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Unclaimed profileThree Sisters Whiskey Bar
San Jose, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Three Sisters Whiskey Bar pairs a serious cocktail program with an 18-tap rotating draft list and a structured Whiskey Club. House originals like Larceny Paper Plane and Tres Brujas show real range, while club tiers from $200 to $700 reward committed whiskey drinkers with single barrel picks.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Larceny Paper Plane ($17), a bourbon-amaro cocktail with amaro nonino, aperol, and lemon. For something darker, the Ryes of the Machines ($18) blends rye whiskeys with rye-infused meletti and bitters.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Whiskey enthusiasts who want a membership community with curated releases and single barrel access will find a home here. Cocktail drinkers who appreciate original builds with amari and house syrups also have plenty to explore.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $16–$18, with drafts $9–$11. Whiskey Club memberships range from $200 for three months to $700 for a full year.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Whiskey Club program is the differentiator: three membership tiers provide perks like 10% off pours, access to single barrel picks, and curated releases, plus educational events. The cocktail list also leans into amaro-forward and house-blend creations.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A strong cocktail program with a dedicated menu of house originals. Recipes show careful construction: the Larceny Paper Plane layers bourbon, amaro nonino, aperol, and lemon, while the Tres Brujas uses oolong tea syrup and blackberry with Highland Park. Prices range from $16 to $18.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple original recipes with balanced, complex ingredients like amaro nonino, oolong tea syrup, and house blends.
- — Prices are moderate for the level of craft, with most cocktails at $17–$18.
Standout selections
- — Larceny Paper Plane: Larceny bourbon, amaro nonino, aperol, lemon.
- — Ryes of the Machines: house rye blend, rye-infused meletti, bitters.
Pricing: $16-$18
Beer
Eighteen rotating drafts showcase West Coast and California breweries, from Alvarado Street's lager to Cellarmaker's pilsner. Styles span light lagers, fruited sours, and pale ales. The list updates regularly, keeping the rotation fresh.
Menu strengths
- — Rotating draft list with 18 options, offering variety from lagers to fruited sours.
- — Strong regional focus with breweries like Cellarmaker, HenHouse, and Barebottle.
Standout selections
- — Waimea West Pilsner from Cellarmaker Brewing, a New Zealand-style pilsner.
- — Tango Tropico Sour from Barebottle, a fruited sour at 6.5% ABV.
Pricing: $9-$11
Spirits
The Whiskey Club program is a standout feature, offering three membership tiers with perks like 10% off pours and access to single barrel picks. Curated releases and educational events add structure for enthusiasts. Memberships range from $200 to $700.
Menu strengths
- — Tiered memberships provide clear value: the Bottled in Bond tier includes four curated releases and an anniversary gift.
Standout selections
- — Straight Whiskey Membership: three months of perks and one curated release for $200.
- — Bottled in Bond Membership: full year of perks and four curated releases for $700.
Pricing: Memberships $200-$700
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