Restaurant
Unclaimed profileThe Horses Lounge
Schenectady, NY · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Horses Lounge pours a whiskey-heavy spirits list with Buffalo Trace and Macallan 12, plus local vodka options. Draft beer leans on New York brewers like Big Ditch and Wolf Hollow. The seven-varietal wine list spans countries but has drawn a customer complaint about inconsistency. Beer and spirits carry the program; wine drinkers should choose carefully.
- What should I order?
- Start with a local draft pour like Big Ditch Dayburner IPA or Wolf Hollow El Lobo Loco. For spirits, Buffalo Trace bourbon offers a reliable pour, or go for Macallan 12 if you want a single malt.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer drinkers will appreciate the regional draft selection including Ithaca and Wolf Hollow. Whiskey fans will find familiar names like Basil Hayden and Woodford Reserve plus a few surprises.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The draft list features the own Wolf Hollow El Lobo Loco alongside Buffalo's Big Ditch, giving the beer program a clear New York identity. Spirits extend to local Albany Distilling vodka, reinforcing a regional focus.
Beverage categories
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Wine
The wine list covers seven varietals, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Riesling from multiple countries. Named pours range from Carta Vienna Cabernet Sauvignon to Donini Pinot Grigio. One customer reported inconsistent quality across visits.
Menu strengths
- — Seven varietals span international regions, offering basic red and white choices.
- — Includes a Riesling from Washingtonville, NY, adding a local touch.
Standout selections
- — Carta Vienna Cabernet Sauvignon from Argentina; Bae Riesling from Washingtonville, NY
Beer
Draft beer highlights New York breweries, including Big Ditch Dayburner IPA, Ithaca Hop Odyssey IPA, and Wolf Hollow El Lobo Loco. Canned options include Yuengling Lager and White Claw Black Cherry, covering domestic and imported tastes.
Menu strengths
- — Local and regional draft representation from Buffalo, Ithaca, and.
- — A broad canned and bottled range includes domestic lagers and hard seltzer.
Standout selections
- — Big Ditch Dayburner IPA; Wolf Hollow El Lobo Loco
Spirits
The spirits list is organized by category, with whiskey, vodka, tequila, rye, rum, gin, and liqueurs. Whiskey names include Basil Hayden, Buffalo Trace, and Macallan 12. Vodka extends to Albany Distilling and Upstate Vodka, adding local flavor.
Menu strengths
- — Whiskey selection spans bourbon, rye, and single malt, including Buffalo Trace and Macallan 12.
- — Vodka list includes local options like Albany Distilling and Upstate Vodka.
Standout selections
- — Buffalo Trace bourbon; Macallan 12 single malt; Empress 1908 gin
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