Bar
Unclaimed profileThe Cabin
Sacramento, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Cabin runs a cocktail program with 13 signature drinks, priced $10-$14, featuring brown butter syrup, lavender, and flaming marshmallows. Creators are credited, signaling a crafted approach. Beer offers 8 rotating taps and a wide bottle/can selection, with California breweries represented. Spirits appear extensively in cocktails, though no dedicated list exists.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Gimme S'more, a dessert-like cocktail with a lit marshmallow and marshmallow rim. For something fruitier and stronger, She's My Cherry Pie. The Cabin Old Fashioned, with brown butter syrup and lavender, offers a creative classic. Beer drinkers can explore rotating taps from Firestone Walker, Breakside, and others.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking inventive, dessert-forward drinks will find much to appreciate. Fans of credited bartender creations and those who enjoy a wide beer selection with local California options will also feel at home. The playful presentation, like the flaming marshmallow, appeals to those looking for a memorable drink experience.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are prime for the full cocktail experience. The rotating beer taps suggest changing options, so repeat visits offer variety.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $10 to $14, with a red vermouth on the rocks at $8. Beer prices are not listed, so expect typical bar pricing. Overall, a round of cocktails is moderately priced.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu stands out for its credited creators and use of unconventional ingredients like brown butter syrup and flaming marshmallow. The Gimme S'more, with its lit marshmallow and marshmallow rim, is a visual and gustatory centerpiece. The beer program's focus on California breweries adds local character.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A creative 13-cocktail menu with credited creators, unique ingredients like brown butter syrup and lavender, and playful presentations.
Menu strengths
- — Credited cocktail creators suggest a crafted, intentional program.
- — Unique ingredients and presentations, like flaming marshmallow, set it apart.
Standout selections
- — Gimme S'more: Smirnoff Whipped Vodka, chocolate, cream, flaming marshmallow, marshmallow rim.
- — Cabin Old Fashioned: Old Forester 100 Proof, brown butter syrup, lavender, bitters.
Pricing: Cocktails priced $10-$14; red vermouth on the rocks $8.
Beer
Eight rotating taps and a wide bottle/can selection, with a strong emphasis on California breweries. Includes local favorites like Firestone Walker, Breakside, and Moonraker, plus classic bottles.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse selection with rotating taps and many bottles/cans.
Standout selections
- — 805 Blonde Ale from Firestone Walker, 4.7% ABV.
- — Wanderlust West Coast IPA from Breakside, 6.7% ABV.
- — Cabin Fever American Light Lager from Belching Beaver, 4.2% ABV.
Pricing: No beer prices listed on the menu.
Spirits
Spirits are used extensively across the cocktail menu, featuring a wide range of brands from Tito's to Del Maguey mezcal. A house-blended whiskey appears in one cocktail, indicating some in-house spirit work.
Menu strengths
- — Wide range of spirits featured in cocktails.; House-blended whiskey demonstrates a crafted approach.
Standout selections
- — George of the Jungle: house-blended whiskey, banana liqueur, Skrewball, chocolate bitters.
- — Agave Fields Forever: Jimador Blanco tequila, Aperol, strawberry syrup, lemon, sparkling wine.
Pricing: No dedicated spirits list or pricing available.
How it sits with the food
No food menu was found, but the dessert-like Gimme S'more could pair with a light dessert or be enjoyed on its own. The fruitier She's My Cherry Pie might complement savory snacks. Beer options like a pale ale from Drake's could pair with bar snacks, but specifics are unverified.
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