Bar
Unclaimed profileYacht Club
Denver, CO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Yacht Club pairs a serious, inventive cocktail program with a deep natural-wine list. The menu's 'Club Bangers' section showcases drinks like Say It Ain't Sault with blanc cognac, sake, and chamomile. The wine list spans grower Champagnes and Jura bottles. Customers praise the bartenders and creative pours, making this a standout for adventurous drinkers.
- What should I order?
- Start with the $16 Say It Ain't Sault, a blend of blanc cognac, sake, elderflower, chamomile, and peat. For wine, seek out grower Champagnes like Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru. The $7 Combo Pack of High Life and a shot offers a low-stakes alternative.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking unusual flavor combinations and wine lovers interested in natural and grower Champagnes. Also a fit for those who appreciate a well-curated non-alcoholic menu.
- When should I go?
- Evenings when the bar's moody atmosphere is in full swing. The menu rotates, so return visits reward regulars.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $16 each; the Combo Pack is $7; non-alcoholic drinks range $3–$12; wines span $48–$500 per bottle.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A cocktail list that embraces odd ingredients like vegemite, peat, and lacto peach, alongside a wine list featuring rare producers like Ganevat and Matassa. The 'Friends of YC' list signals industry connections.
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
A creative, well-executed cocktail program with two menu sections. Drinks like Say It Ain't Sault and Vaseline Mind show bold, unusual ingredients.
Menu strengths
- — Creative and unique recipes with ingredients like blanc cognac, sake, chamomile, and vegemite.
Standout selections
- — Say It Ain't Sault – blanc cognac, sake, elderflower, chamomile, peat, $16.
- — Vaseline Mind – mezcal, syrah, berry supreme, green peppercorn, vegemite, lemon.
Pricing: Several cocktails priced at $16; Combo Pack (High Life + shot) $7.
Wine
An extensive, well-curated list focusing on natural wines and grower Champagnes, with producers like Egly-Ouriet and Ganevat. Includes a 'What's Hot Right Now' section and a range of formats.
Menu strengths
- — Focus on grower Champagnes and natural wines from France, Italy, and Spain.
- — Includes rare and aged vintages, such as Ganevat Les Chalasses V.V. 2015 (1.5L).
Standout selections
- — Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru – grower Champagne from France.
- — Ganevat Les Chalasses V.V. 2015 (1.5L) – Jura, France.
Pricing: Bottle prices range from $48 to $500.
Beer
Beer is available but lightly documented; the menu includes a 'Beer, Etc.' category and a High Life combo. No dedicated beer list was retrieved.
Menu strengths
- — Beer is offered as part of a value-priced combo.
Standout selections
- — High Life – available in the $7 Combo Pack with a shot.
Pricing: Combo Pack with High Life and shot is $7.
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated 'Soft Bangers (N.A.)' section with creative non-alcoholic cocktails, including Paradise Waits and Freebird. Prices are reasonable, and options include N/A cider and beer.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated non-alcoholic cocktail section with creative ingredients.; Includes non-alcoholic beer and cider options.
Standout selections
- — Paradise Waits – Lyre's White Cane, green pineapple, celery, lime, curry leaf, salt, $10.
- — Freebird – Pathfinder, bitter aperitivo, pineapple, lime, salt, soda, $12.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic drinks priced between $3 and $12.
Spirits
A 'Spirits' category exists, and cocktails showcase a wide range of spirits from cognac to mezcal.
Standout selections
- — Say It Ain't Sault – blanc cognac base.
How it sits with the food
No food menu is documented, but the savory, complex cocktails could pair with bar snacks or small plates if offered. The wine list's natural-leaning bottles would complement a range of casual fare.
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