Bar
Unclaimed profileSomerset Bar
Cincinnati, OH · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Somerset Bar's cocktail program is the centerpiece: inventive drinks like Garden Party in the Tropics and Ube Margarita show a playful, ingredient-driven approach. The spirits list is deep, covering everything from Monkey 47 to Don Julio 1942. Beer and non-alcoholic options round out a versatile menu, though a guest reported occasional inconsistency in cocktail preparation.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Garden Party in the Tropics, a raspberry-rose gin concoction with Pimm's and mango nectar. The Ube Margarita is a popular choice, but be aware of potential variation. For something savory, the L'Ora Verde Spritz blends green apple vodka with arugula and sparkling wine.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking unusual flavor combinations will find much to explore. Spirits connoisseurs will appreciate the extensive selection of premium and local brands. Those looking for non-alcoholic alternatives or a diverse beer list will also feel at home.
- When should I go?
- Anytime the mood for creative cocktails strikes; the menu's summer-leaning spritzes and highballs suggest warm-weather appeal.
- What should I expect to spend?
- House cocktails run $12 to $15. By-the-glass wines are $36 to $44, and some bottled beers are $3. Spirit prices vary widely, from $4 for Sauza Blanco to $53 for Don Julio 1942.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu pushes boundaries with ingredients like ube, peanut butter bourbon, and coconut aminos. A vast spirits list spans global and local producers, and the non-alcoholic program is thoughtfully built with options like a Phony Negroni and N/A-Perol Spritz.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative house cocktails with diverse ingredients like raspberry-rose gin, ube, and peanut butter bourbon. Guests praise uniqueness and quality, though one report noted inconsistency in the Ube Margarita.
Menu strengths
- — Inventive flavor combinations and diverse ingredients across the cocktail list.
- — Guests frequently praise the cocktails for being unique and delicious.
Standout selections
- — Garden Party in the Tropics – raspberry + rose gin, pimm's, bouquet syrup, lemon, mango nectar.
- — Ube Margarita – pineapple + ginger tequila, ube tincture, lime, agave.
- — Chocobanano Espresso Martini – vodka, coffee liqueur, cold brew, banana, cocoa, coconut flakes.
Pricing: House cocktails range from $12 to $15.
Wine
A compact but varied wine list covering sparkling, white, rosé, and red, with both domestic and international bottles. Lacks the depth of the spirits program but offers solid choices.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse selection including sparkling, white, rosé, and red wines.
Standout selections
- — Mionetto Prosecco – sparkling wine from Italy.
- — Revelry Cabernet Sauvignon – red wine from the US.
- — Etna Rosso Barbazale – a bottled red from Sicily.
Pricing: By-the-glass wines are priced between $36 and $44.
Beer
A wide-ranging beer selection with local craft drafts and a long list of bottled/canned options, from High Life to Rhinegeist Truth. Offers something for every palate.
Menu strengths
- — Wide variety of styles including local craft options.
Standout selections
- — Seventh Son Antiques on High Peach – peach sour draft.
- — High Life – classic American lager at $3.
Pricing: Some bottled beers are priced at $3.
Nonalcoholic
A thoughtful non-alcoholic program with house-made sodas, mocktails, and N/A beers, including a Phony Negroni and N/A-Perol Spritz. Priced accessibly.
Menu strengths
- — Creative options like Phony Negroni and N/A-Perol Spritz.
Standout selections
- — Ziggy Stardust – pineapple, lime, hibiscus, coconut.
- — Phony Negroni – juniper, citrus, botanicals.
- — Athletic Upside Dawn Golden – non-alcoholic golden beer.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic drinks range from $5 to $10.
Spirits
An extensive and diverse spirits list spanning vodka, gin, rum, tequila, mezcal, whiskey, bourbon, and scotch, with many premium and local options.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive and diverse selection across all spirits categories.
Standout selections
- — Monkey 47 Gin – premium gin at $16.
- — Don Julio 1942 – top-shelf tequila at $53.
- — Macallan 12yr – sherried scotch at $13.25.
Pricing: Spirit prices vary widely, from $4 for Sauza Blanco to $53 for Don Julio 1942.
How it sits with the food
No food menu is documented, but the drink list suggests pairings: the Ube Margarita's ginger and pineapple could complement spicy dishes; the L'Ora Verde Spritz's herbal notes might suit lighter fare; and the extensive whiskey list invites contemplative sipping.
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