Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileThe Keep Easy
Jenkintown, PA · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
A cocktail bar with a speakeasy feel, The Keep Easy earns its reputation on creative, well-regarded cocktails. Twists on Bee's Knees and Old Fashioned anchor a menu that also includes a coffee whiskey espresso martini. A meadery aspect adds local spirit depth, and Sunday happy hour cuts $5 off most signature cocktails. The bar's cozy, hidden-gem atmosphere suits quiet evenings.
- What should I order?
- Order the Bee's Knees twist or the Old Fashioned twist; both are praised. The espresso martini, made with coffee whiskey, is a notable choice. For something different, try a mead flight to explore local selections.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative twists in a low-key setting will appreciate the bar. Mead lovers and those interested in local spirits will find the mead flights and knowledgeable staff especially appealing.
- When should I go?
- Sunday all-day happy hour offers $5 off most signature cocktails, making it an opportune time to sample the menu. Evenings are described as cozy and quiet, suitable for dates or relaxed gatherings.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Pricing is not detailed in available sources, but Sunday happy hour provides $5 off most signature cocktails, suggesting a moderate price point typical of craft cocktail bars.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Keep Easy combines a speakeasy-style lounge with a meadery focus, offering mead flights alongside creative cocktails. Knowledgeable bartenders guide local spirit selections, and a bring-your-own-food policy adds flexibility.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Reviewers consistently praise creative, high-quality craft cocktails, including twists on Bee's Knees and Old Fashioned. Seasonal offerings and a coffee whiskey espresso martini add interest, though detailed execution is not independently verified.
Menu strengths
- — Creative and high-quality craft cocktails praised by reviewers.
Standout selections
- — Bee's Knees twist – a creative take on the classic cocktail.
- — Old Fashioned twist – another classic reimagined.
- — Espresso Martini – made with coffee whiskey.
Pricing: Sunday happy hour offers $5 off most signature cocktails.
Spirits
The spirits program is supported by mentions of a meadery aspect, with mead flights and selection. Bartenders are knowledgeable about local spirits, offering helpful suggestions, but specific producers and range are not detailed.
Menu strengths
- — Mead selection and flights available.; Knowledgeable staff about local spirits.
Standout selections
- — Mead Flight – a selection of mead.
How it sits with the food
The venue's bring-your-own-food policy lets guests pair their own provisions with the drinks. The coffee whiskey espresso martini could complement dessert, while the Bee's Knees twist's herbal or honey notes might pair with cheese or charcuterie.
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