Restaurant
Unclaimed profileKing G - Bar and Delicatessen
Kansas City, MO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
King G is a bar with a serious beverage program. The cocktail list leans on house-made ingredients like strawberry-infused vodka and smoked peach bitters, while the beer menu covers local drafts and rare Belgian lambics. Spirits span from everyday pours to a $130 Willet 12-year. The wine list is diverse, with orange wine and sparkling options. It's a neighborhood bar that doesn't play it safe.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Strawberry Feels, which uses strawberry-infused vodka and lychee liqueur. For something smoky, the Pony Express pairs Rittenhouse rye with lapsang souchong tea. Beer lovers should try the Oude Pinot Noir Tilquin, a wild-fermented lambic with pinot noir grapes.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative, house-made drinks will find plenty to explore. Beer geeks will appreciate the rare lambics and local drafts. Whiskey drinkers have a deep selection, from Blanton's to Willet 12-year. The bar's attentive staff, as noted by guests, enhances the experience.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are ideal for exploring the full cocktail and spirits list. The basement 'Pit Bar' offers a private space for groups of 25-35, making it a good spot for events.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails are reasonably priced, with non-alcoholic options around $10. Draft beers start at $4 for 12oz. Wines by the glass range from $10 to $13. High-end spirits can reach $130 for a 2oz pour.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The program's breadth is unusual for a neighborhood bar: a cocktail list with house-made infusions and bitters, a beer list with rare lambics like Tilquin, and a spirits list with top-shelf pours. The 'bar and delicatessen' concept adds a casual, unpretentious feel.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A lengthy specialty list with creative ingredients like strawberry-infused vodka and smoked peach bitters. House-made sodas and syrups elevate the program.
Standout selections
- — Strawberry Feels: strawberry-infused vodka, lychee liqueur, mint, soda water.
- — Pony Express: Rittenhouse rye, lapsang souchong tea, apricot liqueur, honey-ginger syrup.
- — Spritz #8: elderflower, Sibona Camomile, velvet falernum, mint, bubbles.
Pricing: Cocktail prices not listed on the menu
Wine
Diverse selection covering orange wine, sparkling, and rosé from multiple countries. Prices are accessible, with several options by the glass. The list is not as deep as the spirits or beer programs.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse wine selection including orange wine and sparkling rosé.
Standout selections
- — Delta Cabernet: California cabernet, glass $11, bottle $35.
- — Séance: California pinot noir, glass $12, bottle $36.
- — Henry Varnay: Loire Valley blanc de blanc brut, glass $10, bottle $30.
Pricing: Glass $10-$13; bottles $30-$40 for listed examples
Beer
Extensive beer list with local breweries and rare Belgian lambics. Draft pours are reasonably priced, and the bottled selection includes sought-after wild ales. Pricing is incomplete for some items.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive beer list with local and rare international selections.
Standout selections
- — Alma Mader Hank: American lager, 12oz $5, 19oz $7.
- — Boulevard Tank 7: farmhouse saison, 14oz $7.
- — Oude Pinot Noir Tilquin À L'ancienne: wild-fermented with pinot noir grapes, 750ml $47.
Pricing: Draft $4-$8; bottles up to $47 for Tilquin
Nonalcoholic
A small but thoughtful selection of non-alcoholic cocktails and one N/A beer. The cocktails use house-made blends and interesting ingredients, though the range is limited compared to the alcoholic offerings.
Menu strengths
- — Several non-alcoholic cocktails and a non-alcoholic beer are offered.
Standout selections
- — Starlet Letter: NA aperitivo/amaro blend, orgeat, lime, ginger beer.
Pricing: Starlet Letter $10
Spirits
A vast spirits list spanning bourbon, rye, scotch, Japanese whisky, tequila, mezcal, and more. Many are available in 1oz and 2oz pours, with rare and high-end bottles like Willet 12-year and Whistle Pig 18. Pricing is incomplete for some items.
Menu strengths
- — Very extensive spirits selection with many rare and high-end bottles.
Standout selections
- — Angel's Envy: 1oz $9, 2oz $16.
- — Willet Family Estate 12 year Single Barrel: 1oz $70, 2oz $130.
Pricing: 1oz $9-$70; 2oz $16-$130 for listed examples
How it sits with the food
While food is not the focus, the bar's deli concept pairs well with its beverage list. The Pony Express's smoky tea notes could complement cured meats, and the Cactus Garden's prickly pear and lime might brighten a sandwich. The beer list's local drafts are versatile for bar snacks.
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