Restaurant
Unclaimed profileSmash Park Des Moines
West Des Moines, IA
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
Research completed 2026-09-09 · Based on current public sources
Editor: Micah Rousey
Review methodology and evidence standardsThe editorial take
Smash Park's beverage program leans on a large specialty cocktail list with playful twists like the Campfire Old Fashioned and a dedicated mocktail section. The 4-Person Shot Ski and $2 jello shots add a party-oriented edge. Cocktails range from $8 to $19, making the program accessible.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Campfire Old Fashioned, which layers Green River 1885 Bourbon with Mash & Mallow S'mores Whiskey and chocolate bitters. For a lighter option, the Park Mule is a clean vodka-ginger-lime combination. Consider the 4-Person Shot Ski when sharing.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Groups looking for approachable cocktails and playful shot service will find common ground. The mocktail list offers creative zero-proof choices like the Cherry Lime Dream, appealing to designated drivers and non-drinkers.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour is a good time to try $4 drafts, seltzers, or wine, though cocktails are not included.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $8 to $19; mocktails are $6 to $8; jello shots are $2 each. Happy hour drinks are $4.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The 4-Person Shot Ski and assorted jello shots bring a novelty factor to the spirits program, while the cocktail list leans into campfire and tropical themes.
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
The specialty cocktail list is extensive, covering Mules, Old Fashioneds, Margaritas, and Martinis, with prices from $8 to $19. Named cocktails show a range of styles, from the vodka-based Park Mule to the bourbon-heavy Campfire Old Fashioned.
Menu strengths
- — Broad specialty cocktail menu with multiple variations and a clear price range.
- — Creative combinations like the Campfire Old Fashioned and Oaxacan Old Fashioned use specific spirits and bitters.
Standout selections
- — Campfire Old Fashioned with Green River 1885 Bourbon and chocolate bitters.
- — Oaxacan Old Fashioned with Del Maguey Vida Mezcal and Ancho Reyes.
Pricing: $8-$19
Wine
No specific varietals or producers are listed.; Wine is available by the glass during happy hour at $4.
Menu strengths
- — Wine is available by the glass during happy hour at $4.
Standout selections
- — The drink menu includes a section for 'Beers, Seltzers & Wines'.
Pricing: $4 happy hour
Beer
Beer and seltzers are grouped together on the menu, with drafts and seltzers offered at $4 during happy hour.
Menu strengths
- — The drink menu includes a section for 'Beers, Seltzers & Wines'.
Standout selections
- — The drink menu includes a section for 'Beers, Seltzers & Wines'.
Pricing: $4 happy hour
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated mocktail section includes six creative options, from the Cherry Lime Dream with cold foam to the N/A Paloma using Lyre's Agave Spirit. Prices are accessible at $6 to $8.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated mocktail section with creative, zero-proof options.; Uses non-alcoholic spirits like Lyre's in the Sicilian Mojito and N/A Paloma.
Standout selections
- — Cherry Lime Dream with Starry, cherry syrup, and cold foam.
- — Sicilian Mojito with Lyre's White Cane Spirit and mint.
Pricing: $6-$8
Spirits
The spirits program is defined by novelty: assorted jello shots at $2 each and a 4-Person Shot Ski.
Menu strengths
- — Offers an interactive 4-Person Shot Ski experience.; Jello shots are affordably priced at $2.
Standout selections
- — 4-Person Shot Ski with four shots served on a ski.
Pricing: $2 per jello shot
About this review
Research is based on recent public evidence, including official venue materials and beverage menus when available. The review date is the research completion date and does not imply an in-person visit.
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