Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileRipple Wine Bar & Restaurant | Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati, OH · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Ripple Wine Bar & Restaurant centers its beverage program on a deep, well-priced wine list with half pours and a six-wine flight, supported by a creative cocktail menu and a dedicated wine club. The Wine Cats club adds educational value, while mocktails and a non-alcoholic beer broaden accessibility. Cocktails lean on named spirits and playful ingredients, but the wine program is the clear draw.
- What should I order?
- Start with a half pour of Hunky Dory Sauvignon Blanc to sample the list. For cocktails, the Friend of the Devil balances bourbon with blackberry, and the Fire on the Mountain adds a red wine float. The six-wine flight offers a regional tour.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts seeking variety and value, especially those who like half pours and tasting flights. Cocktail fans will find creative options, and non-drinkers have mocktail and non-alcoholic beer choices.
- When should I go?
- Evenings when you want to explore wines by the glass or flight; the wine club monthly offerings suggest a regular visit for members.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails $10–$14; wines from $5.50 half glass to $550 bottle; mocktails $6–$8; non-alcoholic beer $5. Wine club tiers at $75, $175, and $250.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Wine Cats club provides monthly curated bottles with educational materials, and the ability to order half pours encourages exploration. The cocktail list features Grateful Dead-inspired names, adding a playful layer to a serious wine program.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative original cocktails using a variety of spirits, with names like Friend of the Devil and Fire on the Mountain. The list shows ambition and range, though some descriptions are incomplete.
Menu strengths
- — Inventive names and ingredients across a broad spirit base.
Standout selections
- — Friend of the Devil - Four Roses Bourbon, blackberry syrup, lime, blackberries
- — Fire on the Mountain - mango habanero whiskey, orange juice, red wine float
- — New Speedway Boogie - new riff rye, black walnut bitters, luxardo
Pricing: $10–$14
Wine
Extensive list with by-the-glass, half-bottle, and bottle options across regions and styles. Half pours and a six-wine flight encourage exploration. Wine club adds structure.
Menu strengths
- — Deep selection spanning sparkling, white, red, natural, and old/new world.
- — Half pours and flights make premium wines accessible.
- — Wine Cats club offers curated monthly bottles with education.
Standout selections
- — Opus One 2018 - Oakville, California at $550
- — Leitz Sparkling Riesling or Rosé - Rüdesheim, Germany at $8
- — Milenrama 2023 Viura - Rioja, Spain at $20 half glass / $38 glass
Pricing: $5.50 half glass to $550 bottle
Beer
Single non-alcoholic beer offering. Limited selection but provides an option for those avoiding alcohol.
Standout selections
- — Heineken 0.0 - non-alcoholic beer at $5
Pricing: $5
Nonalcoholic
Dedicated mocktail section with two options, plus a non-alcoholic beer. Simple but intentional for a wine bar.
Standout selections
- — Ginger Garcia - apple at $6
Pricing: $6–$8 for mocktails
Spirits
Spirits appear as cocktail ingredients, showcasing bourbon, rye, tequila, rum, gin, vodka, and whiskey. No standalone list.
Pricing: No dedicated pricing
How it sits with the food
Guests note staff wine recommendations pair well with dessert, suggesting a moscato. The wine list's breadth supports pairing across courses, though specific food pairings are not detailed in evidence.
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