Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileSulod Cocktail Bar
Washington, DC · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Sulod Cocktail Bar brings Filipino and Creole inspiration to a creative cocktail list that balances signatures like the coffee-forward Purple Pick Me Up with well-priced classics. The menu extends to a thoughtful non-alcoholic section, a compact but varied wine and beer list, and approachable spirit pours. Cocktails run $15–$24, with happy hour deals at $13.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Purple Pick Me Up ($17), a rich, creamy, coffee-forward signature with subtle nutty sweetness. For something lighter, the N/A Ube Lemonade Spritz ($10) offers a non-alcoholic option. Classics like the Old Fashioned ($16) are also available.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail drinkers seeking Filipino-inspired creativity will find a dedicated signature list. Those avoiding alcohol have a proper N/A cocktail section, and fans of straightforward classics like Margaritas and Old Fashioneds are covered.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Signature cocktails range from $15 to $24, with classics at $16. Happy hour cocktails drop to $13, and Miller High Life is $6. House wines start at $12, and spirit pours run $15 to $24.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The bar's Filipino and Creole inspiration shows in cocktails like the ube-based creations and a beer list that includes San Miguel and Red Horse. A dedicated N/A cocktail menu extends beyond the usual soda or juice options.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail list is extensive, with a dedicated signature section, classics, and non-alcoholic options. Signatures like Purple Pick Me Up show creativity, and a recent customer praised the cocktails' creativity and visual presentation.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated signature cocktails with clear thematic creativity, including Filipino-inspired elements.
- — Classic cocktails are priced accessibly at $16, making the program approachable.
- — A recent customer described the cocktails as creative and visually matching their menu photos.
Standout selections
- — Purple Pick Me Up: rich, creamy, coffee-forward with subtle nutty sweetness, $17.
- — Leaf & Barrel: a signature cocktail at $17.
Pricing: Signatures $15-$24; classics $16; happy hour $13
Wine
The wine list is compact but offers house wines, sparkling, and several by-the-glass and bottle options. Specific selections include Ca' Bea Pinot Noir, Henriques & Henriques 3 Year, and Cantina Marilina Sikele Grecanico.
Menu strengths
- — House wines are reasonably priced at $12 per glass.
- — By-the-glass selection includes a Madeira-style option and a Pinot Noir, adding variety.
Standout selections
- — House White — $12.00 — House wine.; House Red — $12.00 — House wine.
- — Henriques & Henriques 3 Year, a Madeira-style wine by the glass, $14.
Pricing: House wines $12; by-the-glass $14-$26; bottles $38-$98
Beer
The beer list is straightforward, with familiar labels like High Life and Modelo alongside Filipino brands San Miguel and Red Horse. Happy hour offers Miller High Life at $6.
Menu strengths
- — Includes Filipino brands San Miguel and Red Horse, adding local cultural relevance.
- — Beer prices are modest, with $6 happy hour High Life.
Standout selections
- — San Miguel beer, $8.; Red Horse beer, $8.
Pricing: Beers $5-$8; happy hour High Life $6
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated N/A cocktail section offers several creative options like Ube Lemonade Spritz and Purple Velvet, with prices from $10 to $13. Green tea and other non-alcoholic beverages round out the list.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated N/A cocktail section with multiple options, not an afterthought.
- — Creative flavors like ube and purple velvet show attention to non-alcoholic drinkers.
Standout selections
- — Ube Lemonade Spritz — $10.00 — Non-alcoholic cocktail.
Pricing: N/A cocktails $10-$13; other beverages $2-$7
Spirits
Spirits selection covers tequila, whiskey, gin, rum, and more, with pours from $15 to $24. Named selections include Don Julio Rep, Jameson, and Buffalo Trace, but no rare or premium bottles are highlighted.
Menu strengths
- — A broad range of spirit categories, from tequila to bourbon.
- — Pricing is moderate, with most pours under $20.
Standout selections
- — Don Julio Rep — $20.00 — Reposado tequila.
Pricing: Pours $15-$24
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