P.S. Speakeasy

Name: P.S. Speakeasy
Address: 106 W 12th St, Kansas City, MO, United States, 64105-1902
Telephone: (816) 221-7000
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.1

4.1

475 Reviews

$30 and under

Speakeasy

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Hidden from the long arm of Prohibition-era law, Kansas City’s speakeasies welcomed revelers seeking good spirits and a spirited good time.An affectionate nod to the city’s glamorous, freewheeling nightlife, P.S. is Hotel Phillips’ contemporary incarnation of the 1930’s speakeasy, artfully crafting cocktails concealed in a long-forgotten basement mail sorting room, accessible only by an secret door. Under the radar, underground and undercover, P.S. celebrates its USPS roots, delivering today’s imbibers nothing short of a certified first-class experience.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Speakeasy
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(816) 221-7000
Website
http://www.ps1931.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
106 W 12th St, Kansas City, MO 64105-1902
Neighborhood
Kansas City
Cross street
Baltimore
Parking details
Public Lot (parking fee) and Street Parking.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

The Bartending Barista$14.00
Bourbon, espresso syrup, kahlua, st. elizabeth allspice liqueur, and chocolate bitters
Pick Your Poison$13.00
House spiced apple cider and your choice of well liqour for a house made hot toddy
The Black Flame Candle$15.00
Builders gin, averell gin liquor, lemon juice, simple syrup, prosecco
Pumpkin Juice$14.00
Rieger vodka, pumpkin puree, house spiced apple cider, honey simple syrup, lemon juice
Bettlejuice Punch$13.00
Plantation rum, melon luiquor, orgeat, yellow chartruse, pineapple juice, lime juice
The Negroni of Darkness$15.00
Reiger gin, campari, cocchi rosa, cafe amaro, star anice bitters, orange bitters, hellfire bitters
Witches Brew$15.00
Cachaca, fernet, lemon juice, agave, house-made fall bitters, louisburg cider

Bourbon/Whiskey List

While supplies last. All Whiskey, Bourbon, and Scotch Pours are Priced for 2 oz

Top Shelf & House Favorites

George T. Stagg-116 PF$48.00
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof-131 PF$20.00
Angels Envy-110 PF$17.00
Old Forester 1897-100 PF$18.00
Colonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch-100 PF$14.00
9 Year Redemption-92 PF$32.00
Four Roses Single Barrel-100 PF$15.00
Four Roses Small Batch Select-104 PF$17.00
Mckenna Single Barrel-100 PF$17.00
Blantons-93 PF$19.00
Basil Haydens-80 PF$18.00
Blood Oath Pact No. 7-98 PF$25.00

Additional Bourbon/Whiskey

Forty Creek Copper Pot-86 PF$9.00
Elijah Craig Small Batch-94 PF$10.00
Michter's-91 PF$15.00
Weller Special Reserve-90 PF$9.00
10 Year Russell's Reserve-90 PF$15.00
Buffalo Trace-90 PF$9.00
Evan Williams Bonded-100 PF$11.00
Larceny-92 PF$9.00
Eagle Rare-90 PF$12.00
Knob Creek-100 PF$13.00
Four Roses Small Batch-90 PF$11.00
Fukano Japanese Whiskey-83 PF$16.00
Suntory Toki Japanese Whiskey-86 PF$12.00
Red Breast 12-80 PF$22.00
Red Breast 15-92 PF$37.00
Green Spot-80 PF$19.00
Midleton Barry Crockett-92 PF$64.00
Caribou Crossing-80 PF$22.00

Locally Distilled

J. Rieger Whiskey-92 PF$12.00
Restless Spirits Sons of Erin-92 PF$11.00
Restless Spirits Stone Breaker-92 PF$13.00
Toms Town Royal Gold-90 PF$16.00
Union Horse Straight Rye-93 PF$13.00
Union Horse Barrel Strength Rye-110 PF$17.00
West Bottoms Whiskey-94 PF$11.00

Rye Whiskey List

Angel's Envy-100 PF$28.00
High West Yipee Ki-Yay-92 PF$27.00
Michter's-85 PF$15.00
Pikesville-110 PF$18.00
6 Year Russell's Reserve-90 PF$11.00
Russell's Single Barrel Reserve-104 PF$15.00
6 Year Whistlepig Piggyback-96 PF$18.00
10 Year Whistlepig-100 PF$26.00

Single Malt Scotch List

10 Year Ardbeg-92 PF$16.00
16 Year Lagavulin-86 PF$34.00
10 Year Laphroaig-86 PF$17.00
12 Year Balvenie Doublewood-96 PF$21.00
14 Year Balvenie Caribbean Cask-86 PF$25.00
12 Year Benriach-92 PF$24.00
21 Year Benriach-92 PF$42.00
12 Year Glenfiddich-80 PF$14.00
14 Year Glenfiddich-86 PF$16.00
15 Year Glenfiddich-80 PF$21.00
18 Year Glenfiddich-80 PF$32.00
21 Year Glenfiddich-80 PF$65.00
IPA Cask Glenfiddich-86 PF$24.00
12 Year Glenlivet-80 PF$13.00
18 Year Glenlivet-80 PF$31.00
12 Year Dalmore-80 PF$18.00
Dalmore Cigar Malt-88 PF$38.00
15 Year Glenmorangie-86 PF$26.00
12 Year Macallan-86 PF$24.00
18 Year Macallan-86 PF$64.00
14 Year Oban-86$28.00

What 475 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

3.7Food
4Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Kansas City / Kansas
Romantic
Kansas City, MO
Romantic

475 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Kansas City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just go and get an old fashion and the fugitive run and live your life
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KenishaT
Dallas
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience4
It was a great place but I was taken aback when I got my ticket and was overcharged on my ticket and the price on the receipt didn’t match the menu. Our waitress states that we received and old menu, when all the menus had the price. I felt she thought we were intoxicated not to notice. I believe they also put too many drinks on our ticket.
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KB
KristaB
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall3food1service4ambience2
No food here. Not much atmosphere and the speak easy part was lame
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TamaraM
Minneapolis
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
The drinks were yummy the service was great the bartender was awesome! I little louder than what I was expecting especially since it was a smaller area
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DianeS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely spot, parking was difficult but once we found a spot the experience was enjoyable.
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JH
JeffreyH
Kansas City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Intimate, quiet, helpful bartenders, great drinks and atmosphere.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience2
Service was more than slow despite 80% of the restaurant being empty. Had none of the wines listed on the menu. Puddles of water all over the floor. Will not return.
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Herky
Washington DC
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Made a reservation for our anniversary and then when we showed up they wouldn’t let us in…said they had no more openings for the night. Didn’t care about our reservation at all. It appears like they know HOW to take a reservation, they just don’t know how to HOLD the reservation, which is really the most important part of a reservation. (Say that to yourself using your best Jerry Seinfeld voice) All joking aside, a big reason we stayed at this hotel was the speakeasy, so it was quite disappointing that they wouldn’t let us in and gave us absolutely no explanation. No matter what they say, a reservation means nothing at this place. Best to make other plans.
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JennyM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous, quaint, and clean establishment! Music at a perfect level and lighting was ideal.
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MB
MaryB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were there for live jazz. The musicians were great and the noise level was appropriate for the space. We just had cocktails. They were delicious and unique. All of the staff were friendly and helpful. Such a unique space. The mystery about it's location added to the fun! I'd recommend it!
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ShilohM
Minneapolis
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This speakeasy was absolutely lovely. Cocktail prices were common, $13-$16 each and my husband and I each had two. All were amazing and the bartenders were super kind, efficient and knowledgeable!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Kansas City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was a guest staying at Hotel Phillips upstairs. PS is below Floor1, you check in your reservation with the clerk. Nice little drink before hitting the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts! I don’t like standing in long lines, so I’m glad I came here first.
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ZeruiahD
Kansas City
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2023
overall4food1service4ambience4
Very fresh drinks, with a variety of signature and traditional cocktails. No snacks, which is traditional for a speakeasy, but still expected. Very clean atmosphere and seating was posh!
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NJ
NickJ
Denver
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Had a 10pm reservation and when we showed up they could not get us in. Poor communication and acted indifferent about getting us a seat. All we heard was we can’t sit you, we don’t know what time we can get you in, if at all. Some heads up would have been nice so we could have made other plans. My only thought leaving was, what is the point of having a reservation if you cannot honor it.
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shawnav
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 8, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience3
Horrible customer service. Waiter had no personality, took forever to bring a drink (30mins). Would not go here again.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall4food5service2ambience5
I have been here three + times and the ambience is superb. Only qualm is the service is not great. The espresso martini is soooooooo delicious! Probably my favorite in KC! There is a mezcal drink called the ouija there that is really really sweet. So if you like Mezcal but not overly sweet drinks, I would suggest asking for less simple syrup. Overall, very pleasant experiences! Oh, and they have a fun little Photo Booth!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our bartender, Bri, was FANTASTIC! She was so knowledgeable and attentive. She created a great atmosphere, as well!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Alabama
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 25, 2023
overall3food1service2ambience4
Waitress was very inattentive. The bartender was amazing. He mixed drinks, bussed table, washed glasses, delivered drink orders.
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Wino
Denver
144 reviews
vip
4.0
144 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall4food1service3ambience4
They don’t serve food. Had a reservation, but open seating so ended up behind the column and could not see the Jazz band, but they sounded good. Very slow service, only 2 servers who were also the bartenders for approximately 40 customers. Ouija drink was unique with mezcal and orange marmalade, very good, but a touch sweet, a little club soda helped reduce the sweetness. A cozy speakeasy atmosphere.
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SusanC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience3
Mystic and rude aren’t the same thing. There was no food just average overpriced drinks.
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MartinH
Houston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just a wonderful place. Great selections and cocktails.
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MartinH
Houston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved this place and definitely will be back! It was wonderful!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Only liquid “food,” which was very good! Definitely worth a repeat visit
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grossguy
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food1service5ambience5
Service ambiance were exceptional the music level made it a little hard to have a conversation. No food available I understand but nuts or dry goods bites would have been appreciated, even if for $$. They clearly are not afraid to charge a premium. Overall, really good time
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Mhill
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I appreciated the feel of human connection it was a great experience for
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CarolO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food1service5ambience5
Enjoyed the Speakeasy. Didn't serve food. Service was Great!! Wish they had more days with live music. The trio hit the spot.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Kansas City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a fantastic experience with the team at PS. We sat at the bar and were well taken care of, and also had the bartenders ear for recommendations. My wife found her favorite cocktail of our night out here and it was a great way to close out our evening.
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JodiJ
Kansas City
12 reviews
vip
2.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall2food5service4ambience2
Did not have a speak easy vibe at all. We won’t go back.
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shannonp
Kansas City
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall2food1service1ambience3
We visited the speakeasy after dinner. For a speakeasy, it was rather noisy. The drinks were priced a bit on the high side but not terrible. The service was extremely slow. We much have waited for 30 mins to receive 2 drinks. We went to order another round and at about the 20-25 min mark I cancelled the round and collect our check to leave.
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KristenB
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience4
Very cool place, speakeasy vibe….small and great ambiance, except when large groups start getting super loud. Loved the drinks, the service, and the vibe. They should probably try to keep the size of groups smaller to avoid the inevitable noise. But worth the visit, we’d go again!
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Disappointed
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
The whole reason we stayed at Hotel Phillips was because of the Speakeasy. We made our reservations, left our other party at Power and Light early to make our Speakeasy Reservation in time and we got there and they wouldn’t let us in. It was very disappointing. No courtesy call or anything.
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Ardecy
Omaha
6 reviews
vip
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall2food1service2ambience2
Cocktails were so sweet they were barely drinkable. (yes this includes an old fashioned and a new york sour, not just sugary fruit drinks) People were vaping, tables wobbled. We went here in 2019 and were so impressed -- we would gush about it to friends and tell them it was a must in downtown KC. I would not recommend this to anyone now.
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BillyK
Kansas City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food1service5ambience5
No food here. It is a great place to have a drink and relax while enjoying great music and extremely great service.
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Dominick
Philadelphia
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience4
Staying at the hotel, I booked a reservation for my first night at 10:45p. Got to the hotel counter to check in for my reservation and was told that they weren't taking anybody down there until more people left. I waited and waited, watched a few people leave and never did get to go down. The high-strung woman behind the counter said that last call was at 11:30p despite Open Table having bookings for as late as 11:45. Made a reservation for my second night at the same time and was sent down almost immediately for a seat at the bar, but quickly realized why they were struggling the night before, there's only one bartender. Had to wait several minutes to order the house old fashioned, but was disappointed to watch the bartender pour my drink into a cocktail glass from a beaker that was bulk-made instead of making it upon order. The Hotel Phillips is lovely but skip this pretentious, short-staffed "speakeasy" and head straight to the Green Lady Lounge for their excellent drinks and even better jazz.
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funtimes
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2023
overall5food1service5ambience5
This was our first Speak Easy experience and we enjoyed ourselves immensely. We had their gin drink with elderflower and their margarita, both were amazing. They temporarily do not have a Chef, so they were not serving food.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall4food1service4ambience3
No food available. Was much louder and boisterous than I expected for a speakeasy. Had 2 well balanced and good cocktails, one that was a bit unbalanced and not good. Service was good.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was great awesome amazing I would definitely recommend this place
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BillG
Kansas City
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall2food3service3ambience3
Another table (6 people) was very loud-even the waitress turned her head to look at them. We couldn’t hear each other’s conversation.
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angG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 17, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience4
Brie was serving my partner and I at the bar and was very welcoming and fun. We had a great experience and it was obviously super convenient.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an amazing time. We didn't have food but the cocktails were amazing. They have changed their drink menu from what they have listed on their website but the bartender was able to accommodate our order from the old menu. Great atmosphere
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

P.S. Speakeasy is rated 4.1 stars by 475 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

106 W 12th St, Kansas City, MO 64105-1902

Additional information

Cross street
Baltimore
Neighborhood
Kansas City
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Speakeasy
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot (parking fee) and Street Parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ps1931.com/
Phone number
(816) 221-7000

P.S. Speakeasy

Make a reservation

Additional information

Bar Snacks

Chicharones$6.00

Candied Almonds & Guanciale$6.00

P.S. Classics

P.S. Old Fashioned$15.00

P.S. Margarita$13.00

Featured Drinks

Beer

Wine

Signature Craft Cocktails

The Bartending Barista$14.00

Pick Your Poison$13.00

The Black Flame Candle$15.00

Pumpkin Juice$14.00

Bettlejuice Punch$13.00

The Negroni of Darkness$15.00

Witches Brew$15.00

Bourbon/Whiskey List

Top Shelf & House Favorites

George T. Stagg-116 PF$48.00

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof-131 PF$20.00

Angels Envy-110 PF$17.00

Old Forester 1897-100 PF$18.00

Colonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch-100 PF$14.00

9 Year Redemption-92 PF$32.00

Four Roses Single Barrel-100 PF$15.00

Four Roses Small Batch Select-104 PF$17.00

Mckenna Single Barrel-100 PF$17.00

Blantons-93 PF$19.00

Basil Haydens-80 PF$18.00

Blood Oath Pact No. 7-98 PF$25.00

Additional Bourbon/Whiskey

Forty Creek Copper Pot-86 PF$9.00

Elijah Craig Small Batch-94 PF$10.00

Michter's-91 PF$15.00

Weller Special Reserve-90 PF$9.00

10 Year Russell's Reserve-90 PF$15.00

Buffalo Trace-90 PF$9.00

Evan Williams Bonded-100 PF$11.00

Larceny-92 PF$9.00

Eagle Rare-90 PF$12.00

Knob Creek-100 PF$13.00

Four Roses Small Batch-90 PF$11.00

Fukano Japanese Whiskey-83 PF$16.00

Suntory Toki Japanese Whiskey-86 PF$12.00

Red Breast 12-80 PF$22.00

Red Breast 15-92 PF$37.00

Green Spot-80 PF$19.00

Midleton Barry Crockett-92 PF$64.00

Caribou Crossing-80 PF$22.00

Locally Distilled

J. Rieger Whiskey-92 PF$12.00

Restless Spirits Sons of Erin-92 PF$11.00

Restless Spirits Stone Breaker-92 PF$13.00

Toms Town Royal Gold-90 PF$16.00

Union Horse Straight Rye-93 PF$13.00

Union Horse Barrel Strength Rye-110 PF$17.00

West Bottoms Whiskey-94 PF$11.00

Rye Whiskey List

Angel's Envy-100 PF$28.00

High West Yipee Ki-Yay-92 PF$27.00

Michter's-85 PF$15.00

Pikesville-110 PF$18.00

6 Year Russell's Reserve-90 PF$11.00

Russell's Single Barrel Reserve-104 PF$15.00

6 Year Whistlepig Piggyback-96 PF$18.00

10 Year Whistlepig-100 PF$26.00

Single Malt Scotch List

10 Year Ardbeg-92 PF$16.00

16 Year Lagavulin-86 PF$34.00

10 Year Laphroaig-86 PF$17.00

12 Year Balvenie Doublewood-96 PF$21.00

14 Year Balvenie Caribbean Cask-86 PF$25.00

12 Year Benriach-92 PF$24.00

21 Year Benriach-92 PF$42.00

12 Year Glenfiddich-80 PF$14.00

14 Year Glenfiddich-86 PF$16.00