Restaurant
Unclaimed profileThe Lost and Found NBTX
New Braunfels, TX · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Lost and Found NBTX pairs a Texas-leaning cocktail list with a broad beer roster and a compact wine selection. Cocktails run $10–$14 and rely on house-made syrups, with standouts like the Hill Country Haze and Fire Ant Margarita. The venue brands itself a whiskey bar, though the spirits list itself is not detailed. Beer drinkers get plenty of draft and bottle options, and non-alcoholic seltzers round things out.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Fire Ant Margarita, a Bahrenbecker-infused tequila number with blackberry habanero syrup and a Tajin rim that the menu promises won't bite. Or go for the Hill Country Haze, a vodka-Aperol cooler topped with Topo Chico. Both show the house syrup program to good effect.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts looking for creative, reasonably priced drinks will find a lot to like. Beer fans have a deep draft and bottle list, and non-alcoholic drinkers have seltzer and N/A options. The self-described whiskey bar angle may intrigue bourbon seekers, though the selection isn't spelled out.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $10 to $14. Wine glasses start at $8, with bottles up to $75. Beer prices are not listed, but the range is typical. Overall, a round of drinks should land in the moderate bracket.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu leans on Texas ingredients and local producers: Bahrenbecker whiskey and tequila appear in several drinks, and the Fuzzy swaps simple syrup for hefeweizen syrup. The Fire Ant Margarita's blackberry habanero syrup and Tajin rim give a signature kick without the advertised heat.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative cocktails lean on house-made syrups and Texas spirits. The menu spans a frozen margarita to a Tex-Presso Martini, with prices from $10 to $14. Customers describe the drinks as great and exceptional, with many concoctions that wake up the taste buds.
Menu strengths
- — Texas spirits feature prominently: Bahrenbecker whiskey and tequila anchor several cocktails.
- — Pricing stays accessible at $10–$14 for a wide range of styles.
Standout selections
- — Hill Country Haze — Tito's Vodka, Aperol, grapefruit syrup, lemon, topped with Topo Chico ($12).
- — Fire Ant Margarita — Bahrenbecker-infused tequila, blackberry habanero syrup, lime, Tajin rim ($14).
- — The Hand — Buffalo Trace Bourbon, cherry mead, honey serrano syrup, lemon ($14).
Pricing: $10–$14
Wine
A compact but balanced wine list offers whites, reds, and bubbles. Prices span $8 to $75.
Menu strengths
- — Both a Chardonnay and a Sauvignon Blanc from Snake Charmer are offered, giving white wine drinkers choices.
- — Red options include Snake Charmer Cabernet and the well-known Austin Hope Cabernet.
- — Pricing is approachable, with glasses starting at $8.
Standout selections
- — Snake Charmer Chardonnay — Sonoma, $8 glass / $30 bottle.
- — Austin Hope Cabernet — Paso Robles, $75 bottle.
Pricing: $8–$75
Beer
An extensive beer program spans draft, bottle, and seltzer. Drafts include Love Street Blonde, McConauHaze IPA, and Shiner Bock; bottles range from Lone Star to Guinness Draught. Seltzer options like White Claw and Highnoon add variety.
Menu strengths
- — Draft list covers local and national names, including Love Street Blonde and McConauHaze IPA.
- — Bottled selection includes classics like Shiner Bock and Guinness Draught, plus Lone Star cans.
- — Seltzer offerings from White Claw, Highnoon, and Suncruiser broaden the appeal.
Standout selections
- — McConauHaze IPA — draft, a hazy IPA with a Texas-inspired name.
- — Guinness Draught Can — bottled stout for when a draft isn't enough.
- — Shiner Bock — a Texas staple on draft.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic options are limited but present: Michelob Zero N/A beer and a trio of seltzer brands. White Claw comes in black cherry, Highnoon in watermelon and pineapple, and Suncruiser offers iced tea, lemonade, and pink lemonade flavors.
Menu strengths
- — Michelob Zero N/A provides a non-alcoholic beer choice.
- — Multiple seltzer brands and flavors give variety beyond standard sodas.
Standout selections
- — Suncruiser Seltzer — available in iced tea, classic lemonade, and pink lemonade.
Spirits
The venue is described as a 'Whiskey Bar' with hand-picked whiskey and bourbon, and a dedicated whiskey bar section exists on the website.
Menu strengths
- — A 'Whiskey Bar' with hand-picked Whiskey & Bourbon.
Standout selections
- — A 'Whiskey Bar' with hand-picked Whiskey & Bourbon.
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