Bar
Unclaimed profileGold Mine Tavern
Henderson, NV · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
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
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Cocktails
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
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
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.
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