Bar
Unclaimed profileOld Town Draught House
Greensboro, NC · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Old Town Draught House runs a holiday-themed cocktail list with five named drinks, a wine list spanning whites, reds, rosé, and bubbles, and 27 rotating taps. The beer selection is wide, from PBR to IPAs. Cocktails show ambition with ingredients like chai-infused half and half and egg whites. Wine pricing is friendly, with glasses from $6 to $8.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Dasher, a rum-based cocktail with chai-infused half and half and a cinnamon rim, for a seasonal twist. For beer, try a rotating tap or a can of Bell's Two Hearted IPA. Wine drinkers can pick a glass of the Alpataco Malbec.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- People who like creative, seasonal cocktails and a broad beer selection will find plenty to explore. The range of wines at modest prices also suits casual drinkers.
- When should I go?
- A recent customer account mentions specific drink specials during a soccer match, suggesting game times bring value. Otherwise, the rotating taps make any visit an occasion to try something new.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails have no listed prices, but wine glasses run $6–$8 and bottles $23–$31. Canned and bottled beers range from $3 to $10, and nonalcoholic drinks are $3.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu is built around holiday-themed names, with each drink detailed and distinct. The beer program's 27 rotating taps plus a large can and bottle list gives it bar-wide appeal. Wine is also available by the glass or bottle at accessible prices.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail menu lists five house drinks—Vixen, Comet, Blitzen, Dasher, and Prancer—each with detailed ingredients. The lineup is creative and holiday-themed, using spirits like tequila, bourbon, gin, rum, and vodka, with touches like coconut milk, egg whites, and chai-infused half and half.
Menu strengths
- — Five distinct house cocktails with clear, detailed recipes show a thoughtful approach.
- — Seasonal theme gives the menu a coherent identity beyond standard bar offerings.
Standout selections
- — Dasher combines rum with chai-infused half and half and a cinnamon rim.
- — Comet layers bourbon, Campari, orange juice, and egg whites.
Pricing: No prices listed for cocktails
Wine
The wine list covers whites, reds, rosé, and bubbles, with glass and bottle options. Selections include a Vinho Verde, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Malbec, Pinot Noir, Cabernet, a red blend, and a rosé, representing regions like California, Portugal, New Zealand, Argentina, and Washington.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of styles and regions in one list, from Vinho Verde to Cabernet.
- — Affordable glass prices starting at $6 allow easy sampling.
Standout selections
- — Butternut Chardonnay from California offers tropical flavors at $7/$27.
- — Alpataco Malbec from Argentina shows spice and plum notes at $6/$27.
Pricing: Glasses $6–$8; bottles $23–$31
Beer
Beer is a major focus with 27 rotating taps and a large can and bottle list. Styles include stouts, lagers, IPAs, and ciders. Canned and bottled prices range from $3 to $10, and a customer account mentions $3 Modelo drafts during a soccer match.
Menu strengths
- — 27 rotating taps offer constant variety for beer drinkers.
- — Broad can and bottle selection spans from budget PBR to craft IPAs.
- — Canned and bottled prices range from $3 to $10, providing options.
Standout selections
- — Bell's Two Hearted IPA is a reliable choice at $7.
- — Guinness Dry Irish Stout is available for $6.
- — PBR Always at $3 offers a low-cost option.
Pricing: Cans/bottles $3–$10
Nonalcoholic
The nonalcoholic selection includes standard beverages: ginger ale, pink lemonade, tonic, sweet tea, and unsweetened tea. Each is priced at $3, offering simple alternatives for those not drinking alcohol.
Menu strengths
- — Several standard options cover common preferences.; Uniform $3 pricing is straightforward.
Standout selections
- — Sweet tea at $3 is a classic choice.
- — Pink lemonade at $3 provides a non-caffeinated option.
Pricing: All $3
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