Restaurant
Unclaimed profileThe Refuge | Restaurant & Lounge
Yuba City, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Refuge runs a well-stocked bar with a House Special Cocktail section listing four named drinks: Asian Pear Mule, Old Fashion, La Chai, and Gabbar Singh. Spirits are listed by brand across gin, whiskey, brandy, rum, and tequila, including Empress Gin, Knob Creek Bourbon, Don Julio Blanco, Plantation Rum, and Hennessy. The drinks menu also carries twelve non-alcoholic options with individual prices, from Mango Lassi to Masala Chai. Mixologists craft the signature cocktails.
- What should I order?
- Start with one of the four House Special Cocktails, such as the Asian Pear Mule or La Chai. For a spirit-forward choice, the bar lists Empress Gin, Knob Creek Bourbon, Don Julio Blanco, Plantation Rum, and Hennessy. The Mango Lassi and Masala Chai are priced non-alcoholic options.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Guests who want a full bar with named house cocktails and a broad brand list across gin, whiskey, tequila, rum, and brandy. The non-alcoholic list also suits those seeking a priced alternative beyond soda.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Non-alcoholic shots are priced individually, with Mango Lassi at $3.99, Masala Chai at $3.49, Limca and Thums Up at $2.49, and Mango Frooti at $1.49. Cocktail and spirit prices are not listed in the available menu detail.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A House Special Cocktail section with four named drinks sits alongside a spirits list organized by brand across five categories, and a twelve-item non-alcoholic menu that includes Mango Lassi, Masala Chai, Limca, Thums Up, and Mango Frooti.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The bar menu lists a House Special Cocktail section with four named drinks: Asian Pear Mule, Old Fashion, La Chai, and Gabbar Singh. The bar is staffed by mixologists who craft signature cocktails, and the venue operates a well-stocked bar.
Menu strengths
- — Four named house special cocktails give the program a clear signature list.
- — Mixologists craft the signature cocktails at a well-stocked bar.
Standout selections
- — Asian Pear Mule, listed under House Special Cocktail on the bar menu.
- — Old Fashion, listed under House Special Cocktail on the bar menu.
- — La Chai, listed under House Special Cocktail on the bar menu.
- — Gabbar Singh, listed under House Special Cocktail on the bar menu.
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated drinks menu lists twelve non-alcoholic beverages with individual prices, including Coffee, Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Mango Lassi, Ginger Ale, Masala Chai, Limca, Thums Up, Mango Frooti, Sparkling Water, and Club Soda. Several items are presented as shots with individual prices.
Menu strengths
- — Twelve non-alcoholic beverages are listed with individual prices.
- — The list includes Mango Lassi, Masala Chai, Limca, Thums Up, and Mango Frooti as priced shots.
Standout selections
- — Mango Lassi, a tropical shot blending ripe mango with creamy yogurt, priced at $3.99.
- — Masala Chai, a shot blending robust black tea with aromatic spices, priced at $3.49.
- — Limca, a sparkling citrus shot priced at $2.49.
- — Thums Up, a cola shot with a hint of spice, priced at $2.49.
Pricing: Mango Lassi $3.99; Masala Chai $3.49; Limca $2.49; Thums Up $2.49; Mango Frooti $1.49.
Spirits
The bar menu lists spirits by brand across gin, whiskey, brandy, rum, and tequila. Gin brands include Empress Gin, Beefeater, Bombay Sapphire, and Tanqueray; whiskey includes Knob Creek Bourbon, Makers Mark, Crown Royal, Jack Daniels, and Jameson; tequila includes Don Julio Blanco, Patron, and Casamigos; rum includes Plantation Rum and Malibu; brandy includes Hennessy.
Menu strengths
- — Spirits are listed by brand across five categories: gin, whiskey, brandy, rum, and tequila.
- — The whiskey list alone carries nine named brands, from Knob Creek Bourbon to Jameson.
Standout selections
- — Empress Gin, listed under Gin on the bar menu.
- — Knob Creek Bourbon, listed under Whiskey on the bar menu.
- — Don Julio Blanco, listed under Tequila on the bar menu.
- — Plantation Rum, listed under Rum on the bar menu.
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