Wine bar
Unclaimed profileSixty Vines Foggy Bottom
Washington, DC · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Sixty Vines Foggy Bottom runs a wine-first program built around 60 wines on tap, with pours from 2.5 ounces to full bottles. The cocktail list spans frozen Frozé to a $38 Old Fashion for two, plus brunch specials like Matcha Martini. Non-alcoholic options include Oddbird wines and Seedlip spritzes.
- What should I order?
- Start with a wine flight to sample the taps. For cocktails, the Espresso Martini is a solid choice; for a splurge, the Centerpiece Old Fashion for Two. Pair with a non-alcoholic Daylight Spritz if you're pacing yourself.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts who like variety and sustainability, cocktail fans wanting frozen and classic options, and groups seeking a spacious bar with happy hour and brunch appeal.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails $14-$38; wines by the glass $15-$70; bottles $45-$260; non-alcoholic drinks around $7-$8.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The 60-tap wine system with sustainable kegs is the centerpiece, offering a broad selection by the pour. The cocktail menu's frozen and low-ABV options add a playful edge, and the non-alcoholic program is unusually thorough.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Cocktail list spans frozen, low-ABV, and classic styles. Highlights include Espresso Martini with chocolate spiced salt, and the brunch-only Matcha Martini. Prices are reasonable for the category.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse range from frozen Frozé to low-ABV Shirley After Dark.
- — Available during happy hour and brunch, expanding access.
Standout selections
- — Espresso Martini - Wheatly Vodka, Licor 43, Borghetti Liqueur, chocolate spiced salt, $15.
- — Centerpiece Old Fashion for Two - Old Forester Bourbon, bitters, orange, peppercorn, rosemary, thyme, $38.
Pricing: Cocktails range from $14 for Frozé to $38 for Centerpiece Old Fashion for Two.
Wine
The 60-tap system offers extensive by-the-glass and bottle options, with partners like Round Pond and Frog's Leap. Sustainable kegs reduce waste.
Menu strengths
- — Sixty wines on tap, unusual breadth for a wine bar.
- — Sustainable keg system reduces waste and preserves wine.
Standout selections
- — Markus Molitor Riesling - Mosel, Germany, $28 glass / $84 bottle.
- — Heitz Cellar Lot C-91 Cabernet Sauvignon - Napa Valley, $70 glass / $260 bottle.
Pricing: Wines by the glass $15-$70; bottles $45-$260.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic program includes Oddbird wines, Seedlip-based spritzes, and house-made sodas. Offers thoughtful alternatives for abstainers, though community evidence is limited.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple mocktails and non-alcoholic wine options.; Includes kombucha and premium waters.
Standout selections
- — Daylight Spritz - Oddbird Presence N/A White Blend, grapefruit, agave, mint, Fever-Tree Club Soda, rosemary.
- — Garden Spritz - Seedlip Garden 108, honey, lime, mint, Fever-Tree ginger ale.
Pricing: Kombucha $7; Path Water $7.5.
Spirits
Spirits are showcased through cocktails, including vodka, gin, tequila, bourbon, and rum. No dedicated spirits list, but the cocktail menu demonstrates a broad spirits base.
Menu strengths
- — Cocktail menu features a variety of spirits.; Includes both classic and innovative combinations.
Standout selections
- — The Slipstream - Hendrick's Gin, Lillet Blanc, Dolin Dry, orange bitters, cucumber ribbon, $16.
- — Tequila Fix - Corazón Blanco Tequila, watermelon, lime.
Pricing: No standalone spirits pricing; ingredients in cocktails.
How it sits with the food
Wine flights and by-the-glass pours allow flexible pairing with the kitchen's shareable plates. The frozen Frozé could complement lighter fare, while the Centerpiece Old Fashion suits richer, savory dishes.
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