Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileThe Jones Oyster Co.
Greenville, SC · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
A cocktail bar and oyster house with a dedicated cocktail menu spanning vodka, gin, tequila, mezcal, rum, and whiskey, plus spirit-free options. The wine list is curated for shellfish, and the draft list features local and regional breweries. Oyster shooters come in alcoholic and non-alcoholic forms, and non-alcoholic beer is on hand. A seafood-focused program with serious drink options.
- What should I order?
- Start with The Jones Martini, a gin or vodka martini with aromatized sake and orange bitters. For a mezcal-driven choice, Ignition Timing pairs tamarind with mole bitters. Pair with an oyster shooter—either the alcoholic Two Yutes with blanco tequila or the non-alcoholic Seasoned Standard.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who like inventive cocktails with a seafood bent, wine drinkers seeking oyster-friendly pours, and anyone looking for non-alcoholic options that go beyond soda will find something here.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run 13 to 16 dollars; by-the-glass wines 10 to 20 dollars; draft beers 6 to 10 dollars. Oyster shooters are 7 dollars each, and the non-alcoholic version is 3 dollars.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The blend of cocktail bar and oyster house drives the program: cocktails incorporate seafood-friendly ingredients like jalapeño guava and sake, while the wine list is explicitly chosen for oysters and shellfish. Non-alcoholic versions of cocktails and shooters are integrated, not afterthoughts.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A dedicated cocktail menu with seasonal, creative drinks spanning vodka, gin, tequila, mezcal, rum, and whiskey. Spirit-free cocktails are included. Oyster shooters come in alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions, extending the cocktail program's reach.
Menu strengths
- — Eight named cocktails show range, from a coconut-rum and habanero number to a rye and Fernet mix.
- — Oyster shooters are integrated into the cocktail program, with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions.
- — Prices from $13 to $16 keep the drinks accessible for a dedicated cocktail list.
Standout selections
- — Mona Lisa Vito: vodka, coconut rum, falernum, lime, jalapeño guava, habanero tincture ($13).
- — Ignition Timing: Del Maguey Vida mezcal, tamarind syrup, mole bitters ($16).
- — The Jones Martini: gin or vodka, aromatized sake, orange bitters ($16).
Pricing: $13-$16 per cocktail; $7 oyster shooters.
Spirits
The selection is evidenced through cocktail recipes rather than a standalone spirits list.; House cocktails feature recognizable craft spirits like Rittenhouse rye, Del Maguey mezcal, and Old Forester bourbon.
Menu strengths
- — House cocktails feature recognizable craft spirits like Rittenhouse rye, Del Maguey mezcal, and Old Forester bourbon.
- — Oyster shooters use spirits such as Lunazul blanco tequila and Effen cucumber vodka, showing range.
Standout selections
- — Rittenhouse Straight Rye Whiskey, used in The Quintessential Gambini.
- — Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, used in Ignition Timing.
Wine
A curated wine list with by-the-glass and by-the-bottle options, including sparkling, white, rosé, and red wines from various regions. Selections are chosen to pair with oysters and shellfish.
Menu strengths
- — Eight named wines show geographic breadth, from Prosecco to Uruguay.
- — The list is explicitly curated for oyster and shellfish pairings, including Picpoul and Albariño.
Standout selections
- — Domaine Font-Mars Picpoul 2023: Picpoul de Pinet, France ($13/$50).
- — Bodega Garzôn Albariño Reserva 2025: Garzôn, Uruguay ($15/$55).
- — Champagne A. Bartel Brut: Côte des Bar, France ($20/$80).
Pricing: By-the-glass $10-$20; by-the-bottle $38-$365.
Beer
Draft and craft beer lists feature local and regional breweries, including Maine, North Carolina, and SC. Non-alcoholic options are also available. A reviewer praised the Lunch IPA from Maine.
Menu strengths
- — Includes both local (Liability Brewing, Magnetic South) and regional (Highland, Wicked Weed, Maine) breweries.
- — Non-alcoholic beers are integrated into the list, expanding choice.
- — Draft prices from $6 to $10 are reasonable.
Standout selections
- — Lunch: Maine Brewing Company, Freeport, ME ($10).; Ultra Secret Enigma: Liability Brewing, SC ($8).
- — Jones Light Lager: Magnetic South Brewery, SC ($7).
Pricing: Draft $6-$10; craft around $7; domestic $5.
Nonalcoholic
A substantial non-alcoholic program: spirit-free cocktails like Hunting Lodge and Neck Brace, a non-alcoholic oyster shooter, and several non-alcoholic beers. These are clearly labeled and priced accessibly.
Menu strengths
- — Two spirit-free cocktails are named with composed ingredients, not just soda.
- — The non-alcoholic oyster shooter at $3 is a unique offering.
- — Multiple non-alcoholic beers from Best Day Brewing and Michelob ULTRA ZERO provide variety.
Standout selections
- — Hunting Lodge: jalapeño guava syrup, lime, ginger beer ($8).
- — Neck Brace: tamarind syrup, green tea, lime ($8).
- — Seasoned Standard Spirit Free: non-alcoholic oyster shooter ($3).
Pricing: Spirit-free cocktails $8; non-alcoholic shooters $3; NA beers $6-$7.
How it sits with the food
Wine selections are chosen to pair with oysters and shellfish, with options like Picpoul de Pinet and Albariño that complement briny flavors. Oyster shooters, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, are designed to be enjoyed with the raw bar.
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