Restaurant
Unclaimed profileMarble Tap Room
Albuquerque, NM · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Marble Tap Room pours its own beers across IPAs, lagers, ales, and seasonal experiments, with standouts like One Eleven IPA and Soft Launch. The cocktail list includes the Cooper Chute and a Chile Mango Margarita, while the wine list sticks to Gruet. Non-alcoholic drinkers get Athletic Brewing beers, a Mock-a-rita, and kombucha.
- What should I order?
- Start with the house-brewed One Eleven IPA, a 6.9% ABV IPA, or the Belgian-inspired Double White at 7.0% ABV. For something fruit-forward, Soft Launch blends pineapple, orange, and lime. If you prefer a cocktail, the Cooper Chute mixes blueberry lavender vodka with fresh lemon and agave.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will appreciate the variety of house-brewed styles, from the classic India Pale Ale to the hazy Desert Fog. Those avoiding alcohol can still find a full experience with Athletic Brewing IPAs and a Mock-a-rita. The cocktail list offers familiar classics and house originals, appealing to a broad range of tastes.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- Marble Tap Room combines a brewery's extensive house beer list with a cocktail program that includes the Cooper Chute and a Chile Mango Margarita, plus an all-Gruet wine selection. Non-alcoholic options are equally considered, with Athletic Brewing beers and a Mock-a-rita.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail menu spans classics and house originals, including the Cooper Chute with blueberry lavender vodka, the Chile Mango Margarita, and an Old Fashioned built on Big Nose Kate Whiskey. The Marble Mule offers a choice of spirits with Bundaberg ginger beer.
Menu strengths
- — A mix of classic and original cocktails, from a Gin & Tonic to the Cooper Chute.
- — The Old Fashioned uses award-winning Big Nose Kate Whiskey with organic agave and Angostura bitters.
- — The Marble Mule allows spirit choice, paired with fresh lime and Bundaberg ginger beer.
Standout selections
- — Cooper Chute: Teller Blueberry Lavender Vodka, fresh lemon, organic agave, Angostura bitters, topped with soda.
- — Classic or Chile Mango Margarita: La Reforma Agave Spirit with Tajin or salted rim.
- — Old Fashioned: Big Nose Kate Whiskey, organic agave, Angostura bitters, brandy cherry.
Wine
A compact wine list focuses entirely on Gruet, offering a Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Sparkling. It's a straightforward selection that covers white, red, and sparkling without venturing beyond one producer.
Menu strengths
- — All wines come from Gruet, a producer with a known New Mexico presence.
- — The list includes sparkling, white, and red options, covering basic wine types.
- — Gruet Sparkling appears in the Mimosa cocktail, linking the wine list to the bar program.
Standout selections
- — Chardonnay — Gruet Chardonnay.; Pinot Noir — Gruet Pinot Noir.
Beer
House-brewed beers dominate with a wide range of styles: IPAs like One Eleven and Desert Fog, the Belgian-inspired Double White, the fruity Soft Launch, and the Mexican-style Cerveza. Seasonal and experimental offerings add depth, and customers have praised the Uptown Brown.
Menu strengths
- — A deep house-brewed list spanning IPAs, lagers, ales, and seasonal offerings.
- — Named standouts include One Eleven IPA, Double White, Soft Launch, and Desert Fog.
- — A recent customer account praised the Uptown Brown and experimental offerings.
Standout selections
- — One Eleven IPA: ABQ IPA, 6.9% ABV.; Double White: Belgian-inspired wheat beer, 7.0% ABV.
- — Soft Launch: Fruit beer with pineapple, orange, and lime, 6.7% ABV.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic offerings are comprehensive: Athletic Brewing Run Wild IPA and Upside Dawn Golden Ale, a Mock-a-rita using Almave agave spirit, and kombucha in prickly pear or blue butterfly flavors.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple non-alcoholic beers from Athletic Brewing, including an IPA and golden ale.
- — The Mock-a-rita provides a cocktail-like option with Almave non-alcoholic agave spirit.
- — Kombucha comes in two flavors, prickly pear and blue butterfly.
Standout selections
- — Athletic Brewing Co. Run Wild IPA; Mock-a-rita: Almave agave distilled non-alcoholic spirit, salted rim, lime.
How it sits with the food
The Chile Mango Margarita pairs with spicy dishes, while the Cerveza lager suits lighter fare. The Double White's Belgian character could complement seafood or salads.
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