Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileGinger Rabbit Jazz Lounge
Columbus, OH · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Ginger Rabbit Jazz Lounge pairs a jazz-lounge atmosphere with a cocktail list that runs from a bourbon-and-espresso Old Fashioned to a gin-and-carrot-juice signature. The wine program reaches beyond the expected, offering Grower Champagne and orange wines by the glass. Cocktails range $16-$17, wines from $13 glass to $130 bottle. Guests praise the French 75 and margaritas.
- What should I order?
- Start with the GR Old Fashioned ($17) for a bourbon-and-espresso twist, or the French 75 with lavender honey. For a lighter pour, try the Teutonic Jazz Odyssey white blend ($15 glass).
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking inventive flavor combinations and wine drinkers who appreciate Grower Champagne and orange wines will find much to like. The jazz-lounge setting suits those looking for a refined, music-forward bar experience.
- When should I go?
- Evenings when live jazz is likely, though specific performance times are not documented. The intimate lounge ambiance suggests a late-night or after-dinner visit.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $16-$17; wines by the glass $13-$17, bottles $40-$130; beers $6-$7. A cocktail-and-glass-of-wine evening for two could easily reach $60-$70 before tax and tip.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu's creative use of ingredients like carrot juice, matcha syrup, and malört, alongside a wine list that includes Grower Champagne and orange wines, sets this jazz lounge apart from typical cocktail bars.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative signature cocktails with diverse ingredients, from bourbon and espresso to gin and carrot juice. Pricing is moderate for the creativity.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse cocktail menu with creative ingredients.; Positive community feedback on cocktail quality.
Standout selections
- — GR Old Fashioned - bourbon, benedictine, pear liqueur, espresso, cinnamon syrup, bitters ($17)
- — Ginger Rabbit - gin, carrot juice, sherry, ginger syrup, lemon juice, celery bitters
- — French 75 - gin, lemon, lavender honey, sparkling wine
- — Mocha Martini - cocoa-infused whiskey, coffee liqueur, Licor 43, nocino ($16)
Pricing: Cocktails priced $16-$17.
Wine
Well-rounded wine list spanning sparkling, white, orange, rosé, and red, with notable Grower Champagne options. Pricing is accessible for the quality, and the by-the-glass selection is strong.
Menu strengths
- — Wide selection of wines by glass and bottle.
- — Includes premium Grower Champagne options.; Offers orange wines, a distinctive choice.
Standout selections
- — Gaston Chiquet Tradition Premier Cru Brut Champagne, France NV ($120 bottle)
- — Liebart Regnier Brut Rose, Champagne, France NV ($130 bottle)
- — Teutonic Jazz Odyssey White Blend 2024 ($15 glass / $56 bottle)
- — No Fine Print Cabernet Sauvignon, California 2022 ($17 glass / $64 bottle)
Pricing: Glass prices $13-$17; bottle prices $40-$130.
Beer
Compact but thoughtful beer list with local Ohio options (Jackie O's) and international classics (Weihenstephaner). Includes non-alcoholic beer alternatives, though the selection is limited.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local Ohio beers and international options.; Offers non-alcoholic beer alternatives.
Standout selections
- — Jackie O's See Foam Hazy IPA, Ohio 7.0% ($6)
- — Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier, Germany 5.3% ($6)
- — North Coast Scrimshaw Pilsner, California 4.6% ($6)
Pricing: Beers priced $6-$7.
Nonalcoholic
Several non-alcoholic options exist, including an NA IPA, amaro soda, and non-alcoholic Negroni. However, community feedback suggests limited mocktail variety, and there is no dedicated mocktail section.
Menu strengths
- — Offers several non-alcoholic beverage options.; Includes a non-alcoholic Negroni and amaro soda.
Standout selections
- — Best Day West Coast NA American IPA, Ohio ($7)
- — Alta Casamara Club Amaro Soda; St Agrestis Phony Negroni
Pricing: NA IPA priced at $7.
Spirits
Spirits are integral to the cocktail program, with gin, bourbon, scotch, vodka, and various liqueurs featured. No standalone spirits list exists, but the range supports a creative cocktail menu.
Menu strengths
- — Spirits are integral to a diverse cocktail menu.
Standout selections
- — The Kingsman - scotch, fennel liqueur, Lustau, orange bitters
- — Crash Landing - malört, Aperol, amaro, citric grapefruit
How it sits with the food
The menu includes snacks and small plates, though specific food items are not detailed. The GR Old Fashioned's espresso and cinnamon notes could complement chocolate desserts, while the French 75's sparkling wine and lavender honey would suit lighter fare.
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