Restaurant
Unclaimed profileCowboys & Cadillacs Upscale Dining & Rooftop Bar
New Braunfels, TX · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Cowboys & Cadillacs builds its bar around a deep cocktail list, a dedicated Old Fashioned section with an exclusive barrel pick, and house-infused spirits. The wine program spans accessible glasses to premium Champagne, and zero-proof options include cannabis-infused sprits. Expect creative, well-priced drinks rather than a minimalist approach.
- What should I order?
- Start with The Cowboy Old Fashioned, made with the venue's exclusive barrel pick, agave, and orange bitters at $22. For a lighter option, the Blueberry Denim Mojito uses their house blueberry rum. House-infused spirits are worth exploring at $12 each.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who like creative cocktails and a dedicated Old Fashioned menu will find plenty to explore. The house-infused spirits and whiskey dinner events appeal to spirit enthusiasts. The zero-proof cannabis sprits offer something for those skipping alcohol.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Signature cocktails run $14-$15, Old Fashioneds $16-$22, frozen drinks $13, and house-infused spirits $12 each. Wines by the glass cost $8-$12, with bottles from $40 to $650. Zero-proof drinks are $5-$8.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A dedicated Old Fashioned section featuring an exclusive barrel pick and a lineup of house-infused spirits—blueberry rum, strawberry lemon vodka, pineapple tequila, honey pecan bourbon—set the program apart. The venue also hosts Still Austin Whiskey Dinners.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail menu spans signature creations, a dedicated Old Fashioned section, and frozen drinks. House-infused spirits feature prominently, and prices are moderate. Guest feedback is mixed, with one reviewer praising the drinks and another finding them average.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive signature list with creative ingredients.; Dedicated Old Fashioned section featuring an exclusive barrel pick.
Standout selections
- — The Cowboy Old Fashioned — exclusive barrel pick, agave, orange bitters ($22)
- — Blueberry Denim Mojito — house blueberry rum, fresh mint, club soda ($14)
- — Flaming Cadillac — Still Austin Bourbon, Midori, Grand Marnier ($15)
Pricing: Signature cocktails $14-$15; Old Fashioneds $16-$22; frozen drinks $13
Wine
The wine list covers sparkling, white, and red categories, from accessible glasses to premium Champagne. It includes a range of international and domestic producers, with by-the-glass options starting at $8 and bottles up to $650 for Cristal.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse selection across sparkling, white, and red categories.
- — Premium Champagne options include Taittinger and Cristal.; By-the-glass range from $8 to $12 offers value.
Standout selections
- — Louis Roederer Cristal Brut Champagne ($650); Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon ($160)
- — Poema Organic Cava ($12 glass / $44 bottle)
Pricing: Glasses $8-$12; bottles $40-$650
Nonalcoholic
The zero-proof section is small but functional, offering two cannabis-infused sprits and a non-alcoholic beer. Prices are modest, with the sprits at $8 and the beer at $5.
Menu strengths
- — Cannabis-infused sprits provide a novel non-alcoholic option.; Heineken Zero offers a familiar choice at a low price.
Standout selections
- — Pamos Cannabis (5mg) Sprit ($8); Howdy Cannabis (5mg) Sprit ($8)
Pricing: Zero proof drinks $5-$8
Spirits
The spirits program centers on house infusions—blueberry rum, strawberry lemon vodka, pineapple tequila, and honey pecan bourbon—available at $12. The venue also hosts Still Austin Whiskey Dinner events, showcasing bourbons from that distillery.
Menu strengths
- — Four house-infused spirits provide a distinctive selection.; Still Austin Whiskey Dinner events highlight bourbon pairings.
Standout selections
- — Honey Pecan Bourbon (house infusion, $12); Pineapple Tequila (house infusion, $12)
Pricing: House infusions $12 each
How it sits with the food
One customer noted that an Old Fashioned paired well with a burger, suggesting the cocktails hold up to hearty food.
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