Bar
Unclaimed profileLounge 43
San Antonio, TX · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Lounge 43, inside Toro Kitchen & Bar, dedicates its cocktail menu to Licor 43, with eight signature drinks like Espresso Enchantment and Golden Rye Delight priced $11–$14. The wine program spans Spain and beyond, backed by a Toro Wine Club. A Gin Bar and shot flights round out the spirits. Martini Wednesday and happy hour deals add value.
- What should I order?
- Start with Espresso Enchantment ($12), a Licor 43 horchata and espresso cocktail with Bruxo X and Kahlua. For a whiskey-forward option, Golden Rye Delight ($12) combines Licor 43 with Bulleit rye and sweet vermouth. Wine drinkers can explore Spanish bottles, from Celeste Verdejo by the glass to Vega Sicilia Unico.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking a themed, Licor 43-centric menu will find much to explore. Wine club members and those interested in Spanish wines will appreciate the extensive list and educational resources. The Gin Bar and shot flights appeal to spirit explorers.
- When should I go?
- Martini Wednesday offers $8 martinis all day. Happy hour features select cocktails and draft beer at $8 and $6 respectively, making it a budget-friendly time to sample the menu.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $11 to $14, with some drops to $8 during happy hour and Martini Wednesday. Wine by the glass starts around $9, and bottles from $28 to $880. Wine club membership is $59 monthly or $649 yearly.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail program is devoted to Licor 43, infusing the liqueur into globally inspired drinks. The wine program includes a Toro Wine Club with monthly allocations and educational materials like a tasting guide and scoring card.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A dedicated cocktail menu showcases signature drinks infused with Licor 43, inspired by global regions. Eight named cocktails span espresso, rye, passion fruit, and coconut flavors. Prices range $11-$14, with deals on Martini Wednesday and happy hour.
Menu strengths
- — The Licor 43 theme is consistent and distinctive, with each cocktail built around that liqueur.
- — The menu offers clear variety, from coffee-based Dark Elysium to tropical Island Illusion.
Standout selections
- — Espresso Enchantment ($12) layers Licor 43 horchata with Bruxo X, Kahlua, agave, and espresso.
- — Golden Rye Delight ($12) mixes Licor 43 with Bulleit rye, sweet vermouth, and Angostura bitters.
- — Royal Passion ($14) combines Licor 43, Empress, lemon, egg white, passion fruit, and grapefruit bitters.
Pricing: $11-$14; select cocktails $8 during happy hour; martinis $8 on Wednesdays
Wine
Extensive Spanish and international wine list with red, white, sparkling, and rosé by glass and bottle. The Toro Wine Club adds a membership layer with monthly bottles and educational resources. Prices span affordable to premium.
Menu strengths
- — The wine list covers major styles and regions, with a strong Spanish focus.
- — The Toro Wine Club provides ongoing engagement with monthly bottle selections and educational tools.
Standout selections
- — Vega Sicilia, Unico, Ribera del Duero, Spain ($880/bottle) is a top-tier Spanish red.
- — Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley ($144/bottle) offers a California classic.
- — Campo Viejo Cava Brut, Catalonia ($28/bottle) provides an approachable sparkling option.
- — Celeste Verdejo, Rueda ($10 glass/$32 bottle) is a crisp white by the glass.
Pricing: Glasses from $9; bottles from $28 to $880; house wine $6 during happy hour
Beer
Beer options include draft, domestic, import, and seasonal selections. The category is present but less detailed than cocktails or wine.
Menu strengths
- — Offers a range of beer types, including draft and seasonal.
Standout selections
- — Toro Kitchen & Bar offers draft beer, domestic, imports, and seasonal beers.
Pricing: Draft beer $6 during happy hour
Spirits
A dedicated Gin Bar section features gin-based cocktails, while the broader spirit program includes tequila, mezcal, rum, and whiskey drinks. Chupitos and a three-shot flight are available. Power Hour discounts house spirits.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated Gin Bar section with cocktails priced $10-$15.
- — Chupitos and a shot flight offer a playful way to sample spirits.
Standout selections
- — Toro ($14) mixes Cuervo tradicional blanco with hellfire bitters, cucumber, and a chamoy rim.
- — La Mancha ($15) uses Maestro dobel with orange, grapefruit, lime, and a chili rim.
- — Torres' Paloma ($13) pairs Milagro tequila with grapefruit soda and ancho liqueur.
Pricing: Gin Bar cocktails $10-$15; Power Hour $2 off house spirits
How it sits with the food
As part of Toro Kitchen & Bar, the beverage program complements a Spanish culinary experience, with wine selections ranging from Spanish sparkling Cava to Rioja rosé.
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