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    Crucible Bar

    4.5 (33 reviews)
    ModerateCocktail Bars
    Closed 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Allison M.

    New favorite hello. Upon walking in here, It felt cool and calm and peaceful and full of history. The walls are made of stone and the lights are low. It smells of essential oil and secrets. there was one bartender, but she was awesome. Super friendly and approachable, and she could read the room well. She made drinks with ease and seemed very knowledgeable There is an outside area that looks pretty adorable and nice and inside space as well. We stayed inside and I felt it was incredibly comfortable. It was like you're rich, neighbors, cozy den. Velvet chairs, and low lights galore. My Manhattan tasted great and I was surprised to find we only paid $15 for Manhattan and a beer. Drink prices are so expensive these days so that felt very fair. A delicious and delightful neighborhood spot that I can't wait to go to again.

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    Jenny C.

    The best cocktails in my bar hopping in Asheville! The cocktails here are really reminiscent of my favorite cocktail rooftop bar in New York (Dear Irving) and I've had a blast just being here, as they play a lot of French funky pop and the scene here is just super grunge and groovy at the same time. I am an avid whiskey/brown liquor drinker and I recommend the Adriatic sour and the weathered axe. I'm sure all of their other drinks are good since I had a regular gin and tonic for the price of $7 and it had lavender syrup and bitters in it.

    Kathy V.

    Turns out, my fella knows someone who lives in Asheville. And when she saw were in town, she suggested we stop by Crucible Bar when she was working. You don't need to suggest cocktails to me twice! I was game! And we had plenty of time after Biltmore and exploring the River Arts District. So we decide to stop in before dinner that night. You will probably want to have a map up while you are walking up to this place. There wasn't a sign that we could see. Just the address and a small paper in a window on the door that indicates it is a "private club." This was also the place where we learned about North Carolina's...frustrating...liquor laws. School yourselves before you visit, if you intend to visit any non-food-serving bars! And Crucible should certainly be one you consider! The atmosphere is cool and dive-y. The day we went it was a little hot, and one of the AC units was out, so it was a bit toasty inside. But still, it was a place I would return to over and over, if I lived in town! The cocktail menu isn't terribly long, but it is focused and interesting! We started with the Corpse Thief, one of us got it without the absinthe rinse. I don't always love absinthe...but this cocktail benefits from the extra depth of flavor it adds! My second cocktail was Occam's Razor. It is VERY strong. I was intrigued by the botanical gin. My fella got the Penny Coupe, which I liked better, but you know...gotta try new things! And prices are comparable, if not slightly cheaper, that fancy cocktails tend to run. Crucible Bar is a cool place with tasty drinks. If (when, I hope) I return to Asheville, I plan to return here! And if you get a chance to visit, do yourself a favor and do so! Bartender Candice makes an amazing cocktail!! You won't be sorry.

    Sarah Jane G.

    I am so excited about this place! I can not believe it took me so long to check it out! I have been hearing about a little dive in the river arts district that doesn't have a sign on the door. Apparently they make fantastic, affordable, and unique cocktails with a friendly staff... Every rumor about Crucible Bar is 100% accurate! I came on a normal Wednesday night, not expecting anything special but wanting to try somewhere different. Little did I know, they would end up being one of my favorite places in town! The cocktails range in price from $6-$10, like woah. You can't find prices these good anywhere. The cocktails are inventive and named to perfection. I had a cocktail called Witches Blood which consisted of fernet, blood orange, and other things. It was delicious! I tried a few more but I don't remember the names of them. The bartender was a doll. She was a cute little brunette with tons of beverage knowledge and open to chat about the menu without judgement or an attitude. Believe it or not, that's hard to find at a cocktail bar too. 5 stars for me! I will be back!

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    Always a great DJ. Always great service. We love coming into downtown to have drinks here

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    This is a pretty sexy bar, dim lights, funky staff and small cozy spaces.

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    We absolutely love this place. It's not touristy and the staff is always so kind. Thank you Crucible!

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    Hidden gem, amazing drinks, nice conversations, relaxed vibe, great bartender, will be back...perhaps tonight

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    Great dive in Asheville. Friendly. Good selection.

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    Great spot for locals and adventurous tourists looking for an Asheville vibe. Try the Kentucky Moscow Mule!

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