Bar
Unclaimed profileStar Brass Works Lounge
Seattle, WA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Star Brass Works Lounge’s beverage program leans into playful, inventive cocktails—think a High Life bottle spiked with Aperol—alongside a deep beer list with rotating local taps and a solid non-alcoholic selection. The house cocktails show creative use of amaro, infused tequila, and shrubs. Wine is straightforward. A neighborhood bar with a serious drink menu.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Spaghett—a bottle of High Life with Aperol—for a cheeky, refreshing hybrid. The Stella Nonino balances Aperol and Amaro Nonino with sparkling wine. For a spicy kick, the Spicy Strawberry Margarita uses serrano-infused tequila and a strawberry hibiscus shrub. Don't miss the rotating slushie.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who appreciate a creative cocktail list without pretension, beer enthusiasts looking for local rotating taps and a range of styles, and anyone who enjoys a playful drink like the Spaghett. Non-alcoholic drinkers have thoughtful options beyond soda.
- When should I go?
- Late-night kitchen hours make it a spot for a drink after hours.
- What should I expect to spend?
- No beverage prices are listed on the website, so expect standard bar pricing: likely $8-12 for cocktails, $5-7 for beers, and $6-8 for wine by the glass, but this is speculative.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail list is notably playful, featuring the Spaghett (Miller High Life with Aperol) and a rotating slushie. The beer program is extensive, with rotating Georgetown Brewing taps and a wide variety of cans and bottles, including ciders and hard seltzers. Non-alcoholic options include CBD soda and hop water.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative house cocktails with unique ingredients like Aperol, Amaro Nonino, serrano-infused tequila, and Fernet. Playful hybrids and a rotating slushie add fun. No prices or dedicated menu page, but the list is inventive.
Menu strengths
- — Inventive combinations: Stella Nonino, Spicy Strawberry Margarita, Secret Handshake.
- — Playful beer-cocktail hybrid: Spaghett (High Life with Aperol).
Standout selections
- — Stella Nonino: Aperol, Amaro Nonino, sparkling wine, lemon.
- — Spicy Strawberry Margarita: Serrano-infused tequila, triple sec, strawberry hibiscus shrub, lime, agave.
- — Secret Handshake: Four Roses old fashioned with a Fernet float.
Pricing: No prices listed.
Wine
A small, straightforward wine list with six options covering basic varietals and a sparkling Cava Brut. No vintages or descriptions. Adequate for a bar but not a focus.
Menu strengths
- — Includes a sparkling option (Cava Brut).; Variety of red, white, and rosé.
Pricing: No prices listed.
Beer
An extensive beer selection with rotating taps including local Georgetown Brewing, plus a wide range of bottles and cans. Ciders and hard seltzers add variety. No prices, but the breadth is impressive.
Menu strengths
- — Rotating taps from Georgetown Brewing and other locals.
- — Variety of formats: draft, bottle, can.; Includes ciders and hard seltzers.
Standout selections
- — Chuckanut Pilsner (on tap); Pfriem Hazy IPA (on tap)
- — Georgetown Brewing rotating taps (Manny's Pale Ale, Roger's Pilsner, etc.)
Pricing: No prices listed.
Nonalcoholic
Thoughtful non-alcoholic options including NA beer, CBD soda, hop water, root beer, ginger beer, iced tea, and a strawberry hibiscus shrub soda. Good variety beyond typical sodas.
Menu strengths
- — Offers CBD soda and hop water for unique choices.
Standout selections
- — Athletic Brewing NA Beer (Hazy IPA or Golden Ale)
Pricing: No prices listed.
Spirits
Spirits are showcased through the cocktail menu, featuring tequila, vodka, whiskey (Four Roses), Aperol, Amaro Nonino, and Fernet. No standalone spirits list, but the range supports creative drinks.
Menu strengths
- — Cocktail menu highlights a variety of spirits.; Use of amaro and Fernet adds depth.
Pricing: No prices listed.
How it sits with the food
A $5 happy hour burger is highlighted by guests; the Spicy Strawberry Margarita’s heat could complement a burger, while the Stella Nonino’s sparkle and amaro bitterness pairs with fried snacks. The light, crisp beers like Chuckanut Pilsner are versatile for bar food.
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