Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileDouble Dealer Bar New Orleans
New Orleans, LA · $$
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The editorial take
Double Dealer Bar pairs a glittering atmosphere with a cocktail menu drawn from the original Double Dealer magazine's literary legacy. Original concoctions and classics run $13-$16, with names like Ultimately and Wedding Gifts. A compact wine list and a beer selection with local and international options complement the bar, while the spirits program spans bourbon to Japanese whisky. Customers describe the crafted drinks as unique and delicious.
- What should I order?
- Start with Ultimately, a gin-based cocktail with cucumber water, lime, and jalapeño simple syrup. For something richer, The Chambermaid blends bourbon, orgeat, lemon, and bitters. If you prefer spirits neat, Blanton's Bourbon or Lagavulin 16 are solid choices.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Literary-minded drinkers will appreciate cocktails named after stories and poems from the original Double Dealer magazine. Those seeking a broad spirits selection, from bourbon to Japanese whisky, will also find much to explore.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails are $13-$16, beers $10-$12, wines $13-$15 by the glass, and spirits pours from $11 to $66.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu is organized around the original Double Dealer magazine, with sections titled 'Double Dealer Concoctions' and 'Classic & Modern Classic Cocktails.' This literary tie-in gives the program a unique identity, further supported by a 'glittering' bar atmosphere with live performances.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A robust list of original and classic cocktails, split into 'Double Dealer Concoctions' and 'Classic & Modern Classic Cocktails.' Drinks are named after literary works from the original Double Dealer magazine, and a recent customer praised the unique infusions and delicious results.
Menu strengths
- — Both original creations and classic cocktails are offered, giving broad appeal.
- — Literary naming adds a distinctive, intellectual layer to the menu.
- — Customer feedback highlights unique infusions and delicious cocktails.
Standout selections
- — Ultimately: gin, cucumber water, lime juice, jalapeño simple syrup ($15)
- — Wedding Gifts: jasmine-infused vodka, pomegranate, ginger, lime ($15)
- — MORITURI AGONISTI: rye, calvados, Cio Ciaro, falernum, Angostura ($15)
Pricing: $13-$16
Wine
A small but serviceable wine list with sparkling, white, and red selections. Both glass and bottle options are available, with prices spanning $13-$15 per glass and $65-$75 per bottle. Named picks include Opera Prima Brut and Decoy Chardonnay.
Menu strengths
- — Offers both glass and bottle pours for flexibility.
Standout selections
- — Opera Prima Brut Sparkling ($13 glass, $65 bottle)
- — Decoy Chardonnay ($15 glass, $75 bottle); Substance Cabernet Sauvignon ($15 glass, $75 bottle)
Pricing: $13-$15 per glass, $65-$75 per bottle
Beer
A straightforward beer list with domestic and imported options, including local Abita Amber and German Franziskaner. Prices run $10-$12, covering a range of styles from pale lager to IPA.
Menu strengths
- — Includes both domestic and imported selections.; Variety of styles from local and international breweries.
Standout selections
- — Franziskaner Hefeweizen ($12); Jucifer IPA ($10); Abita Amber ($10)
Pricing: $10-$12
Spirits
An extensive spirits list covering bourbon, rye, scotch, Irish, Japanese, tequila, rum, gin, vodka, plus amaro and brandy. Prices range from $11 to $66, with premium options like Blanton's and Don Julio 1942.
Menu strengths
- — Wide range of categories from bourbon to Japanese whisky.
- — Premium pours available for those seeking higher-end spirits.
Standout selections
- — Blanton's Bourbon ($21); Lagavulin 16 Years Scotch ($29)
- — Hibiki Harmony Japanese Whisky ($29); Don Julio 1942 Tequila ($36)
Pricing: $11-$66 per pour
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