Restaurant
Unclaimed profileDoc Crow's Southern Smokehouse and Raw Bar
Louisville, KY · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse and Raw Bar pours a serious bourbon program, with flights ranging from a $25 Introduction to Bourbon to a $65 Doc's Private Selection. The cocktail list leans on classics with a twist, like the Smoked Old Fashioned built on Bardstown Origin Series. Draft beer spotlights local breweries. A raw bar with bourbon mignonette ties the drinks to the smokehouse menu.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Smoked Old Fashioned ($20) for a bourbon-forward classic. For depth, the Doc's Private Selection flight ($65) showcases Jefferson's Reserve, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, Maker's Mark 46, and Four Roses Single Barrel. The Tropical Mule ($16) offers a lighter, fruitier option.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Bourbon enthusiasts will find multiple flights and a notable list. Cocktail drinkers will appreciate the variety of classics and specialties. Beer lovers can explore local drafts. The non-alcoholic options are limited but include Athletic Brewing 0.0%.
- When should I go?
- Evenings suit the smokehouse and raw bar vibe. The bourbon flights and cocktails are available throughout service, making any time appropriate for a drink-focused visit.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $12 to $20; wines by the glass $8 to $16, bottles $24 to $48; draft beers $6 to $13; bourbon flights $25 to $65. Non-alcoholic beer and Red Bull are $5.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The bourbon program stands out with six flights, including a Hoosier Local Flight featuring Indiana distilleries and a private selection of higher-end barrels. The cocktail list incorporates bourbon into many drinks, and the raw bar offers oysters with bourbon mignonette.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Classic and specialty cocktails with bourbon-heavy options. Priced fairly. Smoked Old Fashioned at $20 is the top end. Tropical Mule praised by guests.
Standout selections
- — Smoked Old Fashioned – Bardstown Origin Series, Demerara, house bitters, $20
- — Tropical Mule – Jefferson's Bourbon, passionfruit, lime, ginger beer, $16
Pricing: Cocktails $12–$20
Wine
Compact list with familiar regions: Oregon Pinot Noir, Paso Robles reds, Argentine Malbec, Italian Pinot Grigio, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, Prosecco. Reasonable prices.
Standout selections
- — Siduri Pinot Noir – Willamette Valley, $15 glass / $45 bottle
- — Serial Cabernet Sauvignon – Paso Robles, $16 glass / $48 bottle
Pricing: Glasses $8–$16; bottles $24–$48
Beer
Draft list includes local breweries like Atrium and Falls City, plus regional craft. 16oz and 20oz pours. Non-alcoholic option available.
Standout selections
- — Atrium Kolsch – $8 (16oz) / $11 (20oz)
- — Falls City Hazy Hipster – $10 (16oz) / $13 (20oz)
Pricing: Draft $6–$13; bottles/cans $5–$10
Nonalcoholic
Limited non-alcoholic options: Athletic Brewing 0.0% and Red Bull. Soft drinks and iced tea available but not detailed. Adequate for designated drivers.
Pricing: NA beer and Red Bull $5
Spirits
Six bourbon flights ranging from introductory to premium private selections. Highlights include Hoosier Local Flight and Doc's Private Selection. Community notes a notable bourbon list.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive bourbon flights; Reasonable pricing for quality; Community recognition of bourbon list
Standout selections
- — Doc's Private Selection – Jefferson's Reserve, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, Maker's Mark 46, Four Roses Single Barrel, $65
- — Hoosier Local Flight – Starlight, Remus, Hard Truth, Cardinal Gold, $30
Pricing: Bourbon flights $25–$65
How it sits with the food
The raw bar's oysters with bourbon mignonette pair naturally with a bourbon cocktail or a crisp white like the Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc. Smoked meats would match well with a bold red such as the Serial Cabernet Sauvignon or a bourbon flight.
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