Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileJohnny's
Baltimore, MD · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Johnny's runs a serious beverage program from a cocktail-forward perch. House cocktails like the Top Shelf Manhattan and Poolside Punch show range, while a deep spirits list reaches allocated bourbons and local ryes. Wine is organized by food pairing, and zero-proof versions of several cocktails make the bar more than a whiskey stop. Happy hour cuts prices across all categories.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Top Shelf Manhattan for a composed whiskey cocktail, or the Nanahuatzin Negroni for a tequila twist. For a spirit showcase, order Old Rip Van Winkle bourbon or Whistle Pig 10 Year rye. Non-drinkers can request zero-proof versions of select cocktails.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts will find creative house recipes, while whiskey fans can explore a deep bourbon and rye list. Wine drinkers benefit from a pairing-oriented list. The zero-proof options and non-alcoholic beer make it welcoming for designated drivers and abstainers.
- When should I go?
- Brunch offers bottomless mimosas for two hours, making it a weekend draw.
- What should I expect to spend?
- House cocktails range $17-$20, with zero-proof versions at $13. By-the-glass wines go $7-$19, bottles $28-$230. Beers are $7-$8, and premium spirits can reach $65 per pour.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail list is inventive without being precious, and the spirits program is unusually deep for a neighborhood bar, including allocated bourbons and Maryland ryes. Wine is organized by food pairing, a practical touch. Zero-proof versions of several cocktails and a non-alcoholic Prosecco broaden the appeal.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative house list with diverse spirits and housemade ingredients. Highlights include the Top Shelf Manhattan, Nanahuatzin Negroni, and Poolside Punch. Zero-proof versions and happy hour specials add value.
Menu strengths
- — Inventive cocktails using housemade syrups and amari; Zero-proof versions of several cocktails
- — $5 cocktail of the moment during happy hour
Standout selections
- — Top Shelf Manhattan - blend of last season's whiskeys, sweet vermouth, demerara, bitters
- — Nanahuatzin Negroni - reposado tequila, Campari, Montenegro, Lillet, orange
- — Poolside Punch - light & dark rum, Sorel, pineapple, pomegranate, coconut, kumquat
Pricing: House cocktails $17-$20; zero-proof $13; happy hour $5 special
Wine
Broad list with global selections, organized by food pairings. Includes sparkling, white, rosé, and red categories, plus a non-alcoholic Prosecco. Happy hour specials.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive wine list organized by food pairings; Includes non-alcoholic sparkling option
Standout selections
- — Gruet Brut - sparkling, Albuquerque, NM, NV
- — Rioja, Cune 'Crianza' - Spain, 2021
- — Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon - Alexander Valley, CA, 2019
Pricing: By-the-glass $7-$19; bottles $28-$230; happy hour $5 select wines
Beer
Compact but varied list including Mexican lagers, an IPA, a sour, and a cider, plus a non-alcoholic option. Happy hour specials make it easy to try.
Menu strengths
- — Includes a non-alcoholic beer option; Happy hour beer specials
Standout selections
- — Lagunitas IPA - California, 6.2% ABV
- — RaR Stunts! Sour - Cambridge, 4.5% ABV
- — NA Sierra Nevada Trail Pass Golden - USA, <0.5% ABV
Pricing: Beers $7-$8; happy hour $5
Nonalcoholic
Thoughtful non-alcoholic options: zero-proof versions of select cocktails, NA beer, NA Prosecco, housemade kombucha, lemonade, and coffee drinks.
Menu strengths
- — Zero-proof versions of several cocktails; Non-alcoholic beer and sparkling wine available
Standout selections
- — Zero-Proof Cocktails - select house cocktails made without alcohol
- — NA Prosecco, Mionetto - non-alcoholic sparkling wine
Pricing: Zero-proof cocktails $13; NA beer $7; NA Prosecco $13/glass, $52/bottle
Spirits
Deep spirits list across bourbon, rye, scotch, gin, agave, and rum, with allocated bourbons and local Maryland ryes. Premium pours reach $65.
Menu strengths
- — Rare and allocated bourbons like Old Rip Van Winkle
Standout selections
- — Old Rip Van Winkle Bourbon - KY, $46
- — Whistle Pig 10 Yr Straight Rye - VT, $27
- — The Macallan Double Cask 15yr Scotch - SCT, $65
Pricing: Spirits $10-$65 per pour
How it sits with the food
The wine list is organized by food pairings such as Salty & Crispy, Seafood, White Meat, Curious & Delicious, and Burgers & Red Meat, making it easy to match bottles to dishes. Cocktails like the Poolside Punch with rum and tropical flavors could complement spicy or grilled fare, while the Beet the Heat's mezcal and beet might pair with earthy dishes.
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