Restaurant
Unclaimed profileThe Brass Tap
Greenfield, WI · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
A craft beer destination with a deep tap and bottle list, plus a full cocktail and wine program. The Smoked Old Fashioned and Margarita Flight show ambition, while happy hour deals like $8 Margarita Flight and $6 pints make it approachable. Non-alcoholic options are thoughtfully built.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Smoked Old Fashioned, a tableside-smoked bourbon cocktail with 1792 Small Batch. For a lighter option, try the Margarita Flight with four Lunazul Blanco variations. Beer enthusiasts should explore the extensive list, including Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Craft beer lovers will appreciate the vast selection, while cocktail fans can explore creative drinks like the Espresso Martini. Happy hour seekers get value from $6 pints and $8 Margarita Flights. Non-alcoholic drinkers have mocktails and non-alcoholic beers.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour is a prime time for discounted drinks, including $6 pints and $7 sangria. Evenings are suitable for enjoying the full cocktail and beer menus.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $9 to $16, with punches at $40–$50. Wine glasses are $8–$17.5, bottles $35–$70. Happy hour offers $6 pints, $7 sangria, and $5 house wine. Mocktails are $7.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A beer-centric bar with a full cocktail program and dedicated non-alcoholic menu. The Smoked Old Fashioned, served with tableside smoke, and the Margarita Flight highlight culinary ambition. The beer finder page suggests a rotating, extensive selection.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative cocktail menu with a range of styles, from smoked bourbon to tropical rum. Pricing is moderate.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of signature cocktails including Smoked Old Fashioned and Espresso Martini.
- — Happy hour specials provide value, such as $8 Margarita Flight.
Standout selections
- — Smoked Old Fashioned – 1792 Small Batch Bourbon, Angostura bitters, Filthy Black Cherry, tableside smoke.
- — Margarita Flight – Lunazul Blanco Tequila in Classic, Prickly Pear, Blueberry & Guava.
Pricing: Cocktails $9–$16; punches $40–$50; happy hour $8 Margarita Flight and $7 Sangria.
Wine
Diverse wine list covering red, white, sparkling, and sangria. Includes recognizable labels like Daou and Santa Margherita. Pricing is fair, especially during happy hour. No community evidence specific to wine.
Menu strengths
- — Range of wine styles and regions, including California, New Zealand, and Italy.
- — Happy hour specials on sangria and house wine.
Standout selections
- — Pessimist Red Blend – California red blend, $13 glass / $52 bottle.
- — Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio – Northern Italy, $17.5 glass / $70 bottle.
Pricing: Glasses $8–$17.5; bottles $35–$70; happy hour $7 Sangria and $5 house wine.
Beer
Extensive beer list with many styles and origins, filterable by style and origin. Includes house lagers, rare finds like Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA and Founders KBS.
Menu strengths
- — Includes rare and high-ABV options like Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA.
Standout selections
- — Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA – Imperial IPA, a sought-after beer.
- — Founders KBS – Imperial stout, a bourbon-barrel-aged favorite.
Pricing: Happy hour select pints $6; no other pricing evidence.
Nonalcoholic
Dedicated non-alcoholic menu with three mocktails and non-alcoholic beer options. Priced at $7, competitive. Also offers Liquid Death and Fever-Tree mixers.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated mocktail menu with creative options.; Includes non-alcoholic beers from Athletic Brewing.
Standout selections
- — Island Daydream – Vita Coco coconut water, pineapple and lime juices.
- — Buzzless Bee – Vita Coco coconut water, honey syrup, lemon juice, tonic.
Pricing: Mocktails $7 each.
Spirits
Spirits program is primarily showcased through cocktails, with no dedicated spirits list retrieved. Happy hour offers a few shots.
Menu strengths
- — Wide variety of spirits used in cocktails.; Happy hour shot specials at $6.
Standout selections
- — Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey – peanut butter whiskey shot.
Pricing: Happy hour shots $6.
How it sits with the food
The food menu includes beer-battered items, complementing the beer program. Cocktails like the Texas Mule with Fever-Tree ginger beer could pair with spicy dishes, while the Sparkling Paloma suits lighter fare.
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