Bar
Unclaimed profileFern Bar KC
Kansas City, MO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Fern Bar KC's beverage program leans hard into agave and rum, with a compact list of well-considered classics and a rotating Bartender's Choice. The Oaxaca Old Fashioned and Mezcal Espresso Martini show a clear point of view. A short wine and beer list and a few non-alcoholic options round out the menu. Guests praise the drink rotation and bartender Sam's Pina Colada.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Oaxaca Old Fashioned, a mezcal-forward take with mole bitters. The Mezcal Espresso Martini is a coffee-and-cocoa twist. For rum, Sam's Pina Colada comes recommended. Happy hour brings the Fern Bar Margarita to $9.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail drinkers who appreciate agave and rum will find plenty to explore. Those who like a rotating menu and a bartender with a personal touch will feel at home. The non-alcoholic options and beer-and-shot combo also serve a range of tastes.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour and reverse happy hour offer value on margaritas and daiquiris. A Friday night may bring slower service, but the drinks are worth the wait.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails around $14; non-alcoholic options $8-$12; beer $6-$7; wine by the bottle from $35. Happy hour specials cut cocktail prices to $9.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The focused agave and rum list, with mezcal in an espresso martini and a house rum blend in the Pina Colada, sets it apart. The rotating Bartender's Choice and a praised bartender named Sam add a personal, evolving edge.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Classic cocktails with a clear agave and rum focus, creative twists like the Mezcal Espresso Martini, and a rotating Bartender's Choice.
Menu strengths
- — Agave and rum focus with a variety of classic and innovative cocktails.
- — Bartender Sam praised for excellent classic drinks, especially the Pina Colada.
Standout selections
- — Oaxaca Old Fashioned: Banhez Mezcal, Tapatio Reposado, Lunazul Reposado, agave, mole bitters.
- — Mezcal Espresso Martini: Prolijo Mezcal, Cimmaron Reposado, sotol, coffee, piloncillo, cocoa bitters.
- — Pina Colada: house rum blend, coconut cream, pineapple, lime.
Pricing: Oaxaca Old Fashioned $14; happy hour Fern Bar Margarita $9
Wine
Small but varied wine list with sparkling, white, and red options, including Italian and Californian selections. Limited depth and no by-the-glass pricing noted.
Menu strengths
- — Offers a range of styles from sparkling to red.
- — Includes a Lambrusco for a less common choice.
Standout selections
- — Lunaria Pinot Grigio; La Cacciatora Lambrusco
Pricing: Lunaria Pinot Grigio $35 (bottle)
Beer
A few beers, mostly lager and light options, plus a beer-and-shot combo. Enough for a casual drink, but not a destination for beer enthusiasts.
Menu strengths
- — Includes a Mexican lager and a lime beer.
Standout selections
- — Beer + Shot: Estrella Jalisco with Blanco Tequila
Pricing: Una Familia Lager $6; Tank $7; Beer + Shot $11
Nonalcoholic
Several non-alcoholic options, including a NA Paloma and NA Margarita, plus a custom Bartender's Choice NA. Demonstrates care for non-drinkers.
Menu strengths
- — NA versions of popular cocktails like the Paloma and Margarita.
Standout selections
- — Panoma: non-alcoholic Paloma with BARE Tequila Reposado
Pricing: Panoma $12; Agua Fresca $8
Spirits
A curated selection of agave and rum spirits, including mezcal, tequila, sotol, and rum, used in cocktails. No standalone spirits list or pricing.
Menu strengths
- — Focus on agave and rum with quality brands.
Standout selections
- — Banhez Mezcal and Tapatio Reposado in the Oaxaca Old Fashioned.
Pricing: No dedicated spirits pricing listed
How it sits with the food
No food menu is documented, but the agave-forward cocktails would pair with citrusy or spicy dishes, while the rum-based drinks like the Pina Colada could complement grilled meats or tropical flavors.
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