Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileGypsy Kitchen
Atlanta, GA · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Gypsy Kitchen’s beverage program is a study in range: a cocktail list that swings from draught gin-and-tonics to a flower-infused gin number, a wine list with bottles from $44 to $210, and a zero-proof menu that gets real attention. The standout is 50 Shades of Purple, a passion-fruit-and-cava cocktail that patrons keep name-dropping. Spritzes are a bargain at $12. It’s a cocktail bar that doesn’t neglect the rest of the bar.
- What should I order?
- Start with 50 Shades of Purple, the flower-infused gin cocktail with passion fruit and cava. For something drier, the Gintonic on draught delivers dragonfruit and hibiscus. If you’re skipping alcohol, the Hibiscus Refresher or Lyre’s Prosecco are solid. Wine drinkers should look to the Ameztoi Txakolina for a spritzy white.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts who appreciate floral and fruit-forward mixes, as well as those seeking a thoughtful zero-proof selection. Wine lovers will find enough international variety to keep things interesting, and the spritz options make it a fit for leisurely afternoons.
- When should I go?
- The Basque in the Sun Sundays events suggest a weekend afternoon draw, but the program is designed for any evening. Cocktail hours and spritz-friendly weather are the natural fit.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $10–$17, with spritzes at $12. Wines by the glass are $10–$15; bottles start at $44 and climb to $210. Beers are $7–$10. Zero-proof cocktails are $10–$11.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The program’s commitment to zero-proof is unusual—spirit-free cocktails and non-alcoholic beers sit alongside a full bar. The cocktail list leans on unexpected ingredients like dragonfruit, tamarind, and spiced herb oil, while the wine list is categorized by style rather than region, making it approachable.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A creative, well-priced cocktail menu with a distinct floral-fruity bent. Standouts include the draught Gintonic and the community-praised 50 Shades of Purple. The spritz section adds a refreshing, lower-proof option.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse, inventive recipes with ingredients like dragonfruit, tamarind, and spiced herb oil.
- — A dedicated spritz section at $12 each broadens the appeal.
Standout selections
- — 50 Shades of Purple: flower-infused gin, passion fruit, lemon, cava – $16
- — Gintonic: Ford's gin, dragonfruit, hibiscus, mint, lime on draught – $14
- — Valencia Highball: bourbon, cherry liqueur, amaro, tamarind, spiced honey – $15
Pricing: Cocktails $10–$17; spritzes $12
Wine
A global list with clear style categories and detailed tasting notes. Spanish and Italian wines feature prominently, and the bottle range covers everyday to celebratory. A QR code accesses the full list.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive selection across light whites to bold reds.
- — Includes sparkling options from Prosecco to Champagne.; By-the-glass pricing is accessible.
Standout selections
- — Ameztoi Txakolina: Basque Country, Spain – green apple, lemon, light spritz – $15 glass
- — Avinyó Cava Reserva Brut Rosé: wild strawberry, citrus peel – $15 glass
- — Piersanti Verdicchio: lemon, fennel, saline – $13 glass
Pricing: By the glass $10–$15; bottles $44–$210
Beer
A compact but serviceable beer list with local and international options. Notably includes two zero-proof beers, which is a plus for designated drivers.
Menu strengths
- — Mix of local (Scofflaw) and international (Estrella Damm) choices.
Standout selections
- — Scofflaw Pog Basement IPA – $8
- — Dogfish 90 Minute IPA – $10
- — Left Hand Milk Stout Nitro – $9
Pricing: Beers $7–$10
Nonalcoholic
A standout program with four crafted spirit-free cocktails and two zero-proof beers.
Menu strengths
- — Includes a non-alcoholic sparkling wine alternative (Lyre's Prosecco).
Standout selections
- — Beetlejuice: beets, orange, lime, ginger beer – $10
- — Hibiscus Refresher: hibiscus basil syrup, soda – $10
- — Lyre's Prosecco: zero-proof sparkling wine – $11
Pricing: Spirit-free cocktails $10–$11; zero-proof beers $7–$8
Spirits
An extensive by-the-bottle spirits list covering all major categories from vodka to rye. Includes premium and craft brands, though pricing is not listed on the menu.
Menu strengths
- — Broad selection across vodka, gin, bourbon, scotch, tequila, rum, and rye.
- — Features premium labels like Lagavulin 16 and Balvenie 12.
Standout selections
- — Lagavulin 16yr Scotch; Balvenie 12yr Scotch
Pricing: No pricing available
How it sits with the food
The Basque in the Sun Sundays menu pairs paella with spritzes, suggesting a Mediterranean-leaning food program. The Amalfi Spritz with limoncello and mint would suit lighter fare, while the Love in Latakia cocktail’s cucumber and herb oil could match grilled dishes.
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