Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileGood Fortune
Alexandria, VA · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Good Fortune's rooftop bar pours a tight, seasonal cocktail list with a bent toward playful ingredients—strawberry and blueberry amaro in the Kool Kid Negroni, poblano and tajin in the Soft Parade. The wine and beer lists are straightforward, but the non-alcoholic section shows real care. Pitchers and slushies make it a group-friendly spot.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Kool Kid Negroni for a fruity, amaro-laced twist, or the Sea-tini if you want something savory with blue cheese olives. The Soft Parade, a tequila-poblano number, is a solid pick. For a group, order a pitcher of Say Less Spritz or Soft Parade.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail drinkers who appreciate seasonal, ingredient-forward drinks and don't mind a playful approach. The rooftop setting and shareable pitchers suit groups and casual gatherings. Non-alcoholic drinkers will find thoughtful options beyond standard sodas.
- When should I go?
- The rooftop bar with open-air seating and firepits suggests evening visits, especially in cooler months. Weekend gatherings are mentioned, so a weekend evening could be lively.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $15–$16, with pitchers at $60. Wine by the glass is $13–$15, bottles $52–$60. Beers are $6–$8, and non-alcoholic cocktails are $12.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail list is the draw, with unusual combinations like the Kool Kid Negroni's strawberry and cappelletti and the Sea-tini's house brine and chive oil. Slushies, shareable pitchers, and a dedicated non-alcoholic menu add range. The rooftop setting with firepits completes the package.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative, seasonal cocktails with a playful edge. The Kool Kid Negroni and Sea-tini stand out. Slushies add a fun option.
Menu strengths
- — Seasonal menu with unique ingredient combinations like strawberry and blueberry amaro.
- — Offerings include shareable pitchers and slushies, broadening appeal.
Standout selections
- — Kool Kid Negroni: gin, strawberry, cappelletti, cocchi rosa, blueberry amaro.
- — Sea-tini: vodka, gin, dry vermouth, house brine, blue cheese olives, chive oil.
- — Soft Parade: blanco tequila, poblano, pineapple, grapefruit soda, tajin, lime.
Pricing: $15–$16 per cocktail; some available as pitchers for $60.
Wine
A compact but diverse wine list covering sparkling, white, and red. All wines available by glass and bottle. Nothing revolutionary, but solid choices at fair prices.
Menu strengths
- — Range includes sparkling, white, and red options.; Wines available by glass and bottle.
Standout selections
- — Gamay from Bow & Arrow, Oregon, at $15 a glass.
Pricing: $13–$15 per glass; bottles $52–$60.
Beer
A short beer list with local craft options like Port City IPA, plus standards like Miller High-Life and High Noon seltzers. Simple and serviceable.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local craft option Port City 'Monumental' IPA.
Pricing: $6–$8 per beer.
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated 'Sensible Sips' section with creative zero-proof cocktails like Blue's Cruise and Preacher's Daughter, plus athletic brewing beers. Shows effort beyond a token mocktail.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated non-alcoholic section with creative options.; Includes non-alcoholic beers from Athletic Brewing.
Standout selections
- — Blue's Cruise: n/a garden spirit, blueberry shrub, lavender, honey, cucumber soda.
- — Preacher's Daughter: n/a sparkling wine, vanilla, passion fruit, lime.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic cocktails $12; non-alcoholic beers $8.
Spirits
No dedicated spirits list, but the cocktail menu shows a range of spirits used, including tequila, gin, vodka, bourbon, and rye, with spirit-forward options like the Old Town Old-Fash.
Menu strengths
- — Spirit-forward cocktails like Old Town Old-Fash and Kool Kid Negroni.
Standout selections
- — Old Town Old-Fash: bourbon, rye, apricot, honey, apple blossom bitters, orange.
Pricing: No dedicated spirits list; prices included in cocktails.
How it sits with the food
The menu's savory cocktails, like the Sea-tini with blue cheese olives, could pair with rich bar snacks. The Soft Parade's poblano and tajin would complement Mexican-inspired bites. No food menu was evaluated, but the drinks suggest versatile pairing potential.
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