Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileThe Daily Refresher
Rochester, NY · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Daily Refresher stakes its reputation on whiskey, listing over 300 spirits with per-ounce pricing that runs from a $7 pour of 1792 Small Batch to Van Winkle 15 Year at $75. The cocktail program nods to classics, and one bartender's custom creations have drawn praise. Beer stays local and rotating.
- What should I order?
- Start with a pour of Blanton's Single Barrel at $18/oz to gauge the whiskey list's range, or go deeper with George T. Stagg Straight at $45/oz. For cocktails, the rum sour has been recommended alongside food.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Whiskey enthusiasts will find the extensive list, including rare and allocated bottles, a major draw. Those who appreciate classic cocktail programs and local beer will also find options.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Whiskey pours range from $7 to $75 per ounce, so costs vary widely depending on selection. Cocktail and beer prices are not specified.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The claim of the largest whiskey list, exceeding 300 spirits with per-ounce pricing, sets it apart. The affiliation with Flower City Drinksmiths and recognition as Best Cocktail Bar add context.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail program leans on classic styles and craft ingredients, with a menu of house classics and mocktails. Bartender Tyler has been noted for creating custom drinks, and the venue has been voted Best Cocktail Bar locally.
Menu strengths
- — Menu references craft cocktails and featured classics, indicating a broad approach.
- — Bartender Tyler impressed with custom specialty drinks at a Freedom Friday event.
Standout selections
- — Rum Sour – a cocktail that a reviewer recommended pairing with shrimp tacos.
Beer
Beer offerings focus on local micro-brews, with a rotating tap list and bottled or canned options. The selection is described but lacks specific names or details.
Menu strengths
- — Rotating tap list keeps the selection dynamic.; Local micro-brews support regional producers.
Standout selections
- — Menu page references 'Our Rotating Tap List' and 'Wine and Beer by the bottle or can'.
Spirits
The whiskey list exceeds 300 spirits, spanning bourbon, rye, American, Scotch, Irish, Canadian, Japanese, and international categories. Rare and allocated bottles are available, with transparent per-ounce pricing.
Menu strengths
- — Over 300 whiskeys across a wide range of styles and regions.
- — Includes rare and allocated bottles such as George T. Stagg and Van Winkle.
- — Per-ounce pricing allows sampling of high-end pours without committing to a full bottle.
Standout selections
- — 1792 Small Batch – Bourbon, $7/oz.; Blanton's Single Barrel – Bourbon, $18/oz.
- — George T. Stagg Straight – Bourbon, $45/oz.; Van Winkle 15 Year Family – Bourbon, $75/oz.
Pricing: Per-ounce pricing, e.g., 1792 Small Batch $7, Blanton's Single Barrel $18, George T. Stagg $45, Van Winkle 15 Year $75.
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