Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileDeath & Co Denver
Denver, CO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Death & Co delivers a serious cocktail program, with signature drinks like the Moroccan Old Fashioned and the rum-and-coffee Spy vs Spy showing technical range. The spirits list is deep, spanning bourbon to Japanese whisky, and a dedicated non-alcoholic menu earns respect. Wine and beer are present but secondary.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Moroccan Old Fashioned for a signature twist, or the Spy vs Spy for a complex rum-coffee blend. For non-alcoholic, the Porch Swing is a standout. Spirits drinkers can explore rare pours like The Macallan 18 Year.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking inventive, well-crafted drinks will find much to appreciate. The extensive spirits selection appeals to whiskey and agave fans. Those avoiding alcohol are well-served by creative non-alcoholic options.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are prime for the full cocktail experience. Reservations are recommended, as the bar is popular.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktail prices are not published, but spirits pours range from $7 to $137, indicating a wide price range. Fortified wines are $7–$22 per glass.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The bar's reputation is built on a creative cocktail menu that includes techniques like clarified milk and house-made sodas, alongside a vast spirits selection. Non-alcoholic offerings are treated with equal seriousness, a rare commitment.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Cocktails
Creative signature cocktails with a wide range of spirits and techniques.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive and creative menu featuring clarified milk, tiki bitters, and house-made sodas.
Standout selections
- — Moroccan Old Fashioned – signature cocktail praised in reviews.
- — Spy vs. Spy – Appleton Signature Jamaican Rum, Mr. Black Coffee, spiced butter, pandan, pineapple, tiki bitters.
- — Emerald Grove – Roku Gin, green tea shochu, sweet potato shochu, matcha, coconut, mint, pineapple, lemon.
Pricing: Pricing not available
Wine
Diverse selection of sparkling, white, rosé, orange, and red wines from multiple regions. Fortified wine list adds depth.
Menu strengths
- — Covers multiple regions and styles, including orange wine.
- — Fortified wine range includes Fino, Manzanilla, Amontillado, Oloroso, Pedro Ximenez, and Madeira.
Standout selections
- — Brut Reserve Champagne – G.H. Mumm, Reims, France.
- — Orange – Spiritus Terrae Malvasia, Abruzzo, Italy.
Pricing: Fortified wines $7–$22 per glass
Beer
A compact but thoughtful beer list featuring local Colorado breweries and a couple of international classics, plus non-alcoholic options.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local Colorado breweries like TRVE Brewing Co. And 4 Noses.
Standout selections
- — TRVE Brewing Co. - Skullseeker – local brewery selection.
- — Guinness Stout – classic international stout.
Pricing: Pricing not available
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated non-alcoholic cocktail menu with sophisticated ingredients, plus NA beer options.
Standout selections
- — Porch Swing – Lyre's Pink Gin, Three Spirits Livener, Seedlip Garden, watermelon, white balsamic, lemon.
- — Vibe Shift – Seedlip Garden, Pathfinder, ginger, cinnamon, grapefruit, lime, NA Kolsch.
Pricing: Pricing not available
Spirits
Extensive spirits list covering whiskey, bourbon, scotch, tequila, mezcal, gin, rum, and more, with rare high-end expressions available by the pour.
Menu strengths
- — Rare and high-end expressions like The Macallan 18 Year and Highland Park 21 Year.
Standout selections
- — The Macallan 18 Year – single malt scotch, $68–$137.
- — Highland Park 21 Year – single malt scotch, $61–$122.
Pricing: $7–$137 per pour
How it sits with the food
No food menu is evidenced; beverage pairing focuses on the bar's own cocktails and spirits. The diverse wine list and fortified wines could complement bar snacks if available, but that is not detailed.
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