Restaurant
Unclaimed profileThe Brass Tap
Orlando, FL · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
A craft beer bar with a serious beer list, The Brass Tap also pours a full cocktail menu with tableside-smoked Old Fashioneds and shareable punches. Local Florida breweries sit alongside international staples. The wine list is conventional but serviceable, and non-alcoholic options get real attention. It's a versatile stop, though beer remains the clearest reason to visit.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Smoked Old Fashioned, a tableside production with 1792 Small Batch Bourbon. For a group, the Mega Mule serves 4-6. Beer drinkers should scan the rotating taps for Florida locals like Cigar City or 3 Daughters.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Craft beer enthusiasts will find the deepest bench, but cocktail fans get creative options like the Margarita Flight. The shareable cocktails suit groups, and designated drivers have mocktails and non-alcoholic beers to choose from.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour brings value on shots, house wine, and select pints; it's a good time to sample without committing to full price.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $8-$18, with shareable punches $45-$55. Wine by the glass is $9-$17.5, bottles $38-$70. Mocktails are $8. Beer prices weren't confirmed, but happy hour specials offer a discount.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The beer finder tool and hundreds of options, including local Florida taps, set it apart. The tableside-smoked Old Fashioned adds theater, and shareable cocktails like the Mega Mule are rare finds.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative cocktail list with premium spirits, tableside-smoked Old Fashioned, margarita flight, and shareable punches. Happy hour adds value.
Menu strengths
- — Creative signatures like Smoked Old Fashioned and Margarita Flight
- — Shareable cocktail options for groups; Happy hour specials on shots and drinks
Standout selections
- — Smoked Old Fashioned – 1792 Small Batch Bourbon, smoked tableside
- — Margarita Flight – four flavors of Lunazul Blanco Tequila
- — Mega Mule – shareable for 4-6 people
Pricing: Cocktails $8-$18; shareable $45-$55; happy hour shots $6-$12.
Wine
Standard wine list with international labels and house pours. By-the-glass and bottle options, plus happy hour specials. No sommelier or deep curation evident.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of international wines; By-the-glass and bottle availability
Standout selections
- — Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio – $17.5 glass / $70 bottle
Pricing: Wine by the glass $9-$17.5; bottles $38-$70; sangria $10.
Beer
Extensive craft beer list with hundreds of options, including local Florida breweries, spanning IPAs, stouts, sours, ciders, and NA beers.
Menu strengths
- — Beer finder tool for searching by style or origin
Standout selections
- — Cigar City Jai Alai IPA – Florida IPA
- — Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA – Delaware double IPA
- — Athletic Free Wave Hazy IPA – non-alcoholic option
Pricing: Beer prices not confirmed; happy hour offers select pint specials.
Nonalcoholic
Thoughtful NA options: three mocktails, non-alcoholic beers from Athletic and Corona, plus Liquid Death, Fever-Tree, and Vita Coco. Mocktails are priced accessibly.
Menu strengths
- — Three dedicated mocktails at $8; Includes non-alcoholic beer options
- — Other NA beverages like Liquid Death and Fever-Tree
Standout selections
- — Island Daydream – coconut water, pineapple, lime
- — Buzzless Bee – coconut water, honey syrup, lemon, tonic
Pricing: Mocktails $8 each; non-alcoholic beer prices not specified.
Spirits
Premium spirits like Don Julio, Elijah Craig, and Tito's appear throughout the cocktail menu. No dedicated spirits list or tasting program, but the bar uses quality brands.
Menu strengths
- — Use of premium spirits in cocktails; Happy hour includes premium wells
Standout selections
- — Don Julio Blanco Tequila in Watermelon Rita
- — Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon in Peach Bourbon Smash
Pricing: No standalone spirits pricing; happy hour includes premium wells and shots.
How it sits with the food
No food menu details were provided, but the bar snacks and pub fare typical of such venues would pair with the extensive beer list; the spicy Rita could complement fried appetizers.
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