Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileSixty Vines
San Antonio, TX · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Sixty Vines anchors its beverage program on 60 rotating wines on tap, from partners like Round Pond Estate and DAOU Vineyards, served in pours up to 750ml. The cocktail list balances classics and creative riffs, with a low-ABV Shirley After Dark and a shareable Centerpiece Old Fashion for Two. Non-alcoholic options are thoughtfully built, including a Seedlip-based Garden Spritz. Customers note the knowledgeable bartenders, particularly regarding wine.
- What should I order?
- For the full experience, start with a wine flight from the taps to sample the rotating selection. For cocktails, the Centerpiece Old Fashion for Two is a theatrical shareable, while the Shirley After Dark offers a low-ABV alternative. Brunch-goers might favor the Greenhouse Spritz.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the 60-tap system and rotating partners. Cocktail drinkers seeking creative, well-priced drinks will find variety, including low-ABV and frozen options. Non-alcoholic drinkers are well-served with dedicated mocktails and non-alcoholic wine alternatives.
- When should I go?
- The menu varies by daypart, with brunch featuring specialty cocktails like the Matcha Martini and Champagne Margarita. Dinner offers the full cocktail and wine list. Weekday evenings may be quieter for wine-focused exploration.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $12 to $15.5, with the Centerpiece Old Fashion for Two at $35. Brunch cocktails start at $8 for a Mimosa. Non-alcoholic drinks range from $3 for espresso to $7.5 for Path Water. Wine pricing for is not fully documented, but other locations show glass prices from $15.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The 60-wine-on-tap system is the centerpiece, emphasizing sustainability by eliminating bottles and corks. The rotating selection, sourced from notable partners, ensures variety. Cocktails like the Centerpiece Old Fashion for Two add a theatrical, shareable element rarely seen in wine bars.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A varied cocktail list with creative ingredients, low-ABV options, and frozen drinks. Prices are reasonable, though not all cocktails have listed prices.
Menu strengths
- — Creative ingredients like chocolate spiced salt and blackberry simple.
- — Shareable Centerpiece Old Fashion for Two adds a unique option.
Standout selections
- — Centerpiece Old Fashion for Two – Old Forester Bourbon, Angostura bitters, orange, peppercorn, rosemary, thyme.
- — Shirley After Dark – Frog's Leap 'Flycatcher', Antica Formula Sweet, Giuliana Prosecco, orange bitters, Luxardo cherry.
- — Frozé – Diseño Rosé, Jam Jar Sweet Shiraz, strawberries.
Pricing: Individual cocktails $12–$15.5; brunch cocktails $8–$16.5; Centerpiece Old Fashion for Two $35.
Wine
A standout 60-tap wine program with rotating partners and a sustainability focus. The selection includes notable producers, though the list is partially documented.
Menu strengths
- — 60 wines on tap with varied pour sizes.
- — Partners include Round Pond Estate, Krupp Brothers, Frog's Leap, and DAOU Vineyards.
Standout selections
- — Oddbird 'Presence' White Blend – Alsace, FR.
- — 'Missing Thorn' Sparkling Rosé – Napa Valley, CA.
- — Oddbird 'GSM' Red Blend – Saint-Chinian, FR.
Pricing: Pours available in 2.5oz, 5oz, 8oz, or 750ml; specific pricing not documented.
Nonalcoholic
A well-developed non-alcoholic program with multiple mocktails, including non-alcoholic wine alternatives. Pricing is transparent for some items.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple mocktail options with creative ingredients.; Includes non-alcoholic wine alternatives like Oddbird.
- — Variety of non-alcoholic beverages including kombucha and specialty sodas.
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.
- — Blackberry Sage & Soda – homemade blackberry syrup, muddled sage, lemon, Fever-Tree Club Soda.
Pricing: Kombucha $7, Path Water $7.5, hot tea $4, coffee $3–$5.
Spirits
Spirits are used thoughtfully in cocktails, with premium brands like Hendrick's and Buffalo Trace, but there is no dedicated spirits list or tasting program.
Menu strengths
- — Includes a range of base spirits: vodka, gin, tequila, bourbon.
Standout selections
- — Wheels Up – Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Amaro Nonino, Aperol, lemon, blackberry simple.
- — The Slipstream – Hendrick's Gin, Lillet Blanc, Dolin Dry, orange bitters, cucumber ribbon.
Pricing: No standalone spirits pricing; only cocktail prices.
How it sits with the food
The wine-focused program pairs naturally with the food menu, though specific pairings are not detailed. The presence of Oddbird non-alcoholic wines suggests a thoughtful approach to pairing for all guests. Cocktails like the First Crush Martini, with white grapes, could complement lighter fare.
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