Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileCowford Chophouse
Jacksonville, FL · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Cowford Chophouse's beverage program is a study in contrasts: a compact dessert cocktail list, a curated dessert wine and port selection, and a serious cognac collection that includes Louis XIII. The Ultimate Espresso Martini and Velvet Bluebird anchor the cocktails, while Taylor tawny ports and Sauternes show range. The spirits program, with its rare Louis XIII pours, is the clear standout.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Ultimate Espresso Martini ($13) for a dessert-ready cocktail. For wine, the Fèlsina Vin Santo del Chianti Classico ($22) offers a classic Tuscan finish. For a splurge, the Louis XIII de Rémy Martin at 0.5 oz ($155) is a once-in-a-while pour.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Guests with a sweet tooth and a taste for after-dinner drinks will appreciate the dessert-focused cocktails and wines. Cognac enthusiasts will find the rare Louis XIII and a range of XO and V.S.O.P options worth exploring. Those seeking a full cocktail or wine list may find the options limited.
- When should I go?
- The dessert menu suggests an after-dinner occasion, ideal for a nightcap or a celebratory pour.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails and dessert wines range from $13 to $22. Cordials are $10–$12, cognacs from $14 to $395 for a 1.5 oz Louis XIII pour. Ports range from $15 to $50.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The beverage program is notable for its depth in dessert wines and ports, including a 1994 Graham's Port, and a cognac list that reaches the stratosphere with Louis XIII. The two signature cocktails, each $13, show a creative streak with local vodka and espresso liqueur.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Two dessert cocktails, each $13, show creativity with local vodka and espresso liqueur. The Ultimate Espresso Martini and Velvet Bluebird are well-composed, but the limited scope prevents a higher score.
Menu strengths
- — Creative use of local spirits like A1A lemon blueberry vodka.
Standout selections
- — Ultimate Espresso Martini: brackish chocolate vodka, Borghetti espresso liqueur, cold espresso.
- — Velvet Bluebird: A1A spirits lemon blueberry vodka, Disaronno velvet, lemon, vanilla simple.
Pricing: Cocktails priced at $13 each.
Wine
A focused dessert wine and port list with notable producers like Taylor and Graham's. The selection is curated but limited to sweet wines, missing a broader wine list.
Menu strengths
- — Includes classic Sauternes and Vin Santo.; Vintage port from 1994 adds depth.
Standout selections
- — Fèlsina Vin Santo del Chianti Classico 2011 ($22).
- — Taylor 30 Year Old Tawny Port ($40).
- — W. & J. Graham's 1994 Port ($50).
Pricing: Dessert wines range from $13 to $22; ports from $15 to $50.
Spirits
An impressive cognac selection, from Hennessy V.S to Louis XIII, with rare pours at premium prices. Cordials offer a nice range, but the focus is clearly on high-end cognac.
Menu strengths
- — Rare Louis XIII pours available in demi-ounce measures.
Standout selections
- — Louis XIII de Rémy Martin (0.5 oz $155, 1 oz $275, 1.5 oz $395).
- — Rémy Martin XO Excellence ($35).; Montenegro Amaro ($12).
Pricing: Cordials priced $10–$12; cognacs from $14 to $395.
How it sits with the food
The dessert menu context suggests pairing cocktails and wines with sweets. The Ultimate Espresso Martini would complement chocolate desserts, while the Brachetto d'Acqui or Sauternes could pair with fruit-based sweets. The Vin Santo is a classic with biscotti.
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