Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileSedona Taphouse
Glen Allen, VA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Sedona Taphouse runs a broad beverage program covering craft cocktails, a structured wine list, and a deep spirits collection. The signature 'The Sedona' martini and Smoked Old Fashioned show clear intent, while Wednesday wine specials and a dedicated spirit-free menu round out the appeal. Solid, well-priced drinking across categories.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Smoked Old Fashioned, a Bowman Brothers bourbon, Angostura bitters, and hickory smoke. For gin drinkers, the signature 'The Sedona' martini pairs Bombay Sapphire with St-Germain. Wine enthusiasts should target Wednesday's half-price bottles, and the Cactus Lemonade is a capable spirit-free option.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail seekers looking for creative martinis and smoked bourbon drinks, bourbon and whisky collectors curious about limited releases like Blanton's and Stagg Jr., and groups wanting a wine list that spans house pours to reserve bottles. The $7 happy hour cocktails also suit value-focused drinkers.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour brings $7 craft cocktails, $4 house wine, and 25% off beer. Wednesday is the wine play: half off bottles and $20 off reserve selections. Tuesday's Bourbon + Bubbles pairs $3 sparkling with $5 Old Fashioneds.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $8–$15, house wine $6 a glass, and spirit-free drinks $6. Beers are discounted during happy hour, but no standard prices are listed. Premium pours climb to $60 for Don Julio 1942, and reserve wines reach $120 a bottle.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A dedicated spirit-free menu with four refreshers at $6, a Smoked Old Fashioned served with hickory smoke, and a limited bourbon list featuring Blanton's, Weller, and Stagg Jr. The Wednesday wine special and Tuesday Bourbon + Bubbles add structure beyond the usual happy hour.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Cocktails
A broad, fresh-juice-driven cocktail list with signature creations like The Sedona and Smoked Old Fashioned. Happy hour pricing is aggressive.
Menu strengths
- — Signature martini with Bombay Sapphire and St-Germain; Smoked Old Fashioned with hickory smoke
Standout selections
- — The Sedona – Bombay Sapphire, St-Germain, fresh juices
- — Smoked Old Fashioned – Bowman Brothers, Angostura, hickory smoke
- — STH Mule – Pearl Vodka, Q Ginger Beer, lime
Pricing: $8–$15; happy hour craft cocktails $7
Wine
Structured wine list covering sparking, white, rosé, red, and reserve. Includes Virginia options from Barboursville. Wednesday special is a strong draw, though no sommelier or tasting notes are documented.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse list with international and Virginia selections; Wednesday half-price bottles and reserve discounts
- — Reserve bottles like Moët & Chandon and Caymus
Standout selections
- — Maschio Prosecco – Italy, $9 glass / $36 bottle
- — Bezel by Cakebread Chardonnay – California, $14 glass
- — Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial – Champagne, $90 bottle
Pricing: $6–$14 by glass; bottles $32–$120; Wednesday 1/2 off bottles
Beer
Beer program is evidenced only through happy hour discounts and community mentions of a large selection. No specific beer list or brands are documented, limiting a full assessment.
Menu strengths
- — Happy hour discount across all beer formats; Tuesday growler fill special
Pricing: Happy hour 25% off all drafts, bottles, cans; growler fills 1/2 off Tuesdays
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated spirit-free menu with four named refreshers at a fair price. Options like Marrakesh Mint and Cactus Lemonade show creativity beyond standard sodas.
Menu strengths
- — Four house-made spirit-free refreshers; Affordable $6 price point
Standout selections
- — Marrakesh Mint – mint tea, lemon, cucumber
- — Cactus Lemonade – prickly pear, pineapple, lemonade
Pricing: $6 for spirit-free drinks; craft sodas and artisan teas $4
Spirits
Extensive spirits menu spanning vodka to international whisky, with a limited bourbon allocation including Blanton's and Stagg Jr.
Menu strengths
- — Rare limited bourbons like Blanton's and Stagg Jr.
- — Global whisky range including Japanese and Scotch; Community praise for scotch selection
Standout selections
- — Don Julio 1942 Tequila – $60
- — The Macallan 12yr Sherry Oak – $17
Pricing: $9–$60 per 1.5 oz pour
How it sits with the food
The cocktail list leans fresh and herbaceous, so the Xique-Xique with basil or the Prickly Pear Margarita would match lighter seafood or salads. The Smoked Old Fashioned and reserve reds like Caymus Cabernet suit heartier dishes, though no specific pairings are listed.
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