Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileCooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
Wesley Chapel, FL · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant runs a beverage program anchored by award-winning in-house wines and a sprawling cocktail list that leans on bourbon and tequila. The Wine Club adds a loyalty layer, while spirit-free cocktails and NA beers give nondrinkers real choices. Expect chain-wide consistency rather than local character; the wine tasting room and flights are the main draw.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Cooper's Hawk Lux Pinot Noir or the Curated Icons Cabernet Sauvignon from Cakebread Cellars. For cocktails, the Bin 61 Sour or PBJ Old Fashioned show off the bar's range. The Night Lite mocktail is a standout for a spirit-free option.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine club members and casual drinkers alike will find depth here. The extensive cocktail menu and mocktail list make it easy for groups with mixed preferences. Beer drinkers have a few local options, but the focus is clearly on wine and cocktails.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour, dubbed Wine O'Clock, offers cocktails at $8 each—a solid time to sample the bar. Wine Club members get monthly tastings, and brunch brings a Bloody Mary with a local beer sidecar.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Specialty cocktails run $13–$17; wine by the glass spans $10.25–$18.75, and bottles range from about $19 to $125. Wine O'Clock cocktails are $8, and NA beers are $6.25. A wine club membership starts at $25.25 per month.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The in-house Cooper's Hawk Lux line has earned Double Gold at Indy International, and the Curated Icons collaboration with Cakebread Cellars adds prestige. The Wine Club provides monthly tastings and exclusive wines. The PBJ Old Fashioned, with peanut butter whiskey and a sweet red wine sidecar, is a signature twist.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A broad, creative list: mules, margaritas, old fashioneds, and martinis, plus lower-alcohol Life Balance options. Happy hour offers solid value at $8.
Menu strengths
- — Creative range from PBJ Old Fashioned to Spiced Watermelon Paloma
Standout selections
- — Bin 61 Sour: Woodford Reserve Bourbon, lemon sour, Nightjar
- — PBJ Old Fashioned: WhistlePig 6-Year, Skrewball, chocolate bitters, sweet red wine sidecar
- — Bee's Knees Highball: Beefeaters Gin, honey syrup, lemon juice, soda
Pricing: Specialty cocktails $13–$17; Wine O'Clock cocktails $8
Wine
Award-winning in-house wines, a broad varietal range, and a curated Icons series. Tasting room flights and Wine Club tastings make it accessible.
Menu strengths
- — Cooper's Hawk Lux wines have won Double Gold at Indy International
- — Extensive portfolio from sparkling to dessert wines; Curated Icons collaboration with Cakebread Cellars
Standout selections
- — Cooper's Hawk Lux Pinot Noir: ripe red fruit, earthy, long spicy finish
- — Cooper's Hawk Lux Cabernet Sauvignon: wild blackberries, vanilla, coffee, spice
- — Curated Icons Cabernet Sauvignon: collaboration with Cakebread Cellars
Pricing: Wine by the glass $10.25–$18.75; bottles $18.99–$124.99
Beer
Standard draft and bottle list with a local craft selection. NA options are a plus. Beer plays a supporting role to wine and cocktails.
Menu strengths
- — Offers NA beer options like Heineken 0.0 and Athletic Brewing
Standout selections
- — Cooper's Hawk Ale by Goose Island
- — Cigar City Jai Alai IPA; Heineken 0.0
Pricing: Draft $7.50–$8.50; bottles $6.00–$7.00; NA $6.25
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated spirit-free menu with creative options like Passion & Spice and The Spa. Vivanté! Sparkling adds a festive touch.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated spirit-free cocktail menu; Vivanté! Line offers alcohol-free sparkling beverages
Standout selections
- — Night Lite: Seedlip Spice 94, cold brew, black sugar syrup, vanilla
- — Passion & Spice: pineapple, passion fruit, jalapeño, lime, Tajín
Pricing: Night Lite $12.99; Vivanté! $10.75/glass; NA beer $6.25
Spirits
Spirits are showcased through a varied cocktail program, from bourbon-heavy old fashioneds to vodka martinis. No standalone spirits list, but selection is broad.
Menu strengths
- — Wide variety of spirits used in cocktails; Includes non-alcoholic spirit alternatives like Seedlip
- — Brunch features premium brands like Casamigos and Ketel One
Standout selections
- — Espresso Classico: Absolut Vanilia, Caffè Borghetti, cold brew
- — Cooper's Hawk Ranch Water: Casamigos Blanco, lime, passion fruit
Pricing: Specialty cocktails $13–$17; brunch cocktails $13–$16
How it sits with the food
The menu pairs cocktails and wine with food; guests note the drinks pair well with the food. The Bloody Mary comes with a skewer of aged cheddar, andouille, and shrimp, plus a local craft beer sidecar—an all-in-one pairing.
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