bienvenido the bar 44 soul is rooted in our own, very personal framing of modern spain. presenting imaginative and vibrant flavour combinations and meticulously sourced drinks from all corners of spain, from passionate producers we ve met on our travels. a taste of the extraordinary, bursting with flavour and soul, this is our passion, this is our spain esta es nuestra españa. TXOKO NIGHTS san sebastian-inspired txoko (pronounced chocco ) dinners are based on a group of friends getting together for informal but excellent basque food, great wines and good times. helping prepare and serve the meal is also encouraged! should you want to book one, just ask we can provide you with prices and sample menus.
all our cava and sparkling wine producers make environmentallyfriendly wines with small scale production, many still by hand. Vilarnau Brut NV, Gaudi Sleeve, Penedès gls 4.95 / btl 26 Macabeo, parellada, xarel-lo A 12-month aged Penedès sparkler. Dry, lots of apples, easy drinking. Vilarnau Brut Rosado, Gaudi Sleeve, Penedès gls 5.4 / btl 28 Trepat, pinot noir A beautiful sparkling rosé. Ripe strawberry and raspberry on the nose, smooth, fresh and creamy. Loxarel Reserva Familiar, Brut Nature, Penedès btl 41 Pinot noir, chardonnay, xarel-lo Aged for four years before bottling, giving gorgeous toasted biscuit tones with green apple and aromatic notes. A stunning, revered bodega. Albert de Vilarnau, Penedès btl 55 Chardonnay, pinot noir A wonderful, elegant wine that kicks many Champagnes into touch. Aged for 36 months, glimmering gold, intensely floral with toasted honey notes. Feitizo da noite, Rias Baixas btl 45 Albariño Yep, a sparkling brut Albariño! Lively, full of personality, fruity, creamy and floral. Txomin Etxaniz sparkling, Getaria btl 48 Hondorrabi As far as we know, this is the world s only sparkling txakoli beautifully crisp and dry, fragrant and rounded.
cava & sparkling production spain is one of the world s most exciting wine regions. from traditional sherries and rioja, right through to young winemakers making modern wines in up and coming regions, there s so much quality. we are proud to offer nothing but spanish wine across the board. the country s sparkling wines are buzzing with incredible quality at great prices, and small producers are making exquisite examples. you can also enjoy these at a fraction of the price of a bottle of similar quality champagne. we offer a wide range with something for everyone, from great, easy-going options to exquisite gems for special occasions. All cava is made in the método tradicional (as with Champagne), then fermented in deep underground caves; this is where the name cava comes from. This takes time, but results in some wonderful, complex wines and great variety.. Cava can come from many different regions of Spain, but 95% comes from Penedès in Catalunya. Not all Spanish sparkling wine is labelled as cava, as some producers decide not to have the word cava on their wines. styles Joven minimum 9 months aged Reserva minimum 15 months ageing Gran Reserva minimum 30 months ageing Cava can also be categorised according to sugar levels. Brut nature and brut the driest styles Demi-sec medium Dulce sweetest style grapes A wide variety of grapes are used to make modern cavas including Macabeo, Parellada, Xarel-lo, Chardonnay, Pinot noir, Trepat, Garnacha, Monastrell and Malvasia. This gives great variety and individuality across hundreds of different producers.
sherry is, quite rightly, going through a renaissance in great bars and restaurants worldwide, providing some of the best quality and variety of any wine category. We think sherry is cool! sherry country jerez de la frontera, which has given its name to sherry, is one of the three towns along with el puerto de santa maria and sanlucar de barrameda that form the sherry triangle in cádiz, in stunning south-west andalucia, home to flamenco, stunning beaches and beautiful white villages ( pueblos blancos ). sherry IN THE CITY at bar 44 cardiff, you can now try sherry from the uk s only working seasoned full barrels, commissioned straight from jerez the real deal! styles You can find a sherry to pair with any ingredient or dish, ranging from dry, straw-coloured finos and manzanillas, to beautifully aged, nutty and rounded amontillados and olorosos, and sweet, raisiny Pedro Ximénez. There s a sherry for everyone! Lighter dry styles fino/manzanilla Aged & aromatic amontillado/palo cortado. Powerful aged sherry oloroso Sweet moscatel/pedro ximénez/cream Remember the following as a rough guide regarding food pairings If it swims, drink fino If it flies, drink amontillado If it walks, drink oloroso enjoying We serve our sherry in full-size wine glasses to get maximum expression, and drink them at every opportunity especially with tapas.
sherry manzanilla aged in the coastal town of sanlucar, these fino sherries are super-dry and light, with a character all of their own enjoy straight from the fridge. our manzanillas are from baron, an incredible bodega dating back to 1631. fino the driest style of wine in the world and the base of many styles of sherry. enjoy from the fridge. Micaela 100ml 4 / 375ml carafe 12.75 A cracker! Very light, dry, delicate and easy to drink. Try with fish and shellfish. Xixarito en rama 100ml 6.50 / 375ml carafe 21 An extra-aged (pasada) manzanilla, bottled unfiltered. Floral and nutty tones. Superb with prawns. Soluqua 100ml 7.5 Majestic and elegant, this12 years aged Soluqua is the top manzanilla of the house. A joy! Tio Pepe fino 100ml 4.4 / 375ml carafe 14.75 Bone-dry and crisp. Savoury, almond and citrus notes great with olives, jamón and cheese. Colosia fino del Puerto 100ml 4.6 / 375ml carafe 15.75 A classic pungent fino from El Puerto de Santa Maria. Dos palmas 75ml 7.5 Beautiful expression of fino, full and long eight years aged, and just two barrels bottled every year. Dos Palmas refers to the chalk marks on the barrel, indicating exceptional finesse. amontillado starting as finos, then aged for longer in contact with the air, giving beautiful nutty flavours and caramel aromas/ colours. Dry, delicate and sophisticated. oloroso aromatic, powerful, deeply-coloured Our olorosos are dry, perfect for red meat, game and slow-braised dishes. Viña AB amontillado 100ml 5.25 / 375ml carafe 18 Stunning 12 year-old dry amontillado. Burnt orange colour, with walnut, vanilla and caramel flavours. Superb with jamón, aged cheese and spicy foods. Xixarito amontillado 100ml 8.4 / 375ml carafe 26.5 Aged for 15 years, an excellent, aromatic amontillado with a light mahogany colour. Dry, warm and moreish. Alfonso oloroso 100ml 5/ 375ml carafe 18 A traditional dry oloroso, aged for around 10 years. Golden amber with hints of wood, dried fruit and vanilla. Very tasty, excellent with red meats, game and manchego. Urium oloroso 75ml 5.85 / 375ml carafe 26.5 Beautiful mahogany-amber colour. Powerful but elegant, with some sweetness on the nose. Classic walnut and polished furniture scent just wonderful.
palo cortado meaning cut stick, this mysterious, majestic variety somewhere between an amontillado and an oloroso is sought-after by many aficionados. cream when produced well (like these!) and served correctly, this sweet, blended style is one to be celebrated. Leonor palo cortado 100ml 5.90 / 375ml carafe 19.5 A beautiful 12 year old wine, nutty, spiced and toasty. Perfect to linger over with game, red meat & mature cheese, or equally savour on its own. Urium palo cortado 75ml 6.85 / 375ml carafe 32 A luxurious wine, aged between 15-20 years, and heady with toasted almond, hazelnut and caramel. Heavenly with mature cheeses and braised rices. Micaela cream 75ml 4 Properly-made quality cream sherry. Oloroso is blended with Pedro Ximenez to create a smooth, sweet wine with notes of raisin, caramel and fig. Served in a tumbler over ice, with orange. Matusalem oloroso dulce VORS 75ml 10 Incredible old cream sherry, labelled as sweet oloroso. 75% oloroso, 25% Pedro Ximenez, blended for at least 30 years. For a sophisticated and indulgent after-dinner treat, look no further. moscatel made with late harvested moscatel grapes, producing sweet, rich, floral and honeyed sherries. pedro ximénez deep, dark wines the sweetest in the world made from the pedro ximenez grape. enticingly moreish! Colosia moscatel soleado 75ml 7.6 A luscious and elegant sweet wine, rich and aromatic perfect with fruit and cake-based desserts or pâtés and cheese. Nectar Pedro Ximénez 75ml 4.25/ 375ml carafe 19 Deep mahogany colour, super-sweet with bags of raisin, caramel, dark chocolate and date flavours Christmas pudding in a glass! Perfect over ice cream, with chocolate or blue cheese. Soluqua pedro ximénez 75ml 10 just ask if you d like a bottle of sherry for the table, or to enjoy at home at retail price An incredible 30 year-old PX sherry, with complex raisin, roasted coffee and tobacco notes. Another level!
drinks flights SHERRY FLIGHTS Whether you re new to sherry or just want to explore exciting sherry possibilities. First time tastes 9 Tio pepe fino Alfonso oloroso Nectar pedro ximénez a great way to sample a few different styles of beer, wine or sherry in one go, at an excellent price. discover new taste experiences and find your new favourite tipple! Spanish beer flight 4.35 3 x 1/3rd pints of our signature draught beers Alhambra especial Granada Estrella Galicia Coruña Toro Blanco pale ale Llantrisant The sunshine triangle 7.5 Micaela manzanilla Sanlucar Tio pepe fino Jerez Colosia fino El Puerto Fino evolution 8.5 Tio pepe fino Viña AB amontillado Leonor palo cortado Beronia rioja flight 9 3 x 75ml exceptional riojas from bodegas beronia Crianza One year in oak Reserva 30 months in oak and a further three years in bottle Barrel fermented tempranillo Special elaboration from the colección range Solera 44 9 Viña AB amontillado Leonor palo cortado Alfonso oloroso The sweetie 9 Micaela cream Colosia moscatel soleado Nectar pedro ximénez
spain has more land under vine than any country. In recent years, it has developed a new image and reputation to become one of the most exciting and innovative producers of quality wine in the world. fresh, zippy, dry white Vega del pas, Rueda gls: sml 4.1 med 6 lrg 7.9 / btl 23 Verdejo Perfect for sauvignon blanc lovers. Lots of cut grass and tropical fruit, a really good Rueda white. Our own UVA, La Mancha gls: sml 3.2 med 4.2 lrg 5.8 / btl 16.50 Macabeo A dry, zippy white with lots of fruit and citrus, hand-picked and labelled by us. A perfect tapas partner. Amaltea blanc, Penedès btl 25 Garnacha blanca, xarel-lo From an inspiring Catalan bodega, producing excellent organic wines. Easy-going and dry, with lots of green apple and kiwi fruit. Agerre Txakoli, Getaria, Basque Country btl 25 White hondarrabi A refreshing, crisp, super-dry white with apple and a natural spritz. Pour from a height like the locals for extra spritz and authenticity! wine by the glass is served in measures of 125ml, 175ml or 250ml. bottles are 750ml unless stated.
white wine rounded & aromatic whites Finca Constancia parcela 52, Toledo btl 25 Verdejo Fantastic barrel-fermented verdejo from a single plot in the Constancia vineyards. Fresh and smooth with lots of apricot and citrus. 3 Pueblos, Tierra Hermosa, Alpujarra btl 26 Jaén blanco, macabeo, vijiriego A belter from our friend Harry, a Bristolian producing super wines near the Sierra Nevada. Packing a refined yet refreshing punch, this is dry, floral, smooth and expressive. Abadal Picapoll, Pla de Bages btl 28 balanced, fresh, easy drinking whites Viñas del Vero, Somontano gls: sml 3.8 med 5 lrg 6.9 / btl 18.5 Macabeo, chardonnay Fresh, crisp, fruity wine, unoaked and seriously good flavour and value. Alvarez de Toledo, Bierzo btl 22 Godello A grape soaring in popularity fresh, young and juicy. Try it and be hooked! Castelo de medina, Rueda btl 26 Sauvignon blanc A light and tropical sauvignon with character somewhere between old and new world styles. A real banker! Picapoll Picapoll is indigenous to this tiny region, 40 miles from Barcelona. Floral and fruity, with citrus and jasmine notes. El Xitxarel-lo, Penedès btl 31 Xarel-lo A beautiful, clean, silky white with fresh citrus and mineral notes. The label is based on 77 old Catalan insults see what you can pick out... lipsmacking & luscious Libalis, Valles de Sadacia btl 21.5 Moscatel, viura, malvasia What a mouthful! An explosion of fruit in this medium-bodied silky white, with heaps of personality. Viñas del Vero, Somontano btl 25 Gewurztraminer Silky and elegant with roses and lychee, but good citrus to balance. Invigorates the senses, superb with food one of our favourites.
white rioja, some different options Vallemayor joven, Rioja gls: sml 4 med 5.7 lrg 7.4 / btl 20 Viura Lovely dry white rioja with lots of fresh fruit. A personal and customer favourite. Beronia blanco, Rioja Alta btl 22 Viura A great, crisp, easy-drinking white rioja. Young and fresh with apple and citrus notes. Great on its own or with a host of dishes. Nivarius, Rioja Nalda btl 28 albariño corner Lusco, Rias Baixas btl 30 Vibrant, bright and full bodied. Aromas of fresh herbs, tropical fruits and floral notes Segrel Ambar, Pablo Padín, Rias Baixas btl 33 A fantastic fruit-driven albariño, combining the crispness of a sauvignon, the aroma of a pinot gris and flavours of a viognier. Always on the list due to its quality and popularity. Vendimia Nocturna, Valencia btl 34 An albariño from Valencia? Yep! A great one, too. Perfumed, tropical and a real dinner wine. Tempranillo blanco A fresh, classy, fruity white lovely. Akemi, Rioja Baja btl 32 Viura Delicate, fresh, ripe tropical fruit aromas and citrus. Pairs equally well with fish and poultry. Sophisticated and wonderful! ROSADO Altozano, Castilla gls: sml 3.8 med 5 lrg 6.9 / btl 18.5 Tempranillo, Syrah Inticing bright raspberry colour, floral with ripe summer fruits Viñas del vero pinot noir collección Rosado gls: sml 4.4 med 6 lrg 8.2 / btl 25.5 Pinot noir An elegant and delicate pale pink pinot noir rosé. Aromatic, sweet fruit on the nose, a gorgeous drop. Txomin Extaniz rosado, Getaria btl 32 Hondorrabi beltza and zuri Like putting your nose into a punnet of English summer strawberries! Beautiful rosé with typical txakoli crisp dryness, naturally spritzy. If the sun threatens, drink this.
Soft, juicy, easy drinking Viñas del Vero, Somontano gls: sml 3.8 med 5 lrg 6.9 / btl 18.5 Cabernet sauvignon, merlot Lightly oaked blend with strawberry red fruit and hints of vanilla. Vallemayor tinto, Rioja gls: sml 4 med 5.7 lrg 7.4 / btl 20 Tempranillo Young, easy-going and fruity rioja from our friend Rafa, who makes exceptional wines in Fuenmayor, Rioja Alta. Marionette, Jumilla btl 24 Monastrell, syrah A beautiful blend from an increasingly excellent region. Two to three months in oak gives a deep cherry-coloured smooth red with loads of fruit and toasty notes. Synera Crianza, Catalunya btl 23 Cabernet, tempranillo, merlot A blend from the heart of Catalonia. Six months in oak, a yielding crowd-pleaser with softness, dark cherry colour, chocolate, vanilla and sweet spice. native varietals, revived Alvarez de Toledo, Bierzo gls: sml 3.9 med 5.7 lrg 7.5 / btl 22 Mencia We love this a smooth, moreish mencia red with some oak and great fruit. Finca Constancia parcela 12, Toledo btl 25 Graciano Wonderful expression of graciano from plot 12 of the Constancia vineyard. Fruity, juicy, perfumed great with friends. Dominio de Requena, Utiel Requena btl 20 Our own UVA, La Mancha gls: sml 3.1 med 4.2 lrg 5.8 btl 15.95 Bobal Tempranillo, shiraz Unoaked, fruity tempranillo, bursting with wild berry and spice, hand-picked and labelled by us. Perfect with a bit of casual tapas. A really easy-drinking, unoaked, fruity, Valencian bobal, perfect for enjoying with lots of tapas. wine by the glass is served in measures of 125ml, 175ml or 250ml. bottles are 750ml unless stated.
something a little different Vallemayor Viña Encineda, Rioja btl 23.5 Tempranillo Single estate wine with three months of oak (semi crianza), bottled unfiltered. Intense red fruit. Spicy aromas perfect if you want a little oak but not a heavier rioja. El Veinat, Montsant btl 27 Garnacha Light and aromatic, very well balanced with silky tannins, sweet and fresh in the mouth. Montsant neighbours the reputed Priorat, but offers exceptional value. 20 Degrees, Tierra Hermosa, Laderas de Genil btl 26 Tempranillo, syrah, garnacha Made by our friend Harry, high up near the Sierra Nevada. Medium-bodied with plums, vanilla and pepper spice. Ops, Penedès btl 28.5 Samso, garnacha Unoaked, lively and classy Catalan red. Aged in large clay amphoras, giving a fruit-driven, characterful drop highly recommended! bold & moreish Trus roble, Ribera del Duero btl 29 Tinta del país An excellent, modern ribera red, spending six months in oak. Soft, spicy, fruity, figgy and smokey notes what a mouthful! Hugely popular. Tendral, Priorat btl 31 Garnacha, Cariñena A six-month oaked wine from one of the world s most presitious regions. Dark ruby red, aroma of red fruits, with toasted and typical spicy notes. Full-bodied and fantastic. A cut above Berdugo crianza, Ribera del Duero btl 37 Tinta del país Distinguished and elegant wine from a wonderful bodega. Outstanding blend of fruit and oak with chocolate, jam and toasted notes. Secastilla old vine Garnacha btl 47 Ancient bush vine garnacha A unique and outstanding wine. Complex, earthy, spicy garnacha fruit on the nose, followed by a rich, balanced mouthful and long, lingering finish.
red wine situated in ollauri in rioja alta, the bodega was founded in 1973 by a group of gents from a local gastronomic society, encouraged by a love of great food and wine. beronia is dedicated to producing stunning wines and is one of the top wineries in spain, following the traditional wine-making values of the region whilst embracing new and unique techniques and environmentally-friendly practice. why not try our beronia wine flight?? 75 ml each of our exceptional crianza, reserva and barrel fermented rioja. Beronia Crianza btl 24 Tempranillo, garnacha, mazuelo A year spent in oak gives perfect, smooth vanilla harmony and spice to this cracking crianza. Beronia barrel fermented tempranillo btl 29 Tempranillo A special elaboration and unique style of Rioja, with lots of mocha-ish flavour. It really packs a punch we could drink this all night long. Beronia reserva btl 28.5 Tempranillo, graciano, mazuelo 18 months in the barrel and two years in the bottle before release, this is harmonious and silky, and maroon in colour with vanilla and wild fruit spice. A truly elegant rioja. Beronia gran reserva btl 42 Tempranillo, mazuelo, graciano Aged in French oak for 30 months and three years in the bottle before release, perfect to enjoy now. Deep cherry colour, aromas of plum, cinnamon and nutmeg. A cracker. LARGE BOTTLES TO SHARE Beronia reserva magnum btl 49.5 Two bottles in one! The perfect way to enjoy great red wine as it ages superbly in a larger format bottle. We d suggest ordering magnums if there are four or more of you wanting a drop of red. Beronia reserva jeraboam btl 98 Large party? Enjoy four bottles of this silky reserva in one. A lovely way to while away an evening with friends.
REGIONAL FLAVOURS Coruña Collins Galicia 7.5 Fresh flavours from the Atlantic coast. Sweet basil and cucumber, lillet and Bombay Dry gin. Served long and topped with Fever Tree Mediterranean tonic. Daiquiri de Miel Valencia 6.95 Home of the orange grove. Artisan orange blossom honey, Bacardi Oro and fig liqueur, shaken with Valencia s finest oranges. Served up and flamed with zest. El Rey Viejo New world Spain 8 Tying together all things Spanish, a take on a rum old-fashioned. Oloroso cask-aged Doorly s XO, opened up with a few drops of passion fruit, oloroso sherry and citrus zest. Tio-Jito 44 Jerez 6.75 Lively and approachable, the perfect introduction to the delights of sherry for mojito lovers! Tio Pepe fino matched with green apple, mint, orgeat syrup, lemon and soda. our cocktails focus on great combinations, with nods to spanish ingredients and regions. the result is sophisticated but fun drinks that we hope you ll enjoy. La Aviación Murcia 7.25 Floral and sharp, this twist on the classic combines Bombay Dry gin, a touch of violet, rose and fig. Shaken and topped up with cava summer in a glass. Melo-cooler Aragon 7.5 The white peaches from Aragon Bajo are among the best in the world, and they work surprisingly well with American whiskey in this case, Woodford Reserve bourbon, lengthened with ginger ale. Sidra Maker Asturias 6.8 Famous for its natural craft cider, the region s flavours are the inspiration for this Asturian cooler. Granny Smith apples, cinnamon, house vanilla-infused Finlandia vodka and amontillado sherry, finished with our Avalon sidra. Catalan Mazapan 6.95 Inspired by delicious Catalan pastries and sweets, this cocktail combines flavours of amaretto, dark fruits, quince and cream. Its sweetness is offset by a touch of balsamic, Licor 43 and Noval Black port.
cocktails Raspberry Piña 7.5 The French martini taken to Spanish heights. House vanilla-infused Finlandia vodka, Licor 43, Chambord, fresh raspberries, lemon and pineapple. MODERN CLASSICS Maracuya Margarita 6.95 An exotic take on the tequila favourite. Aqua Rivas blanco tequila, Velvet Falernum, fresh lime and passion fruit syrup. East India Negroni 6.95 The perfect aperitif and a bartender s best friend, this twist uses cream sherry, Bacardi Oro and Campari with a fresh twist of grapefruit zest. Daylight shrubbery 6.5 White wine, rosemary, and fresh lemon are muddled for a refreshing body, with a smidge of tangy peach and ginger shrub. Served short over ice. Gin & Posh 7.95 The classic flavours of Hendrick s are lifted by matching some of the spicier botanicals with a sparkling finish. With cucumber, pink peppercorn, celery bitters and Vilarnau brut cava. Coffee & chocolate manhattan 8 Bittersweet and boozy, a drink for whiskey fanatics. With Woodford Reserve bourbon, fresh, locally roasted and gently cracked coffee beans, Aztec chocolate bitters, and indulgent PX sherry. Orange & Rosemary Fizz 7.5 A grown-up and sophisticated mimosa. Rosemary and orange finished with Vilarnau brut cava. Café Solo Martini 7.5 Espresso martini, anyone? Our Bar 44 spiced twist. House-infused vanilla Finlandia vodka, Licor 43, freshly-ground double espresso and PX sherry. MOcktails Elderberry Sling 3.75 One for the designated driver fresh summer berries, elderflower cordial, cranberry and apple juices, served long and topped with soda. G & T-Total 3.75 There s no reason to miss out on the botanical fun of our G&Ts. The same concept, but a touch sweeter and without the headache! Peach Iced Tea 3.75 Loose leaf Earl Grey, peach puree and fresh lemon, shaken and served long over crushed ice.
inspired by classic recipes, given an updated twist for the modern drinker. we can t imagine a spanish drinks list without a sangria or two enjoy our rather lovely Sangria roja gls 5.5 / pitcher 18 The classic. With a few of our own additions and of course our very own UVA tempranillo red enjoy with friends. Sangria blanca gls 5.5 / pitcher 18 A lighter, floral style of sangria, using white wine. We also add St Germain elderflower liqueur, a good splash of pressed apple juice and a splash of manzanilla. Rebujito gls 4.5 / pitcher 16 If you ever go to a feria in the Cádíz region of Andalucia (something you should all have on your bucket list!), you ll be familiar with this incredibly refreshing party drink. Rather like a light Spanish Pimm s, with dry manzanilla sherry, ice, fresh lemon and mint, topped up with lemonade. Sangria real gls 5.5 / pitcher 18 A lovely way to start the evening (or a long lunch). Grapefruit juice and mint mixed with Tio Pepe fino and lillet over ice, topped with lashings of Vilarnau Brut Reserva cava and lemonade.
beer and cider an eclectic mix from some of spain s finest producers, from refreshing lagers and craft beers, to asturian cider on tap or natural sidra in bottles. not forgetting, of course, our very own locally brewed toro blanco. ON TAP Alhambra, 4.6%, Granada caña 1.50 / hlf 2.2 / pnt 4.4 Granada and Andalucia s finest. Excellent and crisp, good hops, great with tapas. Estrella Galicia, 4.6%, Coruña hlf 2.2 / pnt 4.4 Family-owned Galician brewery, not to be confused with Estrella Damm. Clean and fresh. Toro blanco craft pale ale, 4.4%, Wales hlf 2 / pnt 4.4 Our very own beer, a collaboration with the Glamorgan brewery to capture a taste of Spain and pair with our food. Avalon sidra, 5.5%, Asturias hlf 2.25 / pnt 4.4 The first Spanish sidra on tap in the UK, a classic Asturian cider dry, lightly sparkling. bottle Palax, 4.9%, Nalda, Rioja 330ml 3.7 Bottle-conditioned Riojan craft pilsner lager, made by an up and coming brewery. Alhambra Reserva 1925, 6.4%, Granada 330ml 4.4 A stunning, deep, iconic Spanish lager with caramel notes, full on the palate with a great finish. 1906 reserva, 6.5%, Coruña 330ml 4.3 A dark amber beer with a distinct malty flavour. Toasty notes, clean, bright and elegant. Ceriux Rubia, 5.4%, Nalda, Rioja 375ml 5.3 A double-fermented craft beer made with white grape must to make an excellent blonde ale. The first time into the UK. Estrella Damm Inedit, 4.8%, Barcelona 750ml 10.95 Wheat beer crafted in collaboration with world-famous chef Ferran Adría. Daura Damm, 5.4%, Barcelona 330ml 4.95 Gluten free classic lager with a citrus, malty, hoppy notes Estrella Galicia 0.0, 0.0%, Coruña 250ml 2.5 A really fresh, citrussy non-alcoholic lager, great with seafood. Trabanco natural sidra, 6.0%, Asturias 750ml 8.2 A natural, still, dry and slightly bitter cider. Pour from a height in small doses to aerate and drink in the authentic manner.
gin and tonics are a big deal in spain. the spanish have revolutionised the simple g&t, and the market there is nearly four times what it is in the uk! we serve ours donostia-style in large goblets, with paired tonics and botanicals to suit the profile of your chosen gin. Bombay Dry, 37.5% Laverstoke 2.8 The original classic London Dry style, with juniper, citrus, and hints of spice. Lemon peel, juniper, Fentimans tonic 1.8 Chase Seville Orange, 40% Herefordshire 3.9 Naturally sweet citrus and earthy juniper. Orange peel, rose water, elderflower tonic 2.5 Gin Sea, 40% Galicia 3.3 Floral and herbal, with a salty, refreshing edge. Samphire, lemon zest, manzanilla rinse Fever Tree Mediterranean 2.5 Larios 12, 40% Malaga 2.9 London Dry with masses of fruit and citrus. Grapefruit & citrus peel. Pomegranate tonic 2.5 Gin Mare, 42.7% Vilanova (Barcelona) 4.2 A unique example of savoury style. Rosemary, basil, olive brine. Fever Tree Mediterranean tonic 2.5 Xoriguer, Mahon, 38% Menorca 2.95 Traditional Spanish style, with a grape spirit. Juniper, lime zest. Fentimans tonic 1.8 London No.1, 47% London 3.8 Traditional yet complex, with an infusion of gardenia flowers. Juniper, citrus, cardamom, cinnamon, Fentimans tonic 1.8 19 Flors, 40% Cataluña 3 Powerful, earthy and complex with 19 botanicals. Lemon zest, apple, star anise, Fever Tree tonic 2.5
gin and tonics Nordes, 40%, Galicia 4.2 Albarino grape spirit, unique aromatic profile a firm favourite. Mint, grapes, juniper. Fever Tree tonic 2.5 5th Gin (Fire), 42% Barcelona 3.9 Modern, fruit Infused Style. Red berries, juniper, lime zest, pomegranate tonic 2.5 Tanqueray, 43.1% 2.85 Classic, bold London Dry. Juniper, citrus peel. Fever Tree Tonic 2.5 Brecon, 40%, Wales 2.8 Home-grown Welsh wheat and spring water, smooth. Orange peel, cinnamon. Fentimans tonic 1.8 Hendricks, 41.1%, Scotland 3.4 English summer garden, floral and complex. Cucumber, juniper, rose water, elderflower tonic 2.5 Nut, 40% Arbenig 3.8 Earthy London Dry, with pistachio and nutmeg. Chestnut honey, grapefruit, cardamom, Fever-Tree tonic 2.5 Star of Bombay, 47.5% Laverstoke 3.8 Impressive, vapour-infused premium gin. Juniper, orange peel, dried rose petals, elderflower tonic 2.5 Bols Genever, 42% Amsterdam 3 Powerful malty flavour with traditional botanicals. Try it neat or with Fever-Tree tonic Bathtub Gin, 43.3% Tunbridge Wells 3.9 Barrel-aged craft spirit, masses of flavour. Orange, cardamom, cinnamon, orange blossom honey, Fever-Tree 2.5 most of our tonics are enough for two gin and tonic servings
house serves Zoco Pacharán, 50ml 3.2 Navarre Sloe liqueur from the Basque Country. Made by macerating sloe berries and vanilla in anisette, producing an interesting liqueur served over ice. Ponche Caballero, 50ml 4 World-famous digestif from our beloved El Puerto de Santa Maria sherry and brandy, sweetened with orange and herbs and served over ice. VERMUT this is going through a huge renaissance in spanish tapas bars, restaurants, cocktail bars and even dedicated vermut bars serve over ice or with a spritz. La Copa 5 A stunning Jerezano red vermouth, using a recipe from the historical archives. Aged in oloroso and PX sherry casks, steeped in eight botanicals such as wormwood, clove orange and cinnamon. Served over ice with orange and an olive. El Bandarra 4 A red vermouth from Catalunya, made with the classic cava grapes of Xarel-lo and Macabeo. A bandarra is a typical Catalan expression for a person without class, or a beast! Enjoy this beauty over ice with a slice of lemon. Anis del mono 50ml 4 A classic style of aniseed pastis, made just outside Barcelona. Recognisable from the cheeky monkey on the logo. Liquor 43, 25ml 2.75 Hugely well-known in the cocktail scene, this is a great sweet liqueur made with 43 different aromatics, vanilla and citrus lovely over ice. spanish brandy 103 White Label, 36% El Puerto 2.75 Soberano, 5yr Reserva, 36% Jerez 2.9 Veterano, Solera, 36% El Puerto 2.9 Torres 10 yr G.Reserva, 38% Barcelona 3 Torres Jaime 1, 30yr, 38% Barcelona 6.95 for more spirits, liqueurs, aperitifs and digestifs please ask at the bar. Carlos 1, 12yr Reserva, 38% Jerez 4.25 Lepanto, oloroso viejo, 36% Jerez 7.85
coffee All Coffee also available in decaf we grind beans from our friend huw at the welsh coffee company, based in the vale of glamorgan. Café solo (espresso) 1.9 / 2.2 Café cortado (similar to a machiato) 2 Café con leche 2.2 (half coffee half steamed milk) Americano 2 / 2.30 Cappuccino 2.2 / 2.5 Latte 2.35 Mocha 2.5 Extra shot of espresso 0.35 Vanilla, caramel or almond syrup 0.4 Eric Rovira Spanish Hot Chocolate 2.4 Whipped cream 0.3 Marshmallows 0.25 for liqueur coffees the price of the alcohol measure will just be added onto the price of your selected coffee. Tea beautiful loose leaf estate teas from the canton tea company. Please ask for what selection we have today 2.2 Pot of fresh leaf mint tea 2.2 soft drinks Coke, Diet Coke and Lemonade 1.75 Traditional bottled coke 2.5 Soda Water 0.75 Fever Tree tonic, light tonic or Mediterranean tonic 2.5 Bottle Green elderflower or pomegranate tonic 2.5 Fentimans classic Indian tonic 1.8 Fever tree ginger ale, bitter lemon or ginger beer 2.5 Cranberry Juice 2 Mineral Water Solan de cabras 50cl 2.2 In its iconic blue bottle from Beteta, south of Madrid. In environmentally friendly plastic. Llanllyr Source sparkling 330ml 1.8 / 750ml 3 Beautiful natural sparkling water from the organic fields of Llanllyr. Design: Limegreentangerine. Illustrations: Andi Rivas
bar 44 uva wines macabeo or tempranillo/shiraz