Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileMonkey’s Tail
Houston, TX · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Monkey’s Tail runs a creative cocktail program with a strong margarita presence, from frozen singles to half-gallon take-home Tommy’s. Canned wines and a dedicated no-alcohol section round out an ordering menu built for flexibility. Customers mention the Pepino Sour and Lemon Drop, noting the cocktails are tasty though some may be less strong.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Pepino Sour, a vodka, fresh cucumber, lime, and simple syrup mix available canned at $22. For sharing, the half-gallon Tommy’s Margarita ($60) uses Pueblo Viejo Blanco tequila and fresh lime. The frozen Tommy’s Marg LG ($13) offers a single-serve version.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail drinkers who appreciate creative, fruit-forward drinks and tequila-focused margaritas will find familiar ground. Those who prefer a lighter buzz should note that some cocktails may be less strong, per customer feedback.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from a $13 frozen margarita to a $22 canned Pepino Sour; half-gallon Tommy’s Margarita runs $60. Canned wines are $10-$13. Non-alcoholic drinks range from $4 to $8.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The online ordering menu emphasizes take-home formats: cocktail gallons, canned cocktails, and a dedicated NO ALCOHOL section with mocktails like TROPI-CARAJILLO. This flexibility supports both at-home and on-site drinking.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail menu is extensive, featuring margaritas in multiple forms, a Pepino Sour, and canned options. It as creative and note the Pepino Sour and Lemon Drop stands out repeatedly. Some cocktails may be less strong.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple margarita formats: frozen, single, and half-gallon.; Creative menu with customer-mentioned Pepino Sour and Lemon Drop.
Standout selections
- — Pepino Sour – vodka, fresh cucumber, lime, simple syrup; $22 canned.
- — Tommy's Margarita – Pueblo Viejo Blanco tequila, fresh lime; $60 half gallon.
- — FROZEN Tommy's Marg LG – Cazadores Blanco, lime, agave; $13.
Pricing: $13 frozen margarita; $22 canned Pepino Sour; $60 half-gallon Tommy's Margarita.
Wine
A compact canned wine list includes rosé, pinot gris, chardonnay, sparkling, and pinot noir. All are single-serve cans, offering easy variety without a full bottle commitment.
Menu strengths
- — Six canned wine options covering still, sparkling, and rosé.
Standout selections
- — Sway Rose 355 ML – canned rosé, $13.
- — Underwood Pinot Gris 355ml – canned white, $10.
- — Stoller Pinot Noir 250ML – canned red, $10.
Pricing: Canned wines $10-$13.
Beer
The beer list focuses exclusively on non-alcoholic options from Einbecker and Mesh Gang, including a cerveza, stout, and IPA. All are priced at $5, making them an accessible alternative.
Menu strengths
- — Four non-alcoholic beer choices at a uniform $5.
- — Includes a stout and IPA for variety beyond standard lagers.
Standout selections
- — Einbecker – non-alcoholic beer, $5.; Mesh Gang Lesser Evil Stout – non-alcoholic stout, $5.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic beers $5 each.
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated NO ALCOHOL section lists mocktails, sodas, and non-alcoholic beers. Mocktails like TROPI-CARAJILLO and VIVA MARACUYA show crafted recipes with syrups and fresh juices.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated section with eight non-alcoholic drink options.; Mocktails feature layered ingredients like espresso, pineapple, and mango syrup.
Standout selections
- — TROPI-CARAJILLO – espresso, pineapple, gomme and tiki syrups; $8.
- — VIVA MARACUYA – mango syrup, lime, club soda; $7.
- — TORONJAJA – grapefruit, strawberry syrup, firewater bitters; $7.
Pricing: Mocktails and non-alcoholic drinks $4-$8.
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