Restaurant
Unclaimed profileRyan's Wake
Troy, NY · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Ryan's Wake runs a broad beverage program with summer-forward cocktails, a compact wine list, and a whiskey selection that extends to bourbon, rye, and Irish pours. The spirits side gets extra character from a Cigar & Whiskey Social featuring Widow Jane. Cocktails lean on familiar formats, with a few seasonal turns like the Ocho Paloma and Lavender Lemon Drop Martini. Non-alcoholic drinkers have their own margarita and Paloma options, plus alcohol-free beer.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Ocho Paloma, a $13 mix of Ocho Plata, strawberry, lime, Fever Tree sparkling grapefruit, and a Tajin rim. For a stronger pour, the Redbreast 12 Year Irish whiskey at $21 is the top shelf option.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who want a wide range of choices in one place: cocktail fans, beer drinkers, whiskey enthusiasts, and those avoiding alcohol all have dedicated lists. The whiskey events will appeal to fans of bourbon and Irish pours.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $10-$21; canned cocktails are $8-$9. Most wine glasses are $9. Draft beers are $4-$10, bottles $5-$9. Non-alcoholic drinks range from $3 to $10.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The breadth is the draw: a whiskey list spanning bourbon, rye, and Irish options, plus a Cigar & Whiskey Social featuring Widow Jane Distilling Company. Non-alcoholic versions of margaritas and Palomas give the program extra reach.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail menu lists summer cocktails and house favorites, including Ocho Paloma, Lavender Lemon Drop Martini, Summer Mule, Prickly Pear Margarita, and Espresso Martini. Canned options include Sun Cruiser Iced Tea and High Noon Mango. One reviewer found a cosmopolitan only okay.
Menu strengths
- — Seasonal and house favorites are listed, with several tequila- and vodka-based options.
- — Canned cocktails broaden the selection beyond the main menu.
Standout selections
- — Ocho Paloma: Ocho Plata, strawberry, lime, Fever Tree sparkling grapefruit, Tajin rim ($13).
- — Lavender Lemon Drop Martini: Grey Goose, Cointreau, lavender syrup, lemon juice ($14).
Pricing: $10-$21 for cocktails; $8-$9 for canned cocktails
Wine
The wine list includes white, red, and sparkling options. Whites include Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Anterra Pinot Grigio, J Lohr Chardonnay, Eos Moscato, and Josh Rosé. Reds include Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon, Mondavi Pinot Noir, and Josh Legacy Red Blend. Sparkling includes Benvolio Prosecco and Moet Champagne.
Menu strengths
- — A balanced list with familiar labels across white, red, and sparkling.
Standout selections
- — Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc ($9).; Benvolio Prosecco ($9).
Pricing: $9 per glass; Moet Champagne split $20
Beer
The draft list includes Guinness Irish Stout, Harp Lager, Smithwick's Irish Red, and various IPAs and ciders. Bottle and can options include domestic and craft beers. Drafts range from $4 to $10, bottles from $5 to $9.
Menu strengths
- — Mix of Irish standards and craft IPAs on draft.
Standout selections
- — Other Half Green City IPA on draft ($9).
Pricing: Draft $4-$10; bottle/can $5-$9
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic options include The Zero Margarita, Zero Paloma, and Summer Breeze, plus soft drinks. Non-alcoholic beers Heineken 0.0 and Guinness 0 are available. Prices range from $3 to $10.
Menu strengths
- — Zero-proof versions of margarita and Paloma are listed.
Standout selections
- — The Zero Margarita: Ritual Zero Proof Tequila, lime, agave, salt rim ($10).
Pricing: $3-$10
Spirits
The whiskey list spans bourbon, rye, and Irish options, with pours from $12 to $21. Names include Elijah Craig, Buffalo Trace, Jameson Black Barrel, and Redbreast 12 Year. The venue also hosts a Cigar & Whiskey Social featuring Widow Jane Distilling Company.
Menu strengths
- — Broad whiskey range across bourbon, rye, and Irish categories.
- — Hosts a Cigar & Whiskey Social with Widow Jane Distilling Company.
Standout selections
- — Redbreast 12 Year Irish whiskey ($21).; Buffalo Trace bourbon ($14).
Pricing: $12-$21 per pour
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