Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileTom's Town Distilling Co.
Kansas City, MO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Tom's Town Distilling Co. Runs a cocktail bar on the strength of its own distillery. The seasonal menu leans on house vodkas and gins, with drinks like the Drowned Rabbit and The Bootleg Botanist. An $8 Distiller's Flight samples the spirits program, which includes an award-winning Double Grain Vodka. Canned cocktails extend the program beyond the bar. Wine and beer are limited but local, and non-alcoholic options are serious rather than afterthoughts.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Distiller's Flight ($8) to gauge the house spirits. Then order a Drowned Rabbit or The Bootleg Botanist. If you're hungry, the three-course martini lunch pairs cocktails with food. For a non-alcoholic option, the Spritz with cucumber and bergamot holds its own. Canned cocktails are worth grabbing for later.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Craft spirits enthusiasts will appreciate the distillery connection and the chance to taste award-winning vodkas and gins. Cocktail drinkers who like seasonal, creative mixes will find plenty to explore. The non-alcoholic program also makes it a viable stop for designated drivers or those abstaining.
- When should I go?
- The three-course martini lunch is a midday draw. Evenings likely bring a livelier crowd, but the tasting room suits a relaxed spirits-focused visit any time. Seasonal menu changes give reason to return throughout the year.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $10-$15, with highballs at $7 and the Distiller's Flight at $8. Wines are $12 per glass, beers $5-$6, and non-alcoholic drinks $7-$10. Prices are fair for the quality, especially given the house-distilled spirits.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- It's a distillery that doubles as a cocktail bar, so the cocktails are built on spirits made on-site. The Double Grain Vodka's gold-medal pedigree adds credibility. The Limited Reserve bourbon program and canned cocktail lineup broaden the appeal beyond the bar itself.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Cocktails
Seasonal menu built on house-distilled spirits. Creative recipes like Drowned Rabbit and The Bootleg Botanist show range. Canned cocktails extend the program.
Menu strengths
- — House-distilled spirits in every cocktail; Seasonal and creative menu with unique ingredients
Standout selections
- — Drowned Rabbit - Double Grain Vodka, mint, lime, simple syrup ($13)
- — The Bootleg Botanist - Double Grain Vodka, cucumber, bergamot syrup, soda ($14)
- — The Alibi - Botanical Gin, blanc vermouth, pineapple gomme ($15)
Pricing: Cocktails range $10-$15; highballs $7; Distiller's Flight $8.
Wine
Small but curated selection: Pinot Noir, Prosecco, and Sauvignon Blanc. All priced at $12. Adequate for a cocktail-focused venue, though not a destination for wine.
Pricing: Wines $12 per glass.
Beer
Local beers from Stockyards Brewing and Cinder Block Brewing. Limited selection but reasonably priced and supports local breweries.
Standout selections
- — Cerveza Royal - Stockyards Brewing ($5)
- — Block IPA - Cinder Block Brewing ($6)
Pricing: Beers $5-$6.
Nonalcoholic
Thoughtful non-alcoholic program with mocktails like Spritz and Sour, plus local sodas and N/A beer. Prices are reasonable and options are more creative than typical.
Menu strengths
- — Creative mocktails with unique ingredients; Variety including sodas and N/A beer
Standout selections
- — Spritz - cucumber, bergamot, lime, mint tincture ($10)
- — Sour - passionfruit, lime, coconut water, N/A bitters ($10)
Pricing: Non-alcoholic drinks $7-$10.
Spirits
Distillery producing vodka, gin, bourbon, and rum. Double Grain Vodka won more gold medals than any other American vodka in 2016. Limited Reserve Program for unique bourbons. Tastings and tours available.
Menu strengths
- — Award-winning Double Grain Vodka; Limited Reserve bourbon program
Standout selections
- — Double Grain Vodka - gold medal winner
Pricing: Distiller's Flight $8; spirits available for shipping and pickup.
How it sits with the food
The three-course martini lunch suggests a deliberate pairing of cocktails with food, though specific pairings aren't detailed. The cocktail menu's botanical and citrus notes could complement light fare, while the hearty bourbon and stout-infused Shoot the Messenger might stand up to richer dishes.
Inebrious does not score kitchens, food or the restaurant overall. We review the beverage program only.
Community reviews
Anyone with a free Inebrious account can rate the drinks here. Community ratings are kept entirely separate from the Inebrious editorial score above.
No community reviews yet. Be the first to write one.