Bar
Unclaimed profileLocked Barrel
Sacramento, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Locked Barrel is a whiskey-focused bar with a deep spirits program and a creative cocktail list. House cocktails like the Smoked Old Fashioned and Honey Badger show ambition, while the classic whiskey section covers standards. The real draw is the extensive whiskey selection, with dozens of flights and private picks. A solid choice for whiskey enthusiasts in.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Smoked Old Fashioned, a house signature with Michter's or Sazerac Rye, cherry smoke, and Luxardo cherry. For a deeper dive, choose a flight like the House Private Selection or the Elijah Craig flight to sample multiple expressions.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Whiskey enthusiasts will find much to explore with hundreds of selections and many flights. Cocktail drinkers who appreciate classic and creative whiskey-based drinks will also feel at home. Those seeking a quick beer during happy hour may find value.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour is mentioned for reduced beer prices, making it a good time for a casual drink. Evenings are likely best for the full whiskey experience, though specific hours are not confirmed.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails are priced around $14 to $18. Flights range from $30 to $80, with the House Private Selection at $40 and the Garrison Brothers at $80.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The standout is the whiskey list: hundreds of bourbons, ryes, scotches, and other whiskies from around the world, with numerous single barrel selections and private picks. The flight program is extensive, covering brands like 1792, Elijah Craig, Four Roses, and Macallan, allowing for comparative tastings.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative house cocktails and a solid classic whiskey section. House creations like Honey Badger and Goma-Sai show ambition, while classics like Paper Plane and Boulevardier cover standards. Community feedback praises the old fashioned.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse house cocktail list with creative ingredients.; Classic whiskey cocktail section for traditionalists.
- — Positive community feedback on cocktail quality, especially the old fashioned.
Standout selections
- — Smoked Old Fashioned: Michter's or Sazerac Rye, Angostura, Luxardo, orange peel, cherry smoke.
- — Honey Badger: Blade & Bow, Yellow Chartreuse honey, ginger, lemon, rosemary.
- — Goma-Sai: Japanese whisky, ginger syrup, honey, fresh lemon juice.
Pricing: Smoked Old Fashioned $14, E.H. Taylor Old Fashioned $18
Beer
Beer is available, but evidence is limited to community mentions of happy hour specials. No first-party beer menu was found, so the program appears minimal or underdocumented.
Menu strengths
- — Beer available during happy hour at reduced prices.
Pricing: Happy hour specials include beer at reduced prices.
Spirits
Extensive whiskey list with hundreds of selections from around the world, numerous flights, and many single barrel private picks. The flight program is a major strength, offering curated tastings across brands.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive whiskey selection with many rare and allocated bottles.
- — Wide variety of tasting flights covering multiple brands and styles.
Standout selections
- — House Private Selection Flight: Four pours from current private select options.
- — Elijah Craig Flight: Small Batch, Rye, Toasted, Barrel Proof.
- — Garrison Brothers Flight: Guadalupe, Balmorhea, Lady Bird, Laguna Madre.
- — Macallan Flight: 12 year Sherry, Harmony, Night on Earth, Classic Cut.
Pricing: Flights range from $30 to $80; House Private Selection $40, 1792 $38, Amador $30, Elijah Craig $44, Garrison Brothers $80.
How it sits with the food
The food menu includes items like Whiskey Tots and Irish Pots De Creme with Buffalo Trace infused whiskey cream, which pair naturally with the whiskey-forward beverage program.
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