Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileDouble Helix Wine & Whiskey Lounge
Las Vegas, NV · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Double Helix Wine & Whiskey Lounge pairs a staggering 480-label whiskey collection with a cocktail menu that swings from $9.99 happy hour Old Fashioneds to a $38 Last Word. The bar's 50-wine list and creative mocktails round out a program that rewards both casual sippers and allocated-bourbon hunters. Custom touches like smoked drinks and ghost ice add flair.
- What should I order?
- Start with a happy hour Old Fashioned or Kalimotxo, then move to the Tipsy Pig, a rye-based cocktail with bacon. For whiskey enthusiasts, the 'Straight Outta Kentucky' flight or a pour of Pappy Van Winkle 15yr showcases the depth of the collection.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Whiskey lovers will find a deep rabbit hole, while cocktail enthusiasts can explore creative concoctions. Wine drinkers and those seeking non-alcoholic options are also accommodated, making it a versatile stop for groups with varied tastes.
- When should I go?
- Evening visits are ideal for a full menu experience, including themed whiskey flights.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Happy hour cocktails are $8.99-$9.99, wines $8-$9, and well spirits $7.99. Regular cocktails range from $19 to $38, with whiskey pours priced by label. Smoking a drink adds $2; ghost ice adds $1.50.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The 480-label whiskey selection is the centerpiece, featuring allocated pours like Pappy Van Winkle and Yamazaki 12yr. Private barrel exclusives, including a Corazón Reposado Tequila finished in an Eagle Rare barrel, and themed flights set it apart from typical wine bars.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative cocktail menu with whiskey-forward options, winetails, and gin & vodka drinks. Happy hour offers affordable classics. Customization via smoking and ghost ice adds appeal.
Menu strengths
- — Creative whiskey cocktails and winetails; Affordable happy hour options
Standout selections
- — Tipsy Pig ($30) - WhistlePig rye with maple syrup and bacon
- — Last Word ($38) - Monkey 47 gin with Green Chartreuse
- — Old Fashioned ($9.99) - classic with demerara sugar
Pricing: Cocktails range from $8.99 (happy hour) to $38 (Last Word); smoking adds $2, ghost ice $1.50.
Wine
Diverse wine list with 50 selections, including flights and suggested pairings with cheese. Happy hour pricing is accessible, though the full list is not detailed.
Menu strengths
- — 50 wines available; Wine pairings suggested for cheese
Standout selections
- — Prosecco - Gambino, Veneto, Italy ($8)
- — Cabernet - 14 Hands, Columbia Valley
Pricing: Happy hour wines by the glass $8-$9; sangria $8.99 glass / $20.99 carafe.
Nonalcoholic
The program appears to offer non-alcoholic alternatives.
Spirits
Outstanding whiskey program with 480 labels, themed flights, and private barrel selections. Covers a wide range of regions and styles, including allocated and bottled in bond.
Menu strengths
- — Exceptional whiskey selection with 480 labels; Themed whiskey flights provide curated tastings
Standout selections
- — Pappy Van Winkle 15yr - allocated bourbon, 1oz pour
- — Yamazaki 12yr - Japanese whisky; Redbreast 21yr - Irish whiskey
- — Corazón Reposado Tequila Finished in Eagle Rare barrel - private barrel
Pricing: Well spirits at happy hour $7.99; martini upgrade $4; whiskey prices not listed on menu.
How it sits with the food
The bar suggests wine pairings for its cheese selections, such as Cuvelier Los Andes Malbec with Sweet Red Cheddar. The menu also includes small plates and sliders, which can complement the whiskey and cocktail program.
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