Restaurant
Unclaimed profileEddie Merlot's
Englewood, CO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Eddie Merlot's pours a serious cocktail program with theatrical flair: a Burnt Orange Manhattan arrives in a smoking box, and a Seafood Tower Bloody Mary doubles as a seafood platter. The menu spans classics, tequila-driven numbers, and zero-proof spritzes. Happy hour trims $5 off select cocktails and offers $8 wines.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Burnt Orange Manhattan, served in a smoking box with Knob Creek single barrel bourbon and Carpano Classico. The Woodford Reserve Old Fashioned is another smoked option. For something lighter, the Prickly Pear Margarita or Blossom Spritz. Zero-proof drinkers can try the Lavender Lemonade or Midnight Cherry Spritz.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts who appreciate dramatic presentation will find a home here. The smoking boxes and upscale ingredients appeal to those seeking a polished bar experience. The dedicated zero-proof menu also makes it a good choice for non-drinkers in a group.
- When should I go?
- It's a good time to sample the cocktail menu without the full dinner commitment.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Martinis run $17-$18. The Seafood Tower Bloody Mary is $39. Zero-proof Lavender Lemonade is $14. Happy hour offers $5 off select cocktails and martinis.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The smoking box presentation for signature cocktails is a memorable flourish. The Seafood Tower Bloody Mary is a full production, garnished with lobster tail and shrimp. The cocktail list is deep, covering bourbon, tequila, and gin, with a separate zero-proof section.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A broad, creative cocktail list with classic and original options. Signature drinks use premium spirits and theatrical smoking-box service.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive and varied menu covering martinis, old fashioneds, margaritas, and spritzes.
- — Signature cocktails served in smoking boxes add a theatrical element.
Standout selections
- — Burnt Orange Manhattan: Knob Creek single barrel bourbon, Carpano Classico, burnt orange twist, Bordeaux cherry, served in a smoking box.
- — Woodford Reserve Old Fashioned: Woodford Reserve, Aperol, Angostura, fresh orange, Bordeaux cherry, smoked.
- — Seafood Tower Bloody Mary: Tito's, house bloody mary mix, lobster tail, shrimp, blue cheese olives, celery tree.
Pricing: Martinis $17-$18; Seafood Tower Bloody Mary $39; happy hour $5 off select cocktails
Wine
Wine is present in happy hour and private dining contexts, but no dedicated wine list was available for review. The private dining menus are named after varietals, suggesting a wine-centric focus.
Menu strengths
- — Wine is featured in happy hour and private dining menus.
- — Private dining menus named after wine varietals indicate wine-centric private dining.
Pricing: $8 select wines during happy hour
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated zero-proof cocktail section offers three creative options: Lavender Lemonade, Midnight Cherry Spritz, and Fruity Affair, using fresh juices and premium mixers.
Menu strengths
- — Options use fresh ingredients like lemon juice, lavender syrup, and Fever-Tree products.
Standout selections
- — Lavender Lemonade: fresh lemon, lavender simple syrup, sour mix, club soda.
- — Midnight Cherry Spritz: honey, cherry juice, ginger, cinnamon, club soda, rosemary.
- — Fruity Affair: Lyre's zero-proof gin, passion fruit, Fever-Tree ginger beer and tonic.
Pricing: Lavender Lemonade $14
Spirits
A well-chosen selection of premium and craft spirits is used throughout the cocktail program, including Knob Creek single barrel, Woodford Reserve, Código 1530, LALO, and Diplomatico.
Menu strengths
- — Use of premium and craft spirits in cocktails.
- — Wide range of spirit categories covered: bourbon, gin, vodka, tequila, rum.
How it sits with the food
The cocktail menu pairs well with the steakhouse focus: bourbon-forward drinks like the Woodford Reserve Old Fashioned complement red meat, while the Blossom Spritz offers a lighter counterpoint to seafood. The Seafood Tower Bloody Mary is designed to accompany the seafood tower itself.
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