Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileThe Cocktail Club
Charleston, SC
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
Research completed 2026-09-08 · Based on current public sources
Editor: Micah Rousey
Review methodology and evidence standardsThe editorial take
The Cocktail Club earned City Paper's Best Cocktails for 2024, and the menu shows why: creative signatures like Imagine Being Kyle and Damn, Ur Juicy sit alongside classics and punch bowls. Prices run $14-$24, with a $60 punch bowl for groups. A dedicated spirit-free menu covers non-alcoholic drinkers. The bar also highlights rare liquors and house-made infusions.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Elijah Craig Private Barrel Old Fashioned, finished with aromatic smoke, for a spirit-forward showcase. For something brighter, Imagine Being Kyle blends Bulleit bourbon with spiced pear, Aperol, and lemon. Groups can order Limmer's Punch, a Bombay Dry punch that serves 4-6.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Craft cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative, well-constructed drinks will find much to appreciate. The dedicated spirit-free menu also makes this a welcoming stop for those avoiding alcohol, while the punch bowls suit small gatherings.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails are priced from $14 to $24, with punch bowls at $60. Spirit-free options run $9.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The bar's Best of 2024 award for Best Cocktails underscores its reputation. The menu's inventive signatures, such as Damn, Ur Juicy with rosemary and watermelon reduction, plus house-made infusions and a separate spirit-free menu, set it apart.
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
The cocktail program earned Best of 2024 honors. The menu spans creative signatures, classics, and punch bowls, with house-made infusions and a range of prices. Customer accounts mention both classic and creative drinks, supporting the program's strength.
Menu strengths
- — Awarded Best Cocktails by City Paper for 2024, a clear mark of recognition.
- — Menu includes a broad range: signatures like Damn, Ur Juicy, classics, and club variations, with house-made infusions.
Standout selections
- — Elijah Craig Private Barrel Old Fashioned — $24 — bourbon, house old fashioned syrup, bitters, aromatic smoke finish.
- — Imagine Being Kyle — $16 — Bulleit bourbon, spiced pear, Aperol, fresh lemon.
- — Dam, Ur Juicy — $14 — Lunazul blancos, rosemary, watermelon reduction, lime, rhubarb.
Pricing: $14-$24; punch bowls $60
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated spirit-free cocktail menu is available upon request, priced at $9.; A separate menu for spirit-free cocktails shows intentional non-alcoholic programming.
Menu strengths
- — A separate menu for spirit-free cocktails shows intentional non-alcoholic programming.
Standout selections
- — Spirit Free Cocktails — available on request from a dedicated menu, $9.
Pricing: $9
Spirits
Spirit-forward cocktails like the Gold Rush demonstrate a focus on quality spirits.; Extensive selection of rare liquors and house-made infusions.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive selection of rare liquors and house-made infusions.
Standout selections
- — Gold Rush — $16 — Evan Williams bourbon, honey, fresh lemon, orange bitters.
Pricing: Spirit-forward cocktails $14-$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.
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