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Gold Mine Tavern

Henderson, NV

Inebrious Beverage Program Score: 84 out of 100

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Beverage Program Score

Research completed 2026-08-30 · Based on current public sources

Editor: Micah Rousey

Review methodology and evidence standards

The editorial take

Gold Mine Tavern is a no-frills drinking den with a serious spirits shelf and a beer list that punches above its price point. Shots like Fireball and Gran Malo anchor a casual cocktail program, while daily happy hour deals make it a neighborhood staple. Expect rotating taps, big screens, and live music.

What should I order?
Start with a well drink or a shot from the $3-$4 happy hour menu. For something stronger, try Angel's Envy or Blanton's neat. Pair with a domestic bottle at $3 or a craft draft from the rotating taps.
Who will enjoy this place?
Drinkers who value range and price over mixology will feel at home. Sports fans catching a game on one of eight big screens and regulars who appreciate attentive bartenders who remember their orders will find it especially welcoming.
When should I go?
Weekend nights feature live music, adding to the casual, fun atmosphere.
What should I expect to spend?
Shots and well drinks run $3-$4 during happy hour; domestic bottles $2-$3, imports $3-$4. Premium spirits like Blanton's go for $9, and a 64 oz craft draft is $20.
What makes the beverage program distinctive?
An extensive spirits selection that includes Buffalo Trace and Del Maguey Vida sits alongside $3 jello shots, a combination that defies easy categorization. Open 24/7 with hot slots and live music, it's a true 24-hour watering hole.

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: 75 out of 100

Cocktail program is minimal, centered on shots and well drinks rather than crafted cocktails. Jello and pudding shots add a playful touch. No dedicated cocktail list found, but the spirits selection offers potential for simple mixed drinks.

Menu strengths

  • — Affordable shot menu including Fireball, Gran Malo, and Jaegermeister at $4.
  • — Well drinks priced at $3 during happy hour, making it a budget-friendly stop.

Standout selections

  • — Jello Shots - Assorted flavors, $3
  • — Fireball - Cinnamon whiskey shot, $4

Pricing: Well drinks $3, premium well $4 during happy hour; shots $3-$4.

Beer

Inebrious Beer score: 86 out of 100

Beer program offers a solid range of domestic, import, and craft options in bottles and drafts, with rotating taps. Pricing is aggressive, especially during happy hour. The 64 oz growler-like pours cater to sharing.

Menu strengths

  • — Wide variety across domestic, import, and craft categories.

Standout selections

  • — Bud Light - Domestic bottle, $3
  • — Lagunitas IPA - Craft bottle, $4
  • — Craft Draft - 64 oz, $20

Pricing: Domestic bottles $3, import/craft bottles $4; happy hour $2/$3. Drafts $4-$6 for 16 oz, $14-$20 for 64 oz.

Spirits

Inebrious Spirits score: 88 out of 100

A deep and diverse spirits list spanning whiskey, tequila/mezcal, vodka, rum, and gin. Premium selections like Angel's Envy and Blanton's are available at fair prices. Single and double pour options provide flexibility.

Menu strengths

  • — Includes sought-after bourbons like Blanton's and Buffalo Trace.
  • — Single and double pour pricing for different consumption levels.

Standout selections

  • — Blanton's - Whiskey, $9; Angel's Envy - Whiskey, $7/12
  • — Del Maguey Vida - Mezcal, $6/10

Pricing: Whiskey $5-$9 per pour; tequila/mezcal $5-$18; vodka $4-$8; single and double pour options.

How it sits with the food

A limited food menu means drinks lead; the bar's focus is on straightforward pairings like beer with bar snacks. The $2 domestic bottles during happy hour are a low-stakes match for whatever's on the grill.

Inebrious does not score kitchens, food or the restaurant overall. We review the beverage program only.

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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