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Sulod Cocktail Bar

Washington, DC

Inebrious Beverage Program Score: 88 out of 100

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Beverage Program Score

Research completed 2026-09-06 · Based on current public sources

Menu evidence checked: 2026-08-02

Editor: Micah Rousey

Review methodology and evidence standards

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

We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.

Cocktails

Inebrious Cocktails score: 90 out of 100

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

Inebrious Wine score: 82 out of 100

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

Inebrious Beer score: 80 out of 100

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

Inebrious Nonalcoholic score: 88 out of 100

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

Inebrious Spirits score: 83 out of 100

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

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.

Review methodology and evidence standards

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