Restaurant
Unclaimed profileJewel of the South
New Orleans, LA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Jewel of the South's cocktail program is a history-steeped operation with classic technique and seasonal invention, earning World's 50 Best Bars and a James Beard Award. The menu spans classics to inventive builds like Feast of Avalon and Curried Banana Colada, with bottled cocktails for home. Wine and nonalcoholic options hold their own, making this a serious all-round beverage destination.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Feast of Avalon ($16), a blend of Pineau des Charentes and Ardbeg 10 Year with pomegranate and Bengal spice tea syrup. For a spirit-forward turn, the Solid Gold Fashioned ($27) showcases Elijah Craig Private Barrel 10 Year.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking award-winning classics and inventive originals will find much to explore. The range of prices and styles, from $15 classics to $58 luxury builds, suits both casual drinkers and connoisseurs.
- When should I go?
- The bar is suitable for an evening out when you can take your time with the cocktail list. The availability of bottled cocktails for pickup also makes it a good stop for a special occasion at home.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $15 to $58, with most originals around $16. Non-alcoholic options are $11 to $13. Wine by the glass starts at $15, bottles from $60 to $550.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A James Beard Award and World's 50 Best Bars recognition underline the cocktail program's pedigree. The menu's creative range is unusual, with drinks like the Tipitina ($17) blending rye, amaro, Thai banana, and Yellow Chartreuse, alongside bottled cocktails for pickup.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail program is award-winning, recognized by the World's 50 Best Bars and a James Beard Award. The menu spans classics and inventive originals, with detailed ingredient lists and a price range of $15 to $58. Bottled cocktails are available for pickup.
Menu strengths
- — Award-winning program with international recognition.; Menu balances classic technique with seasonal, innovative flavors.
- — Range from $15 classics to $58 high-end builds.
Standout selections
- — Feast of Avalon ($16) – Pineau des Charentes, Ardbeg 10 Year, pomegranate, Bengal spice tea syrup, lemon.
- — Curried Banana Colada ($16.50) – Don Q and Hamilton rums with curried banana and turmeric ginger honey.
- — Tipitina ($17) – Rittenhouse rye, amaro blend, Thai banana, Yellow Chartreuse.
- — Sour Cherry Negroni ($16) – J. Rieger gin with cherry-infused aperitivo.
Pricing: $15-$58
Wine
The wine list spans sparkling, white, rosé, and red from various regions, with a focus on value and drinkability. Several wines are offered by the glass, including a Spanish sparkling and a rosé. Bottles range from $60 to $550.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse regional selection with a value-focused philosophy.; Several by-the-glass options allow exploration without full bottles.
Standout selections
- — 2021 Raventós i Blanc – Penedés sparkling, glass $17, bottle $76.
- — 2022 Jean-Jacques Girard Meursault-Charmes Premier Cru – $300 Burgundy Chardonnay.
- — 2023 Domaine Diochon Moulin-à-Vent – $80 Beaujolais Gamay.
Pricing: Bottles $60-$550; glasses $15-$32
Nonalcoholic
A concise nonalcoholic program offers four creative cocktails using non-alcoholic spirits and aperitifs. Prices are accessible at $11 to $13, and the builds mirror the inventive style of the main cocktail list.
Menu strengths
- — Creative use of non-alcoholic spirits and aperitifs.; Affordable pricing within the bar's range.
Standout selections
- — Faux-Groni ($13) – Lyre's Dry London Spirit with non-alcoholic aperitivo and bitter.
- — Floreal And Tonic ($11) – Martini and Rossi 'Floreale' with tonic and lime.
Pricing: $11-$13
Spirits
Spirits-forward cocktails showcase premium and rare bottles, including Elijah Craig Private Barrel and Remy XO Cognac. The range of base spirits is broad, from rye and bourbon to rum and mezcal. Prices reach $58 for high-end pours.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive use of premium and rare spirits in cocktails.
- — Broad range of base spirits from bourbon to cachaça and cognac.
Standout selections
- — Jewel Sazerac ($15) – Sazerac 100 Proof Rye with Madeira and Peychaud's bitters.
- — Solid Gold Fashioned ($27) – Elijah Craig Private Barrel 10 Year.
- — Upper Crusta ($58) – Remy XO Cognac, Grand Marnier, and Luxardo Maraschino.
Pricing: $15-$58
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