Bitter Nun
ABQ Taproom Mezzanine
Welcome to The Bitter Nun, an elevated cocktail bar nestled in the mezzanine of Ex Novo Brewing Company's downtown Albuquerque location. Designed for the discerning palate, The Bitter Nun offers an exquisite selection of fancy cocktails and an extensive list of top-shelf liquor options. Our delectable menu, curated by the renowned Chef Marc Quiñones, features an array of delightful bites that perfectly complement our drink offerings. The Bitter Nun is the ultimate destination for curious cocktail drinkers looking to indulge in a refined and unforgettable experience.
Location
Hours
Drink Menu
COCKTAILS
MECHANICS MAI-TAI | 15
Mezcal | Rum | Alma Finca | Orgeat | Lime | Bitters
EL JEFE MARGARITA | 17
Herradura Cristalino | Grand Marnier | Chile | Citrus Simple | Lime
LAVENDER CLOUD | 14
Los Poblanos Lavender Gin | St. Germain | Lemon | Honey Simple | Egg
BLACKBERRY BRAMBALL | 14
Ex Novo Signature Old Forester | Blackberry Simple | Lemon | Rhubarb Bitters | Soda or Ginger Beer
BITTER NUN OLD FASHIONED | 15
Lairds | Honey Simple | Angostura
choice of Four Roses Small Batch, Dickel Barrel Select or Woodford Rye
JOHNY C | 13
Michter’s Rye | Citrus Simple | Peychaud’s | Soda
PAPA SOLTERO | 13
Hamilton Gold Rum | Falernum | Maraschino Liquer | Grapefruit | Lime
CENTRAL BOULEVARDIER | 17
High West Bourbon | Coffee-Infused As Above So Below Aradia | Sweet Vermouth
RUM OLD FASHIONED | 14
El Dorado 12 Year | Oloroso Sherry | Piloncillo Syrup | Palo Santo Bitters
JUNGLE BIRD | 16
Hamilton Rum Blend / Pineapple / As Above So Below Adardia / Lime / Bitters
WINE
by the glass
Verdejo | 17/65
Cantalapiedra
Chianti Classico | 15/55
Montesecondo
Tempranillo | 22/75
Bodega Numanthia – Termes
Cabernet Sauvignon | 19/70
Brand and Family
Red Blend | 19/70
Allegrini – Palazzo della Torre
Nebbiolo | 20/75
Famiglia Rivetti – Langhe
NON-ALCOHOLIC
CLOUDWALKER CHERRY CITRUS | 8
CLOUDWALKER KIWI PINEAPPLE | 8
CLOUDWALKER MELON BERRY | 8
*contains THC & CBD
SPIRITS
MEZCAL
CINCO SENTIDOS CAPÓN
CINCO SENTIDOS PUNTAS
AMARÁS CUPREATA
CRUZ DE FUEGO ESPADIN
GUSTO HISTÓRICO ENSAMBLE
GUSTO HISTÓRICO TEQUILERO
LOS VALEROS CRISTALINO
NETA COYOTE/MADRECUIXE
NETA TEPEXTATE
REY CAMPARO JABALÍ
REY CAMPERO ESPADÍN
TEQUILA
1123 BLANCO HISTORICO
ARETTE EXTRA AÑEJO
ARTENOM 1414
CAZCANES REPOSADO
CHAMUCOS BLANCO
CHAMUCOS REPOSADO
CORRALEJO EXTRA AÑEJO
DON JULIO 1942
DON JULIO 70
EL TEQUILEÑO BLANCO
EL TESORO BLANCO
EL TESORO AÑEJO
EL TESORO EXTRA AÑEJO
EL TESORO REPOSADO
GRAN CENTENARIO AÑEJO
HERRADURA BLANCO
HERRADURA CRISTALINO
JOSE CUERVO TRADICIONAL
LALO BLANCO
PASOTE BLANCO
PM BLANCO STILL STRENGTH
SIETE LEGUAS BLANCO
SIETE LEGUAS REPOSADO
SIETE LEGUAS AÑEJO
TAPATIO BARREL PROOF
TAPATIO BLANCO
TRES GEN CRISTALINO
TRES GEN REPOSADO
TRS GEN AÑEJO
AGAVE
CABALLITO CERRERO
CHAWAR BLANCO
SANTO CUVISO BACANORA
SOTOLEROS LECHUGUILLA
BOURBON
1792 SMALL BATCH
BASIL HAYDEN
BLANTON'S
BOOKER’S
BUFFALO TRACE
DICKEL BARREL SELECT
EAGLE RARE
EH TAYLOR
FOUR ROSES SINGLE BARREL
FOUR ROSES
FOUR ROSES SMALL
GREEN SPOT
HIGH WEST
KNOB CREEK
LOCK STOCK & BARREL
MICHTERS
NIKKA COFFEE
NOAH’S MILL
OLD FORESTER 86
RABBIT HOLE BOXERGRAIL
ROWAN'S CREEK
SMOOTH AMBLER
W.L. WELLER
WHISTLEPIG
WILLETT POT STILL
WOODFORD
WOODFORD DOUBLE BARREL
YELLOW SPOT
SCOTCH
ARDBEG
BRUICHLADDICH
LAGAVULIN
LAPHROAIG
MACALLAN SHERRY CASK
OBAN
RYE
AASB ASTROLOGIST RYE
HEMINGWAY RYE
OLD OVERHOLT RYE
WOODFORD RYE
RUM
AGUA VIVA CACHACA
DIPLOMÁTICO
EL DORADO 12
LEMON HART BLACKPOOL
LEMON HART 1804
PLANTATION OFTD
SMITH AND CROSS
URUAPAN CHARANDA
VODKA
AASB
TITO’S
GIN
AASB GIN
HAYMAN'S OLD TOM GIN
NORDÉS GIN
MISCELLANEOUS
AASB ABSINTHE
ALMA FINCA
ALMA TEPEC
AMARO NONINO
AVERNA
CYNAR
FERNET BRANCA
GRAND MARNIER
MONTENEGRO
ZIRBENZ
Beers
Food Menu
Small Plates
Berkshire Pork Belly | 16
Anasazi Bean Ragout | Toasted Corn | Harissa-Sherry Reduction
Asparagus Calabacitas | 13
Mini Tortillas | Lime | Chimayo New Mexico Red Chile | Summer Squash
Carne Adovada Egg Rolls | 14
12 Hour Braised Pork Shoulder | Tucumcari Cheddar | Hatch Red Chile Soy | Green Chile Lo-Mein Noodles
Carne Asada Elk | 24
Blue Corn Buttered | Naan | Peppadew Pepper Chimichurri | Sea Salt Caramel
Honey-Bacon Wrapped Almond Stuffed Dates | 13
House-Made Boursin Cheese Dipping Sauce | Pimentón de la Vera
Lobster Bao Buns | 22
Tarragon Pico de Gallo | Sweet Chile-Tabasco-Lime | Champagne Mousse
Patatas Bravas | 9
Twice Cooked Potatoes | Spicy Aioli | Chile-Garlic Condiment | Chopped Herbs
Chop Chop Salad | 15
Salami | Provolone Cheese | Honey-Bacon | Grilled Onion | Tomato | Herbed Ranch | Bleu Cheese Crumble
Spring Pea and Kale Salad | 13
Cracked Pecan Crumble | Pickled Red Onion | Tucumcari Cheddar | Strawberry-Lime Vinaigrette
Latin Arugula Salad | 13
Manchego Cheese | Pink Peppercorn | Pickled Corn | Heirloom Tomato | Black Pepper-Garlic Mojo Vinaigrette
Twice Cooked Wings | 14
Whole Wing | Jalapeño Vinaigrette | Red Ranch
New Mexico Pinon & Bacon Fried Rice | 14
Organic Egg | House Brined Sweet Peppers | Fried Shallot
Large Plates
Ex Novo Beer Can Arroz con Pollo | 24
Crispy Skin Chicken Thighs | Basmati Rice | Red Beans
Latin American Power Bowl | 12
Saffron Rice | Black Bean Salad | Corn Tostada | Salsa Verde
+ Skirt Steak (9)
+ Chicken Breast (7)
+ Shrimp (9)
+ Crispy Tofu (6)
Giant Fried Chicken Sandwich | 18
Silver Leaf Farms Lettuce | Tomato | Pickle | Mayo | Garlic Butter Fries
+ Make it Spicy (2)
Churrasco Steak & Potatoes | 28
Outside Skirt Steak | Twice Cooked Potatoes | Grilled Tomato | Caramelized Corn | Tomato Coulis
The Copycat Burger | 17
House Ketchup | House Mustard | Honey-Bacon | Tucumcari Cheddar | Sirloin Brisket Blend | Fries
Sticky Pork Ribs | 24
Green Chile Agave Glaze | Pickled Peppers & Scallion Salad | Anson Mills Grits
Roast Beef Brisket | 34
Crispy Onion | Potato Puree | Mexican Milagro BBQ
Desserts
Giant Macaron | 8
Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding | 9
Candy Crumb Topping | Cereal Milk Mousse
Eggnogg Tres Leches Cheesecake | 9
Eggnogg Crème Anglaise | 5 Pepper Raspberry Puree
Seasonal Sorbet | 8