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G Mig's 5th Street Pub

West Des Moines, IA

Inebrious Beverage Program Score: 83 out of 100

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Beverage Program Score

Research completed 2026-09-09 · Based on current public sources

Editor: Micah Rousey

Review methodology and evidence standards

The editorial take

G Mig's 5th Street Pub runs a wide-ranging drink menu with a mule-heavy cocktail list, an Iowa-focused beer selection, and a full nonalcoholic lineup. Mig's Mule and the Buffalo Bourbon Rootbeer Float highlight a playful cocktail approach, while local drafts and cans give beer drinkers reason to stay. Prices stay easy on the wallet.

What should I order?
Start with Mig's Mule, a blend of Meili Vodka, Amaretto, ginger beer, and lime. For something sweeter, the Buffalo Bourbon Rootbeer Float pairs Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream with root beer. Beer fans should try a local draft like Big Grove Easy Eddy or a West O Chocolate Stout can.
Who will enjoy this place?
Cocktail drinkers who like mule variations and affordable specialty drinks will find familiar ground. Beer enthusiasts looking for Iowa craft options on tap and in cans have a solid range to explore. The nonalcoholic beer selection also suits designated drivers.
What should I expect to spend?
House Bloody Mary is $6.50, House Mimosa is $5.75, and nonalcoholic drinks like lemonade, iced tea, coffee, and hot tea run $3.00 each. Orange juice costs $4.00. Prices for other cocktails and beers are not listed.
What makes the beverage program distinctive?
The cocktail menu leans heavily on mules—Mig's Mule, Tequila Mule, Irish Mule, and a Cinnamon Mule—plus a Buffalo Bourbon Rootbeer Float that stands out. The beer list pairs national drafts with a rotating seasonal and local Iowa cans, including West O and Toppling Goliath.

Beverage categories

We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.

Cocktails

Inebrious Cocktails score: 84 out of 100

Specialty cocktails center on mule variations—vodka, tequila, Irish whiskey, and cinnamon—plus a Buffalo Bourbon Rootbeer Float. House Bloody Mary and Mimosa are also on the menu. A recent customer found the Bloody Marys average, which keeps the score from climbing higher.

Menu strengths

  • — Several mule variations provide a cohesive, recognizable cocktail theme.
  • — Priced at $6.50 and $5.75, the House Bloody Mary and Mimosa are budget-friendly.
  • — The Buffalo Bourbon Rootbeer Float offers an original dessert-like cocktail option.

Standout selections

  • — Mig's Mule: Meili Vodka, Amaretto, ginger beer, and lime.
  • — Buffalo Bourbon Rootbeer Float: Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream with root beer.
  • — Tequila Mule: Corazon Reposado Tequila, ginger beer, and lime.

Pricing: House Bloody Mary $6.50; House Mimosa $5.75.

Beer

Inebrious Beer score: 85 out of 100

The beer program mixes eight drafts with a rotating seasonal, national staples, and a broad selection of local Iowa cans. Local representation is strong, from Big Grove and Exile on tap to West O, Toppling Goliath, and Peace Tree in cans. Non-alcoholic options are also available.

Menu strengths

  • — Local Iowa beers appear on both draft and can, including Big Grove, West O, and Toppling Goliath.
  • — Draft list balances regional craft with familiar choices like Guinness Stout and Blue Moon.
  • — Non-alcoholic beers like Coors Edge and Bud Zero broaden the selection.

Standout selections

  • — Big Grove Easy Eddy (draft); West O Chocolate Stout (local can)

Nonalcoholic

Inebrious Nonalcoholic score: 80 out of 100

The nonalcoholic list covers sodas, juices, coffee, tea, and non-alcoholic beers. Standard beverages are priced at $3.00, with juice at $4.00. Non-alcoholic beer options include Coors Edge, Bud Zero, and Guinness Non-Alcoholic.

Menu strengths

  • — Range includes hot and cold beverages plus non-alcoholic beers.
  • — Low $3.00 price point for lemonade, iced tea, coffee, and hot tea.

Standout selections

  • — Lemonade — $3.00 — Non-alcoholic beverage; Fresh Brewed Ice Tea — $3.00 — Non-alcoholic beverage

Pricing: Lemonade, iced tea, coffee, and hot tea $3.00; orange juice $4.00.

Spirits

Inebrious Spirits score: 79 out of 100

Named bottles like New Amsterdam Peach Vodka, Benchmark No. 8 Bourbon, and Corazon Reposado Tequila show a practical, mid-range shelf rather than a deep back bar.

Menu strengths

  • — Spirits support a wide range of specialty cocktails, from mules to a bourbon cream float.
  • — Includes recognizable brands across categories: vodka, bourbon, Irish whiskey, and tequila.

Standout selections

  • — Corazon Reposado Tequila (used in Tequila Mule); Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream (used in Buffalo Bourbon Rootbeer Float)

About this review

Research is based on recent public evidence, including official venue materials and beverage menus when available. The review date is the research completion date and does not imply an in-person visit.

Review methodology and evidence standards

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