Restaurant
Unclaimed profileThe Tattooed Moose
North Charleston, SC · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Tattooed Moose pairs a creative cocktail list with a deep draft beer program. Specialty cocktails like the Bourbon Punch and Passion Fruit Daiquiri sit at $13, while brunch brings the over-the-top Moose Bloody. Draft lists cover hoppy, dark, and sour categories, with local and regional options. Both Johns Island and Park Circle locations offer the same extensive beverage lineup.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Bourbon Punch, a blend of Blade & Bow Bourbon, Earl Grey tea, Madeira, and lemon sugar. For something bold, the Old Fashioned uses the same bourbon with maple and chocolate bitters. Beer drinkers can't go wrong with a draft Bell's Two Hearted IPA.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts will appreciate the range of classics and creative punches. Beer lovers will find a well-organized list spanning hoppy, dark, and sour styles. The brunch crowd can tackle the theatrical Moose Bloody, garnished with chicken wings and a Krispy Kreme doughnut.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Specialty cocktails run $13, with the Margarita on Tap at $10. Brunch cocktails are higher: The Moose Bloody $19 and Moose Brunch Punch $18. Draft beers are typically $8, with domestic bottles from $3 to $6. One-ounce spirit pours are $5.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Moose Bloody is a full meal, topped with chicken wings, a Krispy Kreme doughnut, and pickled items with an Old Bay rim. The beer program is equally distinctive, with a Bucket O' High Life Ponies for $15 and a draft list that includes local and regional breweries.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A broad specialty list includes Bourbon Punch, Espresso Martini, Hurricane, Old Fashioned, Passion Fruit Daiquiri, and Margarita on Tap. Brunch adds The Moose Bloody and Moose Brunch Punch. Cocktails are available at both Johns Island and Park Circle locations.
Menu strengths
- — Creative ingredient combinations, such as Earl Grey tea and Madeira in the Bourbon Punch.
- — A dedicated brunch cocktail list with elaborate options like The Moose Bloody.
Standout selections
- — Bourbon Punch – Blade & Bow Bourbon, Earl Grey tea, Madeira, lemon sugar.
- — The Moose Bloody – Coastal Mary mix, chicken wings, Krispy Kreme, pickled things, Old Bay rim.
- — Old Fashioned – Blade & Bow Bourbon, brown sugar, maple, orange, Angostura bitters.
Pricing: Specialty cocktails $13 each; Margarita on Tap $10; brunch cocktails The Moose Bloody $19, Moose Brunch Punch $18, Classic Bloody $9, Classic Mimosas $5–$10.
Wine
A compact by-the-glass list covers white, red, and sparkling: Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet, and Prosecco. Prices are modest, fitting a casual beverage program.
Menu strengths
- — Covers all major wine categories in a simple house format.
Standout selections
- — Prosecco – sparkling option at $12 per glass.
- — Pinot Noir – red pour at $10 per glass.
Pricing: Glasses range $8–$12; Park Circle lists wine at $9 per glass.
Beer
An extensive draft and bottle list organized by style, including Hoppy, Dark, Light/Wheat, Ciders, Sours, Seltzers, and Classics. Drafts feature local and regional breweries, with several IPAs and a non-alcoholic option.
Menu strengths
- — Wide style range with dedicated categories for sours and ciders.
- — Local and regional draft options like Coast Hop Art and Westbrook One Claw.
- — Value formats like the Bucket O' High Life Ponies.
Standout selections
- — Bell's Two Hearted IPA – 7% ABV draft.
- — Westbrook One Claw Rye IPA – 5.5% ABV draft.
- — Bucket O' High Life Ponies – six 7oz bottles.
Pricing: Draft beers typically $8; domestic bottles $3–$6; Bucket O' High Life Ponies $15.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic options include Athletic N/A Amber and Upside Down Golden, Best Days N/A, Guinness Zero, La Colombe Cold Brew, and iced tea. Prices are reasonable for the category.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple non-alcoholic beer styles, including a stout.; Quality coffee option from La Colombe.
Standout selections
- — Athletic N/A Amber – non-alcoholic amber ale.; Guinness Zero – non-alcoholic stout.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic beers $6 each; iced tea $4; La Colombe Cold Brew $6.
Spirits
A straightforward lineup of 1 oz pours including Jameson, Espolon, Fernet, Fireball, Jager, Lunazul, Rumplemintz, and Astral Blanco. The Chucktown Faves selection provides an easy way to sample.
Menu strengths
- — Low-cost entry to premium and popular spirits at $5 per ounce.
- — Includes a variety of categories from whiskey to amaro.
Standout selections
- — Fernet – 1 oz pour.; Jameson – 1 oz pour.
Pricing: 1 oz pours $5 each.
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