Restaurant
Unclaimed profileLa Bodega
Kansas City, MO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
La Bodega's beverage program leans hard into Spanish tradition, with a gin-centric cocktail list, an extensive wine selection organized by style, and sherry, port, and vermouth by the glass. Cocktails range from $12 to $17, and happy hour cuts sangria prices in half. Mocktails are also present, making the bar accessible to all.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Martini Classico, a Mahon gin infused with citrus olive oil, or the Negroni Español with Cueva Nueva Vermut. For wine, try the Columna Albariño or a glass of Lustau 'Jarana' Fino Sherry. End with Spanish Coffee, flamed with cinnamon and sugar.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Spanish wine enthusiasts, gin lovers, and those seeking a well-rounded beverage program with nonalcoholic options. The variety across meal periods suits both casual brunch and dinner.
- When should I go?
- The cocktail menu is consistent across lunch, brunch, and dinner, so any time works.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails $12–$17; wines by the glass $8–$29, bottles $36–$155; sherry/port/vermouth by the glass $8–$21; mocktails $6–$12.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A Spanish-themed program with a dedicated gin & tonic focus, a wine list spanning Spanish, French, Italian, and New World regions, and sherry, port, and vermouth by the glass. Dessert cocktails like Spanish Coffee add a theatrical finish.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Spanish and gin-focused cocktail list with signature drinks like gin & tonics, Spanish mule, old fashioned, and martini classico. Available across lunch, brunch, and dinner. Happy hour offers 50% off sangria.
Menu strengths
- — Emphasis on Spanish and gin-based drinks; Cocktails available at all meal periods
Standout selections
- — Martini Classico – Mahon gin infused with Mediterranean citrus olive oil, $17
- — Negroni Español – Cueva Nueva Vermut, Mahon gin, Bonanto, $17
- — Spanish Coffee – coffee liqueur, 151 rum, Roasterie coffee, flamed cinnamon & sugar rim, $15
Pricing: Cocktails $12–$17; dessert cocktails $13–$15.
Wine
Extensive wine list organized by Espumoso, Rosado, Blanco, and Tinto, with strong Spanish representation and international selections. Sherry and port by the glass. Sangria is a house specialty.
Menu strengths
- — Strong Spanish representation; Wide range by glass and bottle
Standout selections
- — Columna Albariño – Rias Baixas, $15/$60
- — Lustau 'Jarana' Fino – Jerez, $9
- — Graham's 6 Grape Ruby Port – $12
Pricing: Glasses $8–$29; bottles $36–$155.
Nonalcoholic
Three mocktails (Virgin Sangria, Virgin Mojito, Empress) plus standard soft drinks, sparkling water, iced tea, and coffee. Offers a respectable range for nondrinkers.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of mocktails; Includes nonalcoholic sangria and mojito
Standout selections
- — Empress – cucumber & strawberry, lemon, agave, cranberry, pineapple & club soda, $12
Pricing: Mocktails $6–$12.
Spirits
Spanish spirits are a key focus, with sherry, vermouth, and port offered by the glass. These also appear in cocktails, reinforcing the Spanish theme.
Menu strengths
- — Strong Spanish spirits focus; Sherry, vermouth, and port by the glass
Standout selections
- — Lustau 'Jarana' Fino Sherry – $9
- — Graham's 6 Grape Ruby Port – $12
Pricing: Sherry $8–$12; port $11–$21; vermouth $8–$10.
How it sits with the food
The wine list's Spanish categories (Espumoso, Rosado, Blanco, Tinto) align with tapas-style food, while sherry and vermouth pair naturally with Spanish cuisine. Cocktails like the Spanish Mule and Mezcal Old Fashioned can stand up to bold flavors.
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