Bitter Nun
Mezzanine Cocktail Lounge
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 elevated cocktails and an extensive list of top-shelf liquor options.
The Bitter Nun is the ultimate destination for curious cocktail drinkers looking to indulge in a refined and unforgettable experience.
Location
Hours
Drinks
COCKTAILS
Johny C | 13
Michter’s Rye | citrus simple | Peychaud’s | soda
Rum Old Fashioned | 14
El Dorado 12 Year | Oloroso Sherry | piloncillo syrup | Palo Santo bitters
Mechanic’s Mai-Tai | 15
Mezcal | rum | Alma Finca | orgeat | lime | bitters
El Jefe Margarita | 17
Herradura Cristalino | Grand Marnier | chile | citrus simple | lime
Oveja Camisa | 15
Amaras Cupreata | Dolin Blanc | honey | Castelvetrano olive juice | Palo Santo bitters
Bitter Nun Old Fashioned | 15
Laird’s | honey simple | Angostura
Choice of Four Roses Small Batch | Dickel Barrel Select | Woodford Rye
Señorita Zanahoria | 13
Tres Gen Reposado | AASB Ixchel | fresh carrot juice | lime | simple
The J Herman | 16
Brown butter–washed Woodford Double Barrel | pecan orgeat | chocolate bitters
Autumnal Gibson | 14
AASB Elvira Mistress of the Dark Autumnal Gin | AASB Ixchel | black sesame syrup | Meyer lemon
Highland Ember | 16
Bruichladdich | Montenegro | piloncillo syrup | Alma Tepec | Angostura bitters | Palo Santo 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 Espadín
Gusto Histórico Ensamble
Gusto Histórico Tequilero
Los Valeros Cristalino
Neta Coyote/Madrecuixe
Neta Tepextate
Rey Camparo Jabalí
Rey Campero Espadín
Tequila
1123 Blanco Histórico
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
Tres 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
Michter’s
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 Cachaça
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
AQUA VITAE | 15
Weekly Pairing of Fresh Juice & Select Spirit
WEEK OF 6/26 JUICE IS SWEET RED CHERRY
NOVO FIZZ ROYALE | 12
Creme de Cassis & Laird's Apple Brandy, topped with Cava Brut & Lemon Twist Garnish
Beers
Food
SHAREABLES
Green Chile Cheese Fries | 12 (V)
Add Chicken (+5) | Steak (+9) | Adovada (+7)
Pairs well with Mechanic's Mai Tai
Asparagus Calabacitas | 13 (V) (GF)
Asparagus | Summer Squash | Corn | Lime | Street Taco Quesadillas | Green Chile | Chimayó NM Red Chile
Pairs well with Rum Old Fashioned
Smoked Wings | 14
6 Wings | Available with Buffalo, BBQ, Amaro Glaze or Naked | Served with Red Ranch, Carrots & Celery | Add Green Ranch (1)
Pairs well with El Jefe Margarita
Carne Adovada Egg Rolls | 14
Cheddar | Red Chile Slaw
Pairs well with Johny C
Ex Novo Power Bowl | 12 (V)
Long Grain Rice | Black Beans | Corn Tostada | Salsa Verde | Arugula Salad
Add Steak (+9) | Chicken (+5) | Shrimp (+9) | Crispy Tofu (+6)
Pairs well with Rum Old Fashioned
Lager Than Life Nachos | 14 (V)
Chips | House Green Chile Beer Cheese | Pickled Red Onions | Pickled Jalapeños | Pico de Gallo / Sour Cream
Add chicken (+5) | Steak (+9) | Adovada (+7)
Pairs well with El Jefe Margarita
Amaro Fried Rice | 16 (V)
Sautéed Onions | Crispy Bacon | Egg | Spicy Soy–Amaro Sauce
Pairs well with Mechanic's Mai Tai
FRESH GREENS
Caesar Salad | 8/15 (V)
Romaine | Parmesan | House Croutons | Sunset Syndrome Hazy IPA Caper Caesar Dressing
Pairs well with Bitter Nun Old Fashioned
Apple Bacon Salad | 8/15 (GF)
Arugula | Spring Mix | Apple | Crispy Bacon / Feta / Pickled Red Onions | Green Goddess Dressing
Pairs well with Johny C
Steak Salad | 12/24 (GF)
Skirt Steak | Romaine | Caramelized Onion | Blue Cheese Crumble & Dressing
Pairs well with Rum Old Fashioned
LARGE PLATES
Mac & Cheese | 16 (V)
Penne Pasta | House Green Chile Beer Cheese
Add Green Chile (+2) | Bacon (+3) | Chicken (+5) | Steak (+9)
Pairs well with Mechanic's Mai Tai
The Haggard Burger | 16
Angus Beef Patty | American Cheese | Shredded Lettuce | Onion / Burger Sauce / Fries
Sub Impossible Patty (+3)
Add Green Chile (+2) | Bacon (+3) | Extra Patty (5)
Pairs well with Johny C
Chicken Sandwich | 18
Lettuce | Tomato | Pickle | Mayo | Fries
Available fried or grilled
Make it spicy | Add American Cheese (+1) | Green Chile (+2)
Pairs well with El Jefe Margarita
Chipotle Ribs | 24
House BBQ | Potato Salad
Pairs well with Bitter Nun Old Fashioned
Crispy Skin Salmon | 26
Potato Purée | Roasted Carrots & Asparagus | Amaro Soy Glaze
Pairs well with Mechanic's Mai Tai
Churrasco Steak & Potatoes | 28
Outside Skirt Steak | Roasted Red Potatoes | Caramelized Onion | Corn | Cherry Tomatoes | Spring Mix | Tomato Coulis | Red Chili Demi
Pairs well with Rum Old Fashioned
Smoked Brisket | 34
Crispy onion, mashed potatoes, chipotle BBQ, Mexican street corn
Pairs well with El Jefe Margarita
Beef Short Rib | 34
Potato Mash | Roasted Carrots | Slaw
Pairs well with Bitter Nun Old Fashioned
DESSERT
House-Made Brownie | 8
Served with Ice Cream
Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding | 9
Cereal Milk Mousse
House-Made Cheesecake | 9
Rotating Flavor
House-Made Chocolate Mousse | 8