Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileWren & Wolf
Phoenix, AZ · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Wren & Wolf's cocktail menu is the centerpiece, with 16 drinks split into 'approachable' and 'complex, boozy, strong and serious' lists. House originals like For a Good Thyme Call and Amongst Feathers show ambition, while the wine list spans Greece to Napa and the beer list leans on local Arizona breweries. Prices are fair for the craft.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Amongst Feathers, a rye and brandy blend with amontillado sherry and Douglas fir. For something lighter, the East of Eden pairs gin with parsley and coriander. The brunch Raspberry Baray is a sparkling option.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative, well-executed drinks will find much to like. Wine lovers will appreciate the international selection, and beer drinkers will enjoy the local Arizona focus.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are prime for the full cocktail menu; brunch offers a separate cocktail list including Bloody Marys and Bellinis.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $16-$17; wines by the glass $14-$45, bottles $49-$349; beers $5-$8.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu's clear split between approachable and serious drinks, coupled with a hidden bar called the Trophy Room, sets it apart. Creative ingredients like pandan, Douglas fir, and tonka bean appear throughout.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A 16-cocktail menu with a thoughtful split between approachable and serious drinks. House originals like For a Good Thyme Call and Amongst Feathers use inventive ingredients. Brunch adds a separate list.
Menu strengths
- — Creative house originals with unique ingredients like pandan and Douglas fir
- — Clear menu structure dividing approachable and serious cocktails
Standout selections
- — For a Good Thyme Call: vodka, vino amaro, vanilla liquor, blueberry, thyme, lime, sparkling wine
- — East of Eden: gin, rose aperitif, ginger, lemon, parsley, coriander
- — Amongst Feathers: rye, brandy, amontillado sherry, pomegranate, Douglas fir, lime, clove
- — That Me Espresso: reposado tequila or vodka, coffee liquor, Italian amaro, espresso, orgeat, cocoa nib, pandan
Pricing: $16-$17 per cocktail
Wine
Diverse wine list spanning Greece, Portugal, New Zealand, France, Italy, Spain, and California. Includes both glass and bottle pours, with premium options like Caymus and Veuve Clicquot.
Menu strengths
- — Range of price points from $14 glasses to $349 bottles
Standout selections
- — Assyrtiko from Crete, Greece; Sancerre by Domaine Naudet, Loire
Pricing: Glasses $14-$45; bottles $49-$349
Beer
Focused beer list featuring local Arizona breweries like Pedal Haus, Fate, Wren House, and PHX Beer Co., plus domestic classics. Reasonable prices.
Menu strengths
- — Strong local Arizona brewery representation; Affordable price point
Standout selections
- — Pedal Haus 'White Rabbit' hazy IPA
- — Wren House 'Valley Beer' lager; Dragoon IPA
Pricing: $5-$8
Spirits
Spirits program is expressed through cocktails, with a wide range including rye, bourbon, mezcal, rum, and brandy. The 'complex, boozy' section showcases these spirits.
Menu strengths
- — Wide variety of spirits used across the cocktail menu
Standout selections
- — Wren There's a Will There's a Way: old fashioned with bourbon, brown sugar, baking spices, orange
- — Bon Chance: Maryland rye, bourbon, amaro, rouge vermouth blend, coffee, cacao, bitters
Pricing: No dedicated spirits list; used in cocktails
How it sits with the food
Brunch cocktails like the Raspberry Baray pair with the raw bar; the complex, boozy cocktails could stand up to richer dinner dishes.
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