The Manhattan impressively compliments our dry-aged steaks! These drinks truly set a decadent precedent for any meal. We have a few signature bourbons which pair admirably with the highest quality aged beef we offer, as well as classic variations for your indulgence
Everybody Loves Gin
The famous chef, Julia Childs, was once asked what the secret to her longevity was, without any hesitation she answered: "Beef and Gin!!!". We chose to honor this timeless pairing with showcasing the classic Gin Martini on the Martini menu, escorted by our Spanish Style Gin & Tonics. All of which pair sensationally with Chef Ricardo's signature #SexyBeef
Classic & Original Cocktails
An array of classic cocktails and a few of our own originals are sure to fulfill any craving or mood. The diversity and goal of the list was designed to encompass all palettes. Nevertheless, if your desired concoction isn't present, simply inquire with staff and our accomplished bartenders will make a drink to suit your needs
The Manhattans
Rick's
A Washington Manhattan using local whiskey & bitters with the highest quality vermouth. Dry Fly wheat whiskey, Carpano Antica vermouth, Scrappy's aromatic bitters
Marie's
Courtesy of Rick's lovely wife, Marie, we have a lighter variation of a perfect Manhattan using both sweet and dry vermouth and orange bitters with a fine Kentucky bourbon. Four Roses bourbon, Dolin sweet & dry vermouth, Regan's orange bitters
Bradford's
From the Lead Bartender, his personal favorite Manhattan, featuring 90 proof Four Roses Small Batch bourbon, and superior French vermouth. Four Roses Small Batch, La Quintinye Sweet vermouth, Bitter Truth aromatic bitters
The Vieux Carre
1930's cocktail from famed New Orleans Carousel Bar, a complex variation on the classic using cognac, rye whiskey, and the complex herbal Benedictine, an herbal liqueur, whose recipe has been a closely guarded secret known by only 3 people at any given time. Park Carte Blanche cognac, Michter's rye, Dolin sweet vermouth, Peychaud bitters
Classic Rye
Manhattan purists will tell you the original rye Manhattan, complementing the sweet ver-mouth with the spicy rye whiskey, is the best version. Michter's rye whiskey, La Quintinye sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters
Rob Roy
1894: classic scotch cocktail created at the Waldorf Astoria in Manhattan, crafted and named in honor of the premiere of an Operetta of the same name, Duggan's Dew scotch, Dolin Sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters
The Rolls Royce 30
As the name implies, if you like the gold chains, you have to play the game. Joseph Magnus bourbon, La Quintinye sweet vermouth, Bitter Truth aromatic bitters
Learn Your Martinis.
The Martinez
Considered by some to be the godfather of the classic martini, a look through the history books begs the question; Which came first? Batch 206 Old Tom gin, La Quintinye sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur, orange bitters
The Classic Martini
The Martini as it was intended: Batch 206 gin, La Quintinye dry vermouth, orange bitters, finished with a lemon twist
The Vesper
The only classic cocktail that came from a work of fiction. Our version uses a farm to bottle Washington gin and vodka distilled from apples: Bellewood gin, Bellewood vodka, Kina L' Avion D' Or, lemon twist
The Astoria Bianco
A modern day classic from Jim Meehan, owner of the New York speakeasy PDT(Please Don't Tell). Our version uses a floral gin to accent the sweetness of blanc vermouth: Geranium gin, Dolin blanc vermouth, orange bitters, orange twist
The Kangaroo
A.k.a. The Vodka Martini, created sometime around 1950, replaced the popular gin with the newer vodka. The original Kangaroo still called for dry vermouth and a twist: Square One Vodka, La Quintinye dry vermouth, lemon twist
Tuxedo
This 1931 version of a classic martini uses fino sherry for which adds a slightly nutty flavor and dryness to the cocktail. It was named for the ritzy neighborhood Tuxedo Park: Old English gin, Lustau fino sherry, orange bitters, lemon twist
Build Your Own Martini / Kangaroo
Variations
Wet
equal parts vermouth and spirit
Standard
2 parts spirit, 1 part vermouth
Dry
half the vermouth from the Standard
Rinsed
a splash of vermouth in the glass
Extra Dry
no vermouth
Garnish
Tom Tini
pickled green tomatoes
Dirty
side of olive juice
Gibson
cocktail onion
Olives, Orange Twist, Lime Twist, or Lemon Twist
Spanish Style Gin & Tonics
Paying homage to our signature #SexyBeef and the classic Gins partnership we present our seasonally inspired Spanish style Gin & Tonic menu. In Spain, the humble gin & tonic has become a celebrated cocktail by implementing herbs, fruits and spices, creating endless possibilities for what is no longer only a simple drink
Botanical Botanical
Lavender and Sage are the botanicals in Uncle Val's, we freeze these botanicals along with lavender bitters in an ice cube to slowly infuse the drink, truly showcasing those botanicals: Uncle Val's Botanical gin, fresh lavender and sage, fresh lime juice, Fever Tree Mediterranean tonic
Chartreuse and Thyme G&T
Thyme is just one of the 130 herbs and spices used to make Chartreuse. The extra fresh herb flavor really enhances the flavors of Chartreuse in this ice cube: St. George gin, Green Chartreuse, thyme, fresh lime juice, Fever Tree Indian tonic
Purple Rain G&T
This unique twist on the G&T uses the Empress gin from Victoria, BC, which gets its blue color natu-rally from pea blossoms. We enhance its grapefruit flavor with some grapefruit bitters in the ice cube and a grapefruit tonic, which we let you pour in yourself. Watch closely as you pour... Empress gin, Bitter Truth grapefruit bitters, East Imperial grapefruit tonic
Blackberry Sage G&T
This is a true Northwest gin and tonic, blackberry liqueur enhanced with fresh sage in an ice cube, paired with a Seattle gin. It will remind you of a late summer hike through the Olympic forest: Batch 206 gin, Merlet blackberry liqueur, fresh lemon juice, sage, East Imperial Burma tonic
The Fresh BSB
Basil, Strawberry, Balsamic; the three flavors enhancing this refreshing gin and tonic. We freeze Fragoletta wild strawberry liquor, fresh basil, and balsamic reduction and serve with a floral summer gin and a Burmese tonic: Sipsmith gin, Paolucci Fragoletta, balsamic reduction, fresh basil, East Imperial Burma tonic
Roses Are
This floral G&T uses rosewater, rose petals and a touch of hibiscus liqueur in order to showcase the floral and cucumber notes of the Hendricks gin: Hendrick's gin, Rosewater, rose petals, Salish Sea Hibiscus liqueur, Fever Tree Indian tonic
Japanese Garden G&T
A floral Japanese gin combined with a cherry bark vanilla bitters, sweet cherry juice and fresh tarragon is reminiscent of a spring day walk through a Japanese garden: Roku gin, Bittercube Cherry Bark Vanilla bitters, Luxardo cherry juice, tarragon, Yuzu tonic
Classic & Original Cocktails
The Yen Martini
Suntory Roku gin, Quintinye extra dry vermouth, Cherry bark bitters, cherry
The Aviation
Aviation gin, Creme de Violette, Maraschino liqueur, fresh lemon juice
The Jack Rose
Bellewood apple brandy, house grenadine, fresh lime juice
The restaurant quickly became a local success because of its quaint ambience and made from scratch dishes. In the beginning, Ricardo's was a simple pasta restaurant, which has progressed into one of the best Steak Houses in Lacey and the surrounding cities.