Our Drinks
Our cocktails are arranged by the main spirit and in a loose order from lightest to boldest. | We offer a sugar-free syrup that can be substituted in most of our cocktails. | Please note that due to liquor shortages at the NC ABC, some substitutions may occur. If you have any questions, please ask your server.
Whiskey
El Titán de Bronce
$11.00
Cuba’s most famous general, Antonio Maceo Grajales, was wounded some 25 times by blades and bullets as he fought to liberate Cuba from Spain. Tall, strong, and fearless, he was beloved by his men, who called him “The Bronze Titan.” Though he didn’t drink, we like to think he’d appreciate our spin on an Old Fashioned: balanced, spirit-forward, unforgettable. Aged Rum, Rye Whiskey, Pineapple Syrup, Angostura Bitters.
Constantino
$12.00
Our version of the Florida Special #6—a spin on the Manhattan—is named for one of history’s greatest bartenders, Constantino Ribalaigua Vert, who created many of Cuba’s renowned cocktails before and during Prohibition, including this one. Redemption Rye, La Copa Sweet Vermouth, Cointreau, Amer Copa, Angostura Bitters.
Gin
Una Rosa Blanca
$13.00
Jose Martí remains Cuba’s most beloved national hero. His poetry and political ideals have captured people’s hearts for generations. Our cocktail honors one of his most famous poems, in which he offers the white rose of peace to friend and enemy alike. Conniption American Dry Gin, Elderflower Liqueur, Ana de Cordoniu Cava, Fresh Lemon and Lime Juice, Organic Cane Syrup, Rose Water.
Carolina Tonic
$12.00
Our Spanish-style Gin and Tonic celebrates the bounty of North Carolina. Conniption Navy Strength Gin, Housemade Tonic, Fresh Lime Juice, Local Fruits and Herbs.
Amistad
$14.00
Designed to show off the color-changing beauty of Conniption's Kinship Gin, this cocktail is a nod to friends far and near, but always dear. Conniption Kinship Gin, Conniption American Dry Gin, Fever Tree Tonic, Fresh Lemon Juice, Muddled Mint, Organic Cane Syrup.
Tequila & Mezcal
Danzon No. 2
$13.00
Named for one of Mexico's most famous pieces of classical music, this cocktail celebrates the beloved style of music introduced by Cuban diaspora who fled the 10 Years' War. Smoke from the Mezcal and caramel notes from the rum make a perfect pairing for Spring and Summer evenings. Mezcal, Aged Rum, Organic Cane Syrup, Angostura Bitters.
Roasemary Paloma
$14.00
Tequila, Fresh Grapefruit Juice, Fresh Lime Juice, Rosemary Syrup, Club Soda.
Oaxaca Margarita
$14.00
Mezcal, Fresh Orange Juice, Fresh Lime Juice, Organic Cane Syrup, Tajin Rim.
Smoky Negroni
$13.00
Mezcal, Sweet Vermouth, Campari, Angostura Bitters.
Rum
Mojito
$11.00
Legendary. Iconic. The Mojito is the undeniable figurehead of Cuban cocktail culture. Silver Rum, Fresh Mint, Fresh Lime Juice, Organic Cane Syrup, Club Soda.
Hotel Nacional
$12.00
The Hotel Nacional de Cuba stood as one of the premier destinations in the world. Its namesake cocktail captures the opulence of 1930s Havana. Aged Rum, House Apricot-Infused Brandy, Fresh Pineapple Juice, Fresh Lime Juice, Organic Cane Syrup.
Orisha
$14.00
Our punch from head bartender Angel Hernandez summons the spirit of the Caribbean. Dark Rum Float, Fresh Lime and Pineapple Juice, Hibiscus Syrup. For an equally delicious zero alcohol option, ask your server to swap the rum for a float of coca-cola.
Daiquiri
$11.00
We sought out the original recipe from El Floridita and present it to you as it was first made nearly 100 years ago. Barbancourt White Rhum Agricole, Fresh Lime Juice, Organic Cane Syrup.
El Presidente
$12.00
Named in honor of Cuban President Mario García Menocal (cir. 1915), this cocktail is a direct descendant of Prohibition’s affair with Cuba. Queen Charlotte’s Reserve Rum, Dolin Blanc Vermouth, Cointreau, House Grenadine.
Finca Vigía
$11.00
Named for Hemingway’s beloved estate on the outskirts of Havana, Cuba, this grapefruit daiquiri echoes one of his favorite cocktails from the famed bar El Floridita. Muddy River Silver Carolina Rum, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Fresh Grapefruit, and Lime Juice, Organic Cane Syrup.
Buenavista
$12.00
Named for Cuba’s oldest Coffee Plantation, founded in 1801 by French refugees from Haiti, this coffee negroni is a perfect after-dinner treat. Bacoo 5 Year Rhum Agricole, Sweet Vermouth, Damn Fine Coffee Liqueur Campari, Orange Bitters.
La Diosa Negra
$14.00
Ursula Lambert was a Haitian woman who moved to Cuba in the 1800s and instituted reforms so radical that people, awed by her power, said she must be a “Black Goddess.” This cocktail celebrates 4 great Cuban loves: coffee, rum, tobacco, and strong women. Muddy River Spiced Carolina Rum, Damn Fine Coffee Liqueur, Orange Bitters, Haitian Vanilla, Organic Cane Sugar, Cuban Tobacco Smoke.
Rum Flight
$22.00
Bartender's Selection of Rums to represent the variety of styles and flavors of the spirit.
Piña Colada
$14.00
Muddy River Coconut Rum, Coconut Milk, Fresh Pineapple Juice, Pineapple Syrup, Toasted Coconut Rim.
Coquito
$10.00
A holiday staple in Puerto Rico, Coquito is a creamy, rich cocktail similar to eg nog–perfect for cooler weather. Don Q Rum, Cream of Coconut, Coconut Milk, Sweetened Condensed Milk, Vanilla, Cinnamon, Nutmeg.
Other
Sangria
$12.00
While Sangria is a Spanish classic, our version gives the nod to our Cuban roots with the addition of pineapple, which brightens up the drink. Red Wine, Brandy, Grand Marnier, Campari, Fresh Lemon and Pineapple Juice, Pineapple Syrup.
Sangria Bowl
$48.00
Our punch bowl of Sangria serves 4-6 and is sure to liven any table. Red Wine, Brandy, Grand Marnier, Campari, Fresh Lemon and Pineapple Juice, Pineapple Syrup.
La Belle Creole
$10.00
The Countess Mercedes Santa Cruz Y Montalvo was Cuba's first female author. She was known across Europe as "The Beautiful Creole," but it was her talent and intellect that won the respect of aristocrats and artists alike. Amontillado Sherry, Sweet Vermouth, Grand Marnier, Amercopa.
Pisco Sour
$12.00
Pisco, Fresh Lemon Juice, Organic Cane Syrup, Egg White, Angostura Bitters.
Caipirinha
$12.00
Cachaça, muddled lime wedges, fresh lime juice, organic cane syrup.
Draft Beer
Fullsteam Brewery, Paycheck Pilsner
$7.00
Durham, NC
Ponysaurus Brewing, Bière de Garde
$7.00
Durham, NC
Durty Bull Brewing, North & Broadway IPA
$8.00
Durham, NC
Packaged Beer and Cider
Estrella Galicia Pale Lager
$5.00
Estrella Galicia. A Coruña, Spain
Cackalacky Southern Pale Ale
$8.00
Tobacco Wood Brewing. Oxford, NC
Bended Tree Chestnut Brown Ale
$7.00
7 Clans Brewing. Waynesville, NC
Coco Loco Porter
$8.00
NoDa Brewing. Charlotte, NC
Eric Bordelet Off-Dry Pear Cider
$8.00
Eric Bordelet. Normandy, France
Opacity Hazy IPA
$8.00
Glass Jug Beer Lab. Durham, NC
Cream Ale 'Agent 7'
$8.00
Spaceway Brewing Company. Rocky Mount, NC.
Red
Bodegas Carlos Serres, Rioja, Spain, Tempranillo, OV
$12.00
$38.00
Bright, purple color with aromas of fresh, red and black fruit, licorice and vanilla notes. Dark fruit in the mouth which is intense and long, but also finishes with fresh acidity.
GR-174, Priorat, Spain, Blend
$12.00
$34.00
GR-174 is the name of the lovely path that crosses Priorat and makes for memorable hiking. If you could concentrate in a bottle the ripe fruits, aromas, and the minerality of its terroir, the result would be a wine like this. A blend of Garnatxa, Carinyena and Cabernet Sauvignon grown on river stone and aged for five months in French oak.
Tamari, Uco Valley, Argentina, Malbec Reserva
$12.00
$38.00
Tamarí translates to “do things with passion” in Huarpe, the native language of the people of Mendoza, Argentina. Tamarí Special Selection wines are the best expression of the Argentinean style. The Tamarí Special Selection Malbec comes from the Uco Valley, a higher altitude location at the foot of the Andes mountains.
Qinta de Saes, Dão, Portugal, Tinto
$12.00
$38.00
Bright ruby-garnet. On the nose, bright fresh cherry, pomegranate, candied violet, rose petal and flint. On the palate, elegant and fresh, with floral and spice notes wrapped around a core of fresh cherry fruit. Finishes long, with mouthwatering acidity and a consistent beam of minerality through the finish.
Marques Casa de Concha, Chile, Carménère
$34.00
A bold red wine with a deep color and wintense notes of ripe plums, black currants, and dark chocolate, along with firm tannic structure and pronounced acidity. This makes the perfect pairing for lamb, beef, and cheeses.
Fraga do Corvo, Valle de Monterrei, Spain, Mencia
$30.00
Organic cultivation. A classic Mencia wine with aromas of blackberries and red currents. Spicy notes of black pepper and a hint of vanilla balance the fruit.
High Valley Vineyards, Lake County, California, Cabernet Sauvignon
$12.00
$38.00
High Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is bold and complex. Subtle floral aromas are lifted by cherry and leather. The finish is bright and peppery, and gives way to lingering fruit.
DV Catena, Argentina, Cabernet-Malbec
$42.00
Of a deep red colour with light violet hues, the nose is focused with concentrated spice Cabernet fragrances and ripe blackberry Malbec flavors. Barrel aging adds subtle notes of vanilla, tobacco and liqueur, making this wine particularly complex and elegant.
Morgado de Quintão, Algarve, Portugal, Negra Mole
$64.00
The count of Silves fell in love with the sea and the vineyards of the Algarve and at the end of the 19th-century planted his first vines at Morgado do Quintão. Today, almost 200 years later, inspired by how wines used to be made in the Algarve, we created a Clarete Algarvio with the region’s most notable grape (Negramole) which faithfully honors the winemaking tradition of this region while celebrating his legacy and the “real Algarve”.
White
Oro de Castillo, Rueda, Spain, Verdejo
$12.00
$32.00
An excellent example of the verdejo varietal, the fruity notes of this wine are balanced by distinctive brightness and minerality. This hidden gem is sure to please white wine drinkers in general and especially those who enjoy sauvignon blanc.
Licia, Rias Baixas, Spain, Albarino
$14.00
$42.00
Straw yellow with greenish hues, the Lícia Albariño has strong varietal characteristics with hints of grapefruit, candied fruit, quince jelly, notes of fresh herbs, green apples, and minerals. It is full bodied and well balanced, highlighting the aromas of citrus and green apple, with a long and persistent finish.
Casal Figueira António, Portugal, Vital
$62.00
António Augusto Carvalho (1967-2009) was the first and only winemaker to make and bottle 100% varietal Vital, the 2008 “Casal Figueira Vinhas Velhas.” After he passed away, his widow Marta kept the project going and, in his memory, renamed the wine "António." This is a wine meant for seafood.
Catena, White Clay, Luján de Cuyo, Argentina, Semillon & Chenin
$44.00
Family vintners for over 100 years, the Catenas are recognized for their pioneering role in high-altitude viticulture in Argentina. Deeply aromatic with expressive citrus and peach with a rich and mineral finish. Pairs well with vegetables, pasta and grilled white meats. This blend of Semillon and Chenin Blanc is Argentina’s century-old traditional white wine.
Rose
Finca Wölffer, Argentina, Malbec Blend
$12.00
$32.00
This beautiful rosé of Wölffer’s signature style is a perfect companion for fine meals and friendly gatherings, a ray of sunshine on a dreary day and a reminder that even when temperatures dip, it’s always summer someplace.
Sparkling
Barcino, Penedes, Spain, Cava, Brut
$11.00
$32.00
This sensational non-vintage Barcino Cava was made from a solera system where the dosage was started in the 1940s. A blend of Xarello, Macabeo and Parellada, from vines planted in 1995, this crisp, delicious, dry sparkler features attractive notes of honeyed brioche, poached pear, and caramelized grapefruit for an exceptionally well-crafted, pure, fresh cava.
Totus Tuus, Catalonia, Spain, Cava, Reserva
$42.00
Bright aromas of peach, lemon and orange zest, with a touch of licorice. The particular weight and texture of Totus Tuus lends itself to pairing with richer seafood dishes such as paella in addition to shellfish and lighter fish.
'84, Italy, Prosecco, Extra Dry
$38.00
A quintessential Prosecco - refreshing and zesty with aromas and flavors of citrus and pear. The finish is bright and crisp.
Los Dos, Catalonia, Spain, Cava, Brut Rosé
$36.00
Rose pink in color. Red florals and ripe red berry aromas with cherry, strawberry, and raspberry flavors on the palate. Fresh with medium structure. Good balance between the acidity and the fruit concentration. Pairs beautifully with seafood and paella.
Nonalcoholic options for your drinking pleasure
Zero Proof
Zero Proof Mojito
$5.00
Enjoy the undeniable figurehead of Cuban cocktail culture without the rum. Fresh Mint, Fresh Lime Juice, Organic Cane Syrup, Club Soda.
Zero Proof Carolina Tonic
$8.00
Our Spanish-style Tonic celebrates seasons with fresh and herbal garnishes. Housemade Tonic, Fresh Lime Juice.
Zero Proof Ginger Mule
$7.00
Fresh Lime Juice, Muddled Lim, Mint, Ginger Syrup
Zero Proof Orisha
$8.00
Our punch from head bartender Angel Hernandez summons the spirit of the Caribbean. Fresh Lime and Pineapple Juice, Hibiscus Syrup, and a dash of coca-cola.
Pineapple Lime Soda
$4.00
A sparkling agua fresca. Fresh Lime and Pineapple Juice, Sparkling Water, pineapple wedge garnish.
Fever-Tree Ginger Beer
$3.00
Fever-Tree Tonic Water
$3.00
Mexican Coca Cola
$3.00
Mexican Sprite
$3.00
Mountain Spring Sparkling Water
$6.00/1 L
Tehuacan Sparkling Mineral Water
$3.00/12oz
Pure Intentions Nitro Cold Brew
$3.00
Rum
Appleton Estate Signature
$8.00
Appleton Estate Rare
$12.00
Bacardi Superior
$7.00
Bacoo 5 year
$9.00
Bacoo 12 year
$12.00
Barbancourt 5 Star
$11.00
Brugal 1888
$14.00
Cruzan Light
$6.00
Cruzan Dark
$6.00
Diplomático
$15.00
Don Q
$6.00
Goslings Black Seal
$9.00
Kraken Black Rum
$9.00
Plantation 5 Year
$10.00
Plantation Dark
$8.00
Plantation Xaymaca
$11.00
Pyrat XO Reserve
$13.00
Ron Zacapa
$18.00
Smith and Cross
$13.00
Zaya
$11.00
NC Rum
Fair Game Amber
$10.00
Muddy River Silver
$8.00
Muddy River Coconut
$8.00
Queen Charlotte’s Reserve
$12.00
TOPO Spiced
$10.00
Gin
Beefeater
$9.00
Bombay Saphire
$10.00
Conniption American Dry
$12.00
Conniption Navy Strength
$13.00
Vodka
Stolichnaya
$8.00
Tito’s Handmade
$10.00
NC Covington Gourmet
$11.00
Tequila & Mezcal
Corralejo Blanco
$10.00
Corralejo Reposado
$12.00
Corralejo Añejo
$14.00
1800 Silver
$10.00
Sombra Mezcal
$14.00
Whiskey, Scotch, and Bourbon
Balvenie DoubleWood
$18.00
Bulleit Rye
$10.00
Breckenridge
$13.00
Defiant Whisky
$14.00
Four Roses Small Batch
$12.00
Glenmorangie
$13.00
Grant’s
$9.00
Johnnie Walker Black
$12.00
Laphroaig 10 Year
$15.00
Redemption Rye
$11.00
Wild Turkey 81
$10.00
Brandy & Cognac
Cardenal Mendoza Brandy de Jerez
$18.00
Courvoisier VS
$10.00
E&J VSOP Brandy
$7.00
Grand Marnier
$12.00
Amaro
Montenegro
$9.00
Fernet Branca
$11.00
Campari
$11.00
Liqueur
Chartreuse (Green)
$14.00
Chartreuse (Yellow)
$14.00
Damn Fine Chocolate
$12.00
Damn Fine Coffee
$12.00
Damn Fine Mocha
$12.00
Luxardo Maraschino
$10.00
Oak City Amaretto
$12.00
Saint Germain
$10.00