Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileO'Shaughnessy Distilling Co.
Minneapolis, MN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
O'Shaughnessy Distilling Co. Is a distillery and cocktail bar centered on Keeper's Heart whiskey. The cocktail list is extensive, with inventive combinations like the Caislean and Killarney, all at $11. Non-alcoholic versions of select cocktails are available for $10. The spirits program showcases the house whiskey neat, on the rocks, or in highballs. Guests have praised the cocktail served during distillery tours and the overall beverage quality.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Caislean, mixing Keeper's Heart with apricot, black tea, lemon, and tarragon. For something savory, the Killarney with radicchio and orange bitters. A neat pour of Keeper's Heart showcases the house blend. Non-alcoholic versions of select cocktails are available.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Whiskey enthusiasts will appreciate the in-house distillery focus. Cocktail lovers seeking creative, well-priced drinks will find much to like. The non-alcoholic options also make it welcoming for those abstaining.
- When should I go?
- Anytime, but the distillery tour with a cocktail is a notable experience. The bar setting suits both casual visits and special occasions.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Signature cocktails are uniformly $11, with non-alcoholic versions at $10. Whiskey neat is $8, on the rocks or highball $9. Note that a 20% service charge is added automatically.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- It's a working distillery producing Keeper's Heart, a blend of Irish and American whiskeys, under Master Distiller Brian Nation. The cocktail menu is built around this house spirit, offering a cohesive identity rare in cocktail bars.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A creative, whiskey-focused cocktail list with eight signature offerings, each featuring Keeper's Heart and inventive ingredients like radicchio, raspberry, and pickled jalapeño. Non-alcoholic versions are available for select drinks.
Menu strengths
- — Cocktails are designed to pair with the food menu.
Standout selections
- — Caislean: Keeper's Heart, apricot, black tea, lemon, tarragon.
- — Killarney: Keeper's Heart, radicchio, lemon, orange bitters.
Pricing: Signature cocktails are uniformly priced at $11.
Nonalcoholic
Several signature cocktails are available in non-alcoholic versions at a lower price, offering a thoughtful option for those avoiding alcohol. The list includes Caislean, Killarney, Payanelo, Taspey, Galway, Fleurdally, and Fujinobu.
Standout selections
- — Non-alcoholic versions of Caislean, Killarney, and other signature cocktails.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic versions of select cocktails are $10.
Spirits
The venue is a distillery producing Keeper's Heart, a blended Irish and American whiskey. Whiskey is served neat, on the rocks, or in highballs and cocktails, with a master distiller at the helm.
Menu strengths
- — Whiskey is featured prominently across the drink menu.
Standout selections
- — Keeper's Heart highball with seltzer water.
Pricing: Whiskey neat is $8, on the rocks $9, highball $9.
How it sits with the food
Cocktails are designed to pair with the food menu, and the food menu is crafted to complement the whiskey. Specific pairings are not detailed in the evidence.
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