Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileIndustry Austin
Austin, TX · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Industry the cocktail list is a playground of creative techniques, from a brisket fat-washed Old Fashioned to a frozen coffee number. Wine on tap and a deep beer list cover the basics, while the non-alcoholic program impresses with a house agua fresca that guests actually rave about. Prices stay friendly, but cocktail execution has drawn mixed reviews.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Industry Old Fashioned for its brisket fat-washed Bulleit Bourbon and roasted pecan syrup. For a shareable, try the 'Have a Shifty' – a quart of daily agua fresca with your choice of spirit. The Clopen is a frozen coffee cocktail with Flor de Cana 7 yr and Mr. Black.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts interested in fat-washing and creative presentations will find plenty to explore. Beer drinkers have a long list of local drafts and cans. The non-alcoholic menu, especially the agua fresca, appeals to those looking for a refreshing, non-alcoholic option.
- When should I go?
- Anytime the mood strikes for a creative cocktail or a casual beer. The venue's brunch menu includes specialty brunch cocktails, making it a plausible weekend midday stop, though specific hours are not documented.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $11.50 to $20.00, with most in the mid-teens. Wine by the glass is $10–$12, and beers run $5–$7. Non-alcoholic drinks are $4–$7.50. A round for two could easily land around $30–$40.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail program leans into unusual preparations, like fat-washing bourbon with brisket and a frozen coffee cocktail. Wine on tap adds a casual, sustainable twist. The 'Have a Shifty' for two, served in a quart of agua fresca, is a playful shareable that you don't see everywhere.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A 15-item menu with creative ingredients and techniques, from fat-washing to frozen coffee. Prices are moderate. Community feedback is mixed, with one reviewer praising the menu's creativity and another finding a margarita watered down.
Menu strengths
- — Unique preparations like brisket fat-washing and frozen coffee cocktails.
- — Wide spirit variety including tequila, mezcal, vodka, whisky, rum, and gin.
Standout selections
- — Industry Old Fashioned – brisket fat-washed Bulleit Bourbon, roasted pecan syrup, bitters
- — Clopen – frozen coffee cocktail with Flor de Cana 7 yr and Mr. Black
- — Have a Shifty – quart of daily agua fresca with a choice of spirit, for two
Pricing: $11.50–$20.00
Wine
A compact wine-on-tap list covering white, rosé, red, and sparkling. Includes Stoller Pinot Gris and a North Coast Sauvignon Blanc. Pricing is fair, but the list is limited with no vintages or detailed notes.
Menu strengths
- — Wine on tap offers a unique serving method.
Standout selections
- — Pinot Gris, Stoller Oregon – $10/$37
- — Sauvignon Blanc, North Coast California – $12/$42
Pricing: $10–$12 glass, $37–$42 bottle
Beer
A broad beer selection with many local Texas drafts and a solid canned lineup. Cans are cheap and cheerful, while drafts are available in 10oz pours. No community feedback on beer quality.
Menu strengths
- — Large selection of local and imported beers.; Both draft and canned options available.
Standout selections
- — Jester King Sasha Hazy IPA (draft)
- — Montucky Cold Snack (can) – $5.50/16 oz
Pricing: $5.00–$6.50 cans; $7.00/10oz draft
Nonalcoholic
An extensive non-alcoholic menu with house-made agua fresca, frozen ginger lemonade, and specialty sodas. Customers praise the daily agua fresca as light and refreshing. Prices are reasonable.
Menu strengths
- — Wide variety including house-made agua fresca and specialty sodas.
- — Positive community feedback on the daily agua fresca.
Standout selections
- — Featured Agua Fresca – $4.50; Frozen Horchata – $7.00
Pricing: $4.00–$7.50
Spirits
No dedicated spirits menu, but the cocktail program showcases a diverse range of premium spirits, including tequila, mezcal, vodka, whisky, rum, and gin. Brands like Bulleit Bourbon, Flor de Cana, and Malfy Gin indicate a thoughtful selection.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse selection of premium spirits used in cocktails.
- — Spirits span multiple categories, from reposado tequila to Irish whisky.
Standout selections
- — Bulleit Bourbon (used in Industry Old Fashioned)
- — Flor de Cana 7 yr (used in Clopen)
Pricing: No standalone pricing; spirits are only listed as cocktail ingredients.
How it sits with the food
The menu includes a full food program, with items like Brisket Pastrami and Beef Cakes that were featured on a TV show. The brisket fat-washed Old Fashioned would naturally pair with smoked meats. The wine on tap offers easy-pouring options for a range of dishes, and the frozen horchata could complement spicy fare.
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