Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileSasha's on Shaw
St. Louis, MO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Sasha's on Shaw is a wine bar with a serious cellar: 4,200+ bottles, a rotating by-the-glass list, and labels highlighting sustainable, organic, biodynamic, natural, and vegan wines. The bar program extends beyond wine with classic and original cocktails, a broad spirits list, and affordable beers. Monthly tastings and a courier service underline its wine-focused ambition.
- What should I order?
- Start with a glass of the 2023 Krasno 'Orange Wine' from Slovenia or the NV Collet 'Brut' Premier Cru Champagne. For a cocktail, the Paper Plane or Mezcal Last Word show range. Non-alcoholic drinkers can try the St. Agrestis 'Phony Negroni'.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the depth and labeling of the wine list. Cocktail fans will find creative classics, and groups with mixed preferences are covered by beer, spirits, and non-alcoholic options.
- When should I go?
- Evenings suit the wine bar atmosphere. Monthly wine tastings offer a structured way to explore the list.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $10-$14; by-the-glass wines $10.95-$19.95; beers $4-$12; spirits $7-$32. Bottles range from $34 to $575.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The 4,200+ bottle cellar with courier service sets it apart, along with a wine list that clearly labels production practices. Monthly tastings and a dedicated sommelier team reinforce the wine-focused identity.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A broad cocktail list spans classics and originals, with a seasonal 'Summer Sippers' section at $10. Non-alcoholic cocktails are also available.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse menu with classic and original creations; Seasonal 'Summer Sippers' section
Standout selections
- — Paper Plane: Bourbon, Amaro Nonino, Aperol, Lemon ($14)
- — Mezcal Last Word: Mal Bien Mezcal, Green Chartreuse, Lazzaroni Maraschino, Lime ($14)
- — Empress 75: Empress 1908 Purple Gin, Lemon, Sparkling Wine ($13)
- — Dill Pickle Bloody Mary: Choose Vodka, Tequila, or Mezcal ($10)
Pricing: House cocktails range from $10 to $14; Summer Sippers are $10.
Wine
An extensive, well-organized list covering Old and New World regions, with clear labeling of sustainable, organic, biodynamic, natural, and vegan wines. The 4,200+ bottle cellar and monthly tastings add depth.
Menu strengths
- — Large and diverse selection with global coverage; Clear labeling of production practices
Standout selections
- — NV Collet 'Brut' Premier Cru Champagne ($19.95 glass / $80 bottle)
- — 2023 Krasno 'Orange Wine' Rebula/Malvasia blend, Slovenia ($11.95 glass / $39 bottle)
- — 2023 Stolpman 'La Cuadrilla' Syrah/Grenache/Sangiovese, Ballard Canyon ($13.95 glass / $46 bottle)
- — 2016 Billecart-Salmon Vintage Brut Champagne ($185 bottle)
Pricing: By-the-glass wines range from $10.95 to $19.95; bottles from $34 to $575.
Beer
A compact but varied beer list includes lagers, ales, IPAs, stouts, ciders, and seltzers, with affordable options and non-alcoholic choices.
Menu strengths
- — Affordable price points; Includes local and craft beers
Standout selections
- — Chimay 'Rouge' Premiere Trappist Dubbel ($12)
- — 4 Hands 'City Wide' APA ($8)
Pricing: Beer prices range from $4 to $12.
Nonalcoholic
A thoughtful range of non-alcoholic options spans sodas, teas, coffee, non-alcoholic beers, wines, and cocktails, catering to abstainers.
Menu strengths
- — Wide variety including beer, wine, and cocktails; Clearly labeled non-alcoholic sections
Standout selections
- — St. Agrestis 'Phony Negroni' ($11); Freixenet NA Sparkling Brut ($9.95)
- — Athletic Brewing 'Upside Dawn' Golden Ale ($6)
Pricing: Non-alcoholic drinks range from $2.50 to $11.
Spirits
A broad spirits list covers bourbon, rye, whiskey, rum, tequila, mezcal, vodka, gin, and liqueurs, with a premium tier and local options.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive spirits list across categories; Includes local spirits such as 1220 Spirits
Standout selections
- — Mal Bien 'Espadin' Mezcal ($8); Espolòn Blanco Tequila ($7)
Pricing: Spirit prices range from $7 to $32 per pour.
How it sits with the food
Evidence does not provide food menu details, but the wine list's breadth suggests pairing potential across styles, from sparkling to orange wines.
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