Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileLouie's Wine Dive & Clayton Kitchen
Clayton, MO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Louie's Wine Dive & Kitchen pairs a deep wine list with creative cocktails and a serious spirits collection. House-made syrups and local craft beers keep the program grounded, while happy hour deals on wine bottles and classic cocktails add practical appeal. A beverage director's rotating glass specials signal ongoing attention to the wine program.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Old World Fashioned, a blend of cognac and rye with champagne syrup. For wine, explore the VinZant Wines selections, especially the 'Evie En Rosé'. Happy hour brings an Old Fashioned for $7 and 25% off wine bottles.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the global list and rotating specials. Cocktail lovers can explore creative house-made syrups. Bourbon fans have a wide range to sample. Non-drinkers have thoughtful Seedlip-based options.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $7 to $16. Wine bottles range from $41 to $185, with happy hour discounts. Draft beers are $7-$8. Spirits pours range from $9 to $28.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The combination of a 'wine dive' concept with an extensive spirits list and creative cocktail program is distinctive. House-made syrups and local craft beers add regional character, while the beverage director's rotating glass specials keep the wine offering dynamic.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative cocktail list with house-made syrups and signature drinks. Happy hour specials on classics. Non-alcoholic Seedlip options add breadth.
Menu strengths
- — House-made ingredients like lavender, spiced pineapple, and champagne syrups
- — Happy hour pricing on classic cocktails; Inclusive of non-alcoholic Seedlip-based cocktails
Standout selections
- — Old World Fashioned: Pierre Ferrand 1840 cognac, Rittenhouse rye, champagne syrup, bitters
- — Winter Daiquiri: Havana Club dark rum, lime, spiced pineapple syrup
- — The 'L Cup': Grey Goose Le Citron, St. Germain, lemon, cranberry
Pricing: Cocktails generally range from $7 to $16; happy hour Old Fashioned and Moscow Mule are $7 each.
Wine
Extensive global wine list including sparkling, white, red, and rosé. Rotating glass specials from the beverage director. Happy hour discount on bottles.
Menu strengths
- — Broad selection across regions and styles; Rotating glass specials from beverage director
Standout selections
- — Champagne, Collet ($118); Sancerre, Domaine Gueneau ($68)
- — Rosé of Syrah, VinZant Wines, 'Evie En Rosé'
Pricing: Wine bottles range from $41 to $185; happy hour offers 25% off all bottles.
Beer
Focused local craft beer list with regional taps and bottles. Reasonable pricing. Includes non-alcoholic option.
Menu strengths
- — Local craft focus (Urban Chestnut, Schlafly, Boulevard); Reasonable draft prices
Standout selections
- — Boulevard 'Tank 7' Farmhouse Ale; Urban Chestnut 'Zwickel' Bavarian Lager
- — Four Hands 'Single Speed' Session IPA
Pricing: Draft beers $7-$8; domestic bottles $4; non-alcoholic beer $6.
Nonalcoholic
Thoughtful non-alcoholic program with Seedlip-based cocktails, non-alcoholic beer, and coffee/tea/juice options. Creative and inclusive.
Menu strengths
- — Seedlip-based cocktails (Little Rascal, Orchard Runner); Heineken 0.0 available
Standout selections
- — Little Rascal: Seedlip Spice 94, blueberry & charred rosemary, lime juice, rosemary salt
- — Orchard Runner: Seedlip Spice 94, cinnamon apple shrub, lemon juice, seltzer
Pricing: Coffee $4, French press $7, tea $4, juice $5, Heineken 0.0 $6.
Spirits
Comprehensive spirits list covering bourbon, rye, whiskey, vodka, gin, tequila, rum, and more. Includes rare and premium selections, plus local spirits.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive bourbon and rye selection; Premium and rare offerings
- — Local spirits like Lifted Spirits and 360 Vodka
Standout selections
- — Blanton's Single Barrel Bourbon; Booker's Small Batch Bourbon
- — Hibiki Harmony; Don Julio 1942 Tequila
Pricing: Spirits pours range from $9 to $28, with premium offerings like Don Julio 1942 at $28.
How it sits with the food
The wine list's global selections pair naturally with the locally sourced cuisine. The extensive spirits list offers digestifs or cocktail pairings. Brunch mimosas and specialty cocktails complement a weekend meal.
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