Restaurant
Unclaimed profileThe District Tap
Indianapolis, IN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The District Tap pours a serious drinks program across two locations. Eight signature cocktails, from the TDT Signature Espresso Martini to the Velvet Smoke, show range. A whiskey list topping 100 bottles includes Indiana locals and allocated picks like the Eagle Rare barrel selection. Daily specials drive value: $5 Rhinegeist pints on Friday, half-off wine bottles Wednesday, and $6 Buffalo Trace Mondays.
- What should I order?
- Start with the TDT Signature Espresso Martini ($14), a coffee-forward mix of Tito's, Kahlua, and espresso. For whiskey depth, request the Eagle Rare TDT Barrel Pick, an allocated house selection. On Monday, the $6 Buffalo Trace is the value move.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Whiskey drinkers will find the extensive bourbon and Scotch list, including allocated names like Blanton's and Macallan 18, worth exploring. Cocktail fans have a solid range of classics and originals, while beer drinkers can rotate through local Indiana taps.
- When should I go?
- Wednesday brings half-off select bottles of wine, and Friday features $5 Rhinegeist and Modelo pints. Monday offers Buffalo Trace for $6. These daily specials make any weekday a reasonable visit for value.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Signature cocktails run $10 to $14. House wine starts at $7 a glass. Daily beer specials range from $4 to $7. The high end includes Rombauer Chardonnay at $68 a bottle.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The whiskey program stands out with over 100 selections, including Indiana distillers like Hard Truth and allocated bottles such as the Eagle Rare TDT Barrel Pick. Signature cocktails are priced accessibly, and daily deals stretch from $4 Corona bottles to $6 Jack Daniel's.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Eight signature cocktails, from the TDT Signature Espresso Martini to the Velvet Smoke, show a range of styles and base spirits. Prices stay under $15, and the Tuesday margarita special drops to $8.
Menu strengths
- — A broad signature list spans espresso, rye, mezcal, rum, and tequila bases.
- — Daily specials like $8 margaritas on Tuesday make cocktails accessible.
Standout selections
- — TDT Signature Espresso Martini — Tito's, Kahlua, simple syrup, espresso — $14
- — Black Manhattan — Sazerac Rye, Amaro Montenegro, bitters, maraschino cherry — $12
- — Velvet Smoke — Banhez Mezcal, fresh lime, simple, orange bitters — $12
Pricing: $10-$14; Tuesday margaritas $8
Wine
The wine list is practical and approachable, anchored by Canyon Road house pours and recognizable labels like Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc and La Marca Prosecco. A Wednesday half-off bottle special adds value.
Menu strengths
- — House wines by Canyon Road are offered by glass, carafe, or bottle from $7.
- — A range of whites, reds, and sparkling wines covers multiple regions and styles.
- — Wednesday's half-off select bottles provides a clear incentive for bottle drinking.
Standout selections
- — House Wines by Canyon Road — seven varietals — $7 glass / $10 carafe / $26 bottle
- — Rombauer Chardonnay — bottle only — $68; Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc — $12 glass / $16 carafe / $46 bottle
Pricing: Glasses from $7; bottles to $68
Beer
Beer is a value-driven program with daily specials featuring Indiana breweries like Sun King, Metazoa, and Rhinegeist. Domestic pints, bottles, and large formats rotate at prices from $4 to $7.
Menu strengths
- — Daily specials include local craft pints from Metazoa and Rhinegeist for $5.
- — Large-format options like 22oz domestics on Monday and Sun King on Sunday are priced at $5-$7.
- — The craft beer focus is part of the venue's stated identity.
Standout selections
- — Rhinegeist pints — $5 on Friday; Metazoa pints — $5 on Thursday
Pricing: $4-$7 daily specials
Spirits
The spirits program is the deepest category, with over 100 whiskeys and bourbons covering Indiana locals, Kentucky bourbon, Scotch, and allocated bottles. Daily specials on Buffalo Trace, Jack Daniel's, and Fireball keep entry points low.
Menu strengths
- — A whiskey and bourbon list exceeding 100 selections includes allocated and rare bottles.
- — Indiana local distilleries such as Hard Truth, Moon Drops, and Hotel Tango are featured.
- — Monday's $6 Buffalo Trace and Thursday's $6 Jack Daniel's offer accessible pours.
Standout selections
- — Eagle Rare TDT Barrel Pick — allocated bourbon, exclusive barrel selection
- — Blanton's — allocated bourbon; Hard Truth Wheated Bourbon — Indiana local
Pricing: Specials from $5; premium pours vary
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