Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileThe Grape & Grain Exchange
Jacksonville, FL · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Grape & Grain Exchange pairs a notable bourbon collection with a seasonal cocktail list and a compact draft beer program. Red wines are priced accessibly, from a $9 Angeline Pinot Noir to a $19 Robert Mondavi Cab. Cocktails like the Frozen Mojito and Tommy's Margarita anchor a $7-$13 range. A recent customer called the craft cocktails well-made and flavorful, if slower to prepare.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Frozen Mojito, a $13 Jameson Irish Frozen Mule that's a signature seasonal pour. For bourbon, sample Elijah Craig Small Batch at $9 or step up to Buffalo Trace at $15. Pair with a glass of Joel Gott Oregon Pinot Noir ($19) if you're switching to wine.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Bourbon enthusiasts will find over 100 labels, from everyday pours to allocated bottles. Cocktail fans can work through a seasonal list that includes slushes and a Tommy's Margarita. Beer drinkers have a modest but varied draft selection.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $7-$13, red wines $9-$19, and draft beers $4.50-$6. Bourbon pours start at $7 and climb to $75 for rare bottles.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The bar pairs a retail-style spirits selection with live local music. The bourbon list is the centerpiece, with over 100 expressions and prices up to $75, while the cocktail menu rotates seasonally and includes a $7 Pony Boy boiler maker.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The seasonal cocktail menu includes Frozen Mojito, Tommy's Margarita, Agua Picante, Strawberry Frose Slush, and Pony Boy. A classic cocktails section rounds out the list. Customers describe the craft cocktails as well-made and packed with flavor, though preparation may take time.
Menu strengths
- — Seasonal menu rotates creative options like a Strawberry Frose Slush and a tequila-based Agua Picante.
- — Classic cocktails section provides familiar anchors alongside seasonal experiments.
- — Recent customer account praises the cocktails as well-made and flavorful.
Standout selections
- — Frozen Mojito ($13): a Jameson Irish Frozen Mule with a playful name.
- — Pony Boy ($7): a Miller High Life pony with a Jameson shot, a straightforward boiler maker.
Pricing: $7-$13
Wine
Prices stay accessible, from $9 Angeline bottlings to a $19 Joel Gott Oregon Pinot Noir and Robert Mondavi Cab. White wines are also listed.
Menu strengths
- — Red list spans value pours like Angeline Pinot Noir and Santa Julia Malbec at $9.
- — Includes well-known producers such as Joel Gott and Robert Mondavi.
Standout selections
- — Joel Gott Oregon Pinot Noir ($19): Willamette Valley with cranberry, raspberry, and sandalwood notes.
- — Robert Mondavi Cab ($19): Napa Valley with blackberry fruit and clove aromas.
Pricing: $9-$19
Beer
Draft beer is concise but covers a range: Miller Lite, Stiegl Radler, Guinness, Golden Road Mango Cart, Stella Artois, Dos Equis, Bell's Two Hearted, and Founders Hazy IPA. All pours are $6 or less, making it a low-cost complement to the bar's other categories.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of styles from an Austrian radler to Michigan IPA.
- — All draft pours are $6 or less, with Miller Lite at $4.50.
Standout selections
- — Bell's Two Hearted ($6): a 7% IPA from Michigan.
- — Stiegl Draft ($5): a 2.25% radler from Austria.
Pricing: $4.50-$6
Spirits
Bourbon is the clear focus, with over 100 labels listed and prices from $7 to $75. The selection includes everyday pours and rare allocated bottles. Additional spirits categories cover gin, Irish, mezcal, rum, rye, tequila, and vodka.
Menu strengths
- — Over 100 bourbons, including rare and allocated bottles.
- — Bourbon prices span $7 to $75, accommodating both casual and serious drinkers.
- — Beyond bourbon, the menu covers seven other spirit categories.
Standout selections
- — Angel's Envy Cask 119.8 ($65): a high-end cask-strength bourbon.
- — Old Fitzgerald 11yr ($37): an aged Bottled-in-Bond offering.
- — Buffalo Trace ($15): a well-known bourbon at a reasonable pour price.
Pricing: $7-$75
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