooper’s Hawk Lux Sparkling – Bordeaux, France, with Granny Smith apple and citrus notes.
Pricing: Wines by the glass $10.25–$16.25; bottles $18.99–$124.99
Beer
A solid but conventional beer list with draft options including Cooper’s Hawk Ale by Goose Island and a local craft selection. Bottled choices cover domestic, premium, and craft, plus non-alcoholic options.
Menu strengths
- — Draft includes a house ale from Goose Island and a local craft selection.
- — Bottled list spans domestic to craft IPAs like Cigar City Jai Alai.
- — Non-alcoholic options include Heineken 0.0 and Athletic Brewing Run Wild NA IPA.
Standout selections
- — Cooper’s Hawk Ale by Goose Island – draft, $8.50.
- — Cigar City Jai Alai IPA – bottled craft option.
- — Athletic Brewing Run Wild NA IPA – non-alcoholic.
Pricing: Draft $7.50–$8.50; bottles $6.00–$7.00; NA beer $6.25
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated spirit-free cocktail section includes the Night Lite with Seedlip. Vivanté! Non-alcoholic wines offer bubbly and peach options. NA beers and fresh lemonade round out the selection.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated spirit-free cocktails with Seedlip and fresh ingredients.
- — Non-alcoholic beer options from Heineken and Athletic Brewing.
Standout selections
- — Night Lite – Seedlip Spice 94, cold brew, black sugar syrup, vanilla, half & half.
- — Vivanté! Bubbly Blanc – alcohol-free sparkling wine alternative.
- — Cooper’s Hawk No-Mosa – Vivanté! Bubbly Blanc with fresh orange juice.
Pricing: Night Lite $12.99; Vivanté! Glass $10.75; NA beer $6.25
Spirits
Premium spirits feature prominently across the cocktail list, including bourbons like Woodford Reserve and WhistlePig, vodkas from Tito’s and Grey Goose, and tequilas from Casamigos. No dedicated spirits menu, but the range is evident.
Menu strengths
- — Premium brands like WhistlePig, Knob Creek, and Grey Goose are used.
- — Life Balance cocktails use quality spirits like Casamigos Blanco and Ketel One.
Standout selections
- — PBJ Old Fashioned – WhistlePig 6-Year Bourbon and Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey.
- — (212) Manhattan – Knob Creek Bourbon and Carpano Antica.
- — Dark Chocolate Martini – Grey Goose, dark chocolate liqueur, Baileys.
Pricing: Spirit-forward cocktails $13–$17
How it sits with the food
The Bloody Mary comes with a skewer of aged cheddar, andouille, and shrimp, suggesting a food-friendly approach. The PBJ Old Fashioned’s sweet red wine sidecar could complement rich desserts. The wine list’s international range offers pairing flexibility across the menu.
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