Restaurant
Unclaimed profileThe Hangar
Indianapolis, IN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Hangar pours a broad, reasonably priced bar program with an emphasis on frozen margaritas, to-go cocktails, and Indiana spirits. Specialty drinks like the Indy Fashioned use local bourbon, while the beer list leans on Sun King and Three Floyds. Wine is basic but cheap, and nonalcoholic options include Athletic Brewing.
- What should I order?
- Start with The Hangar Rita, a tequila-based classic with optional fruit flavor, or the Indy Fashioned, built on Hotel Tango Bourbon. For a larger group, consider a 32oz souvenir mug cocktail or a 4-pack of to-go Sun King cans.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Crowds looking for shareable, high-volume drinks and frozen margaritas will find familiar territory. Fans of Indiana breweries and distilleries get local names like Sun King, Three Floyds, Hotel Tango, and 8th Day.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Specialty cocktails run $12-$14; frozen margaritas are $14 or 2 for $20. Wine by the glass is $5.50. To-go canned cocktails are $13 each or 2 for $20. Shots are $6.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The bar leans into to-go and large-format options: canned cocktails, 32oz souvenir mugs, and mix-and-match beer 4-packs. The cocktail menu showcases Indiana spirits, and the Handlebar tour connection adds a free round of shots for First Class tours.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A lengthy specialty list leans on Indiana spirits and tropical flavors, with eight named cocktails plus frozen margaritas and to-go cans. Prices stay modest, and the menu was updated in April 2026.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive menu of named specialty cocktails using Indiana distilleries like 8th Day, Hotel Tango, and Cardinal Spirits.
- — Frozen margaritas come in five flavors, with a 2-for-$20 deal.
- — To-go canned cocktails and 32oz souvenir mugs extend the program beyond the bar.
Standout selections
- — The Hangar Rita — Mayahuel Blanco Tequila, triple sec, agave, lime; add strawberry, mango, peach, or passion fruit.
- — Indy Fashioned — Hotel Tango Bourbon, simple syrup, Angostura bitters, Luxardo cherry.
- — Rum Way to Paradise — Hard Truth Toasted Coco Rum, pineapple chipotle syrup, mango, ginger beer.
Pricing: $12-$14
Wine
A straightforward by-the-glass list covers the expected reds and whites, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Prosecco. All glasses are uniformly priced at $5.50.
Menu strengths
- — Covers both red and white categories with eight varietals.
- — Uniform low price per glass makes wine an inexpensive option.
Standout selections
- — Cabernet Sauvignon — $5.5 — Red wine by the glass.
Pricing: $5.50/glass
Beer
Draft and can lists mix national lagers with Indiana craft, including Sun King, Three Floyds, and seasonal offerings. To-go mix-and-match 4-packs add take-home value.
Menu strengths
- — Draft lineup includes local Indiana breweries such as Sun King and Three Floyds.
- — Craft cans feature Terre Haute Fruited Sour, 3 Floyds Gumball Head, and Angry Orchard Hard Cider.
- — To-go 4-packs allow mixing Sun King, Gumball Head, and hard seltzers for $12.
Standout selections
- — Sunlight Cream Ale — Sun King's flagship draft.
- — Zombie Dust — Three Floyds' popular pale ale on draft.
- — Sun King Orange Vanilla Cream Ale — available in to-go 4-packs.
Pricing: To-go 4-packs $12
Nonalcoholic
Two non-alcoholic beers from Athletic Brewing are available: Run Wild IPA and Run Wild Golden. The selection is minimal but covers the category with a reputable brand.
Menu strengths
- — Non-alcoholic beer options include Athletic Brewing Run Wild IPA and Athletic Brewing Run Wild Golden.
Standout selections
- — Athletic Brewing Run Wild IPA — non-alcoholic IPA.
- — Athletic Brewing Run Wild Golden — non-alcoholic golden ale.
Spirits
Bottle service provides a group option.; Spirits from Indiana producers like Hotel Tango and 8th Day are featured in cocktails.
Menu strengths
- — Spirits from Indiana producers like Hotel Tango and 8th Day are featured in cocktails.
- — Shot menu offers playful options like Pedal Lube and Skittles at $6.
- — Bottle service at $48 for 18 shots suits group gatherings.
Standout selections
- — Pedal Lube — Smirnoff Vodka, lemonade, electrolytes, pucker.
- — Skittles — Vodka, peach schnapps, sweet & sour, soda.
Pricing: $6 shots; bottle service $48
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