Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileThe Bluebird Bar
Newton, MA · $$$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Bluebird Bar is a cocktail bar with a drinks menu that runs 20+ named cocktails, a by-the-glass wine list, a beer list with local craft and imported options, and a dessert-menu spirits section. Cocktails use named spirits and modifiers, including Singani 63, Citadelle Gin, and Hirsch Bivouac Overproof Bourbon. The Zombie is limited to one per guest. Wines by the glass span France, Italy, Spain, and Austria. After-dinner pours include multiple Cognacs, ports, sherries, and amari.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Impressionist, built on Singani 63 Bolivian brandy with honey, grapefruit, lime, and fennel. For a spirit-forward choice, the Boulevardier uses Hirsch Bivouac Overproof Bourbon, Contratto Bitter, sweet vermouth, and grapefruit oil. The Hugo Spritz or Italiano are lighter options. After dinner, the Pierre Ferrand Reserve Double Cask Cognac or Alvear PX Solera 1927 sherry.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- People who appreciate a well-made cocktail and want a broad named list to choose from. The program also suits those who want wine by the glass, a craft beer, or an after-dinner pour from a dedicated spirits section.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails are $14–$16. Wines by the glass are $14–$16. Beers are $5–$11. Spirits and after-dinner pours are $8–$25.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail list names its spirits and modifiers across 20+ drinks, and the dessert menu carries a separate spirits and after-dinner pour section with multiple Cognacs, ports, sherries, and amari. The Zombie is limited to one per guest.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A broad, named cocktail list of 20+ drinks spanning spritzes, classics, and spirit-forward builds. Each drink specifies its spirits and modifiers, from Singani 63 and Citadelle Gin to Michter's Sour Mash and Hirsch Bivouac Overproof Bourbon. The Zombie is limited to one per guest.
Menu strengths
- — 20+ named cocktails with prices, covering spritzes, classics, and spirit-forward drinks.
- — Named spirits and modifiers are specified for each cocktail, including Singani 63, Citadelle Gin, and Hirsch Bivouac Overproof Bourbon.
- — The Zombie is limited to one per guest.
Standout selections
- — Impressionist — Singani 63 Bolivian Brandy / Honey / Grapefruit / Lime / Fennel, $15.
- — Boulevardier — Hirsch Bivouac Overproof Bourbon / Contratto Bitter / Sweet Vermouth / Grapefruit Oil, $15.
- — Saturn — Citadelle Gin / Pimento Dram / Passion Fruit / Orgeat / Lemon, $15.
Pricing: $14–$16
Wine
A by-the-glass wine section with sparkling, white, rosé, and red options spanning France, Italy, Spain, and Austria. The list includes Cava, Brut Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Barbera, and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Menu strengths
- — By-the-glass list spans sparkling, white, rosé, and red wines.
- — Diverse origins across France, Italy, Spain, and Austria.
Standout selections
- — Cava, Bohigas, Brut Reserve, Cava, Spain — sparkling wine by the glass, $14.
- — Pinot Noir, Domaine Dupre, Vin De Bourgogne, Burgundy, France — red wine by the glass, $15.
- — Barbera, Ercole, Barbera Del Monferrato, Piedmont, Italy — red wine by the glass, $15.
Pricing: $14–$16
Beer
A beer section with macro lagers, craft IPAs, ales, cider, and a non-alcoholic option. The list includes local craft and imported choices alongside Bud Heavy, Corona Extra, Jack's Abby House Lager, Rothaus Tannenzäpfle Pilsner, Fiddlehead IPA, 3 Floyd's Zombie Dust Pale Ale, Allagash White, and Athletic Brewing Golden Lager.
Menu strengths
- — Beer list includes local craft and imported options alongside a non-alcoholic lager.
- — Range covers macro lagers, craft IPAs, ales, cider, and a non-alcoholic option.
Standout selections
- — Rothaus Tannenzäpfle Pilsner — German pilsner, $9.; 3 Floyd's Zombie Dust Pale Ale — pale ale, $9.
- — Jack's Abby House Lager — craft lager, $8.
Pricing: $5–$11
Nonalcoholic
The beer list includes one non-alcoholic option, Athletic Brewing Golden Lager.; Athletic Brewing Golden Lager is listed in the Beer section as a non-alcoholic lager.
Menu strengths
- — Athletic Brewing Golden Lager is listed in the Beer section as a non-alcoholic lager.
Standout selections
- — Athletic Brewing Golden Lager — non-alcoholic lager, $8.
Pricing: $8
Spirits
A spirits and after-dinner pour section with brandy, port, sherry, amari, and liqueurs by name and price. The list includes multiple Cognacs, ports, sherries, and a broad amaro selection.
Menu strengths
- — Spirits and after-dinner pours include multiple Cognacs, ports, sherries, and amari.
- — Named pours are priced $8–$25 on the dessert menu.
Standout selections
- — Pierre Ferrand Reserve Double Cask — Cognac pour, $25.
- — Taylor Fladgate 20yr Tawny Port — port pour, $22.
- — Alvear PX Solera 1927 — sherry pour, $15.
Pricing: $8–$25
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