Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileThe Tatarian
Denver, CO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Tatarian's Cocktails Volume 3 menu is an exercise in ingredient-forward imagination, pairing Old Grand Dad bourbon with lapsang tea or vodka with pandan and lemongrass. Warm and sharing formats add a communal twist. The spirits list runs deep, from Blood Oath to Chartreuse 1605. Wine and beer stay minimal, but non-alcoholic options are thoughtfully stocked.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Tatarian, a bourbon-Amaro-lapsang tea blend. For something adventurous, the Endicott layers rye, pear eau de vie, Laphroaig, and Malbec with a pear air. Non-drinkers should try the Luna, a tea-based cocktail with blueberry and balsamic.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative, well-balanced drinks and a deep spirits selection. The warm and sharing cocktails suit groups, while the non-alcoholic program makes it accessible to abstainers.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $14 to $19; spirits pours from $5 to $105, with premium selections like Blood Oath Pact 10 at $75. Wine by the glass runs $8-$16.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The rotating 'Volume 3' menu features warm and sharing cocktails, a rarity. The spirits list is remarkably deep, including rare bottlings like Blood Oath Pact 10 and Chartreuse 1605, alongside a dedicated amari section.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative, rotating menu with diverse ingredients and formats including warm and sharing options.
Menu strengths
- — Ingredient-forward recipes with unique combinations; Warm and sharing formats
Standout selections
- — Tatarian: Old Grand Dad bourbon, Amaro Montenegro, maple, lapsang tea, bitters ($15)
- — Endicott: High West rye, pear eau de vie, Laphroaig, sage, honey, black pepper, lemon, Malbec, pear air ($19)
Pricing: $14-$19 per cocktail
Wine
A concise wine list covering major varietals and regions, including a non-alcoholic sparkling option. No bottle list or extensive depth.
Menu strengths
- — Varied selection of red, white, rosé, and sparkling
Standout selections
- — Pinot Noir: Aresti Special Reserve, CL ($16)
- — Torrontes: The Winemaker, Loscano, AR ($14)
Pricing: $8-$16 per glass
Beer
Very limited canned beer and cider list, with only four options. Includes a non-alcoholic IPA.
Standout selections
- — Partake IPA (N/A): Non-alcoholic IPA ($12)
Pricing: Partake IPA (N/A) at $12
Nonalcoholic
Thoughtful non-alcoholic program with a dedicated cocktail, multiple N/A spirits, beer, and sparkling wine. Prices reasonable.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated non-alcoholic cocktail 'Luna'; Range of N/A spirits including The Pathfinder
Standout selections
- — Luna: Skullcap tea, lemon, basil, green pepper, blueberry, balsamic vinegar, egg white ($14)
Pricing: $8-$16 for N/A spirits; Luna cocktail $14
Spirits
Extensive and diverse spirits list covering all major categories, with rare and premium selections. Strong amari section.
Menu strengths
- — Deep selection across whiskey, scotch, agave, and more
- — Includes rare bottles like Blood Oath Pact 10 and Chartreuse 1605
Standout selections
- — Blood Oath Pact 10: Bourbon ($75)
- — High West Midwinter Nights Dram Rye: Rye whiskey ($46)
Pricing: $5-$105 per pour
How it sits with the food
No food program is documented, but the cocktail menu's savory and umami notes, such as miso in Ying Ke Pine, could pair with rich or spicy dishes if food were available.
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