Restaurant
Unclaimed profileCorktown Taphouse
Detroit, MI · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Corktown Taphouse runs a multi-format beverage program: a mixologist-driven cocktail bar with seasonal rotations, an 18-wine tap wall, and 76+ self-serve taps covering beer, cider, and more. Guided tastings extend into spirits like tequila and bourbon. The range is the draw, but the cocktails and wines show the most polish.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Old Fashioned for a handcrafted classic, or the Mojito for a refreshing counterpoint. On the wine side, the Faust Cabernet Sauvignon delivers dark fruit and chocolate-tinged power, while the Benton Lane Pinot Noir offers an earthy, soft alternative.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who like choice will find plenty: cocktail fans can explore mixologist-crafted signatures, wine enthusiasts can sample from 18 taps, and beer lovers can work through 58 styles on a self-serve wall.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The self-serve tap wall with 76+ taps and 18 wines lets you sample by the ounce, while the cocktail program leans on local spirits and creative twists. Guided tasting events for wine and spirits add a structured layer to the otherwise free-form setup.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A full cocktail bar with mixologist-crafted signatures and classics. Seasonal rotations keep the menu current, and drinks lean on local spirits with creative twists. Named classics include the Old Fashioned and Mojito.
Menu strengths
- — Mixologist-crafted signatures and classic favorites show a serious cocktail approach.
- — Seasonal rotations keep the cocktail menu fresh and current.
- — Use of local spirits and creative twists adds a distinct regional character.
Standout selections
- — Old Fashioned — handcrafted classic cocktail.; Mojito — refreshing classic cocktail.
Wine
Eighteen wines on tap provide broad variety, backed by guided tasting events. A Napa Valley tasting dinner spotlights five wines, from Illumination Sauvignon Blanc to Faust Cabernet Sauvignon.
Menu strengths
- — 18 wines on tap offer accessible, rotating variety.
- — Guided wine tasting events, including a Napa Valley dinner, add educational depth.
- — The five-wine Napa lineup shows a curated selection.
Standout selections
- — Illumination Sauvignon Blanc — electric citrus and herbal lift.
- — Benton Lane Pinot Noir — earthy, savory, and soft.
- — Faust Cabernet Sauvignon — dark fruit, structure, chocolate-tinged power.
Beer
A self-serve tap wall features 76+ taps of craft beers, hard ciders, and more, spanning 58 beer styles. The by-the-ounce format encourages exploration without committing to a full pour.
Menu strengths
- — 76+ taps provide deep beer and cider variety.
- — 58 beer styles cover a wide spectrum within the tap wall.
Standout selections
- — Tapwall features 76+ taps of craft beers, hard ciders, and more.
Spirits
These events add an educational component to the broader program.; Guided tasting experiences explore spirits like tequila and bourbon.
Menu strengths
- — Guided tasting experiences explore spirits like tequila and bourbon.
- — Spirits are included on the tap wall, offering unusual access.
Standout selections
- — Guided tasting experiences explore spirits like tequila and bourbon.
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