Batch Cafe & Bar

$8.00 Old Fashioned rivals $30 Old fashion's drinks you won't find anything close downtown Tucson! Smooth rich and right on point!

Great place for whiskey and bourbon! One of the biggest selections I've seen and yet bartender is very knowledgeable about recommending to your taste. The donuts were such a delightful pleasure to have while sipping craft cocktail and straight bourbon. We had the churro, crème brûlée and screwball whiskey donuts. I would say out of all the screwball and churro were the favorites. The music was great and mixed current alt rock hits with older goodies. I would definitely go again.

Batch is a candy store for whiskey, scotch, bourbon, and spirit lovers alike. Not only do they have their walls filled from sternum to ceiling with over 1100 bottles of various spirits, but their staff (as their owners) are beyond knowledgeable and have heard about whatever bottle or limited release you could think of. The bar is only as good as the staff though, regardless of the swill or luxury spirits they serve. That is perhaps one of the brightest spots of Batch, despite the beyond impressive selection of spirits. The staff is happy to chat with you about their favorite spirits, places and/or sights in town, or discuss whatever is on your mind in a way that makes them feel like an old friend. Ryan has been one of the best barkeeps I've been around in my 20+ years of drinking spirits and visiting bars. The decor is that of old bars and speakeasies, which is both comforting and a bit... minimalist if that makes sense. The bar features dark wood features, empty barrels of specially made spirits made specifically for Batch, or the owner's favorite distilleries. Lighting is low, but the chandelliers feature empty bottles and more than enough light to see everyone and everything you look at in the place. It toes the line between romantic, modern, and even... curious, as if there is something to hide in the low lighting. I loved the overall concept of the decor, as it reminds me of any high-end, luxury bar but isn't frivolous with the decor as to take away from the real stars of the place: the rare and expansive selection of spirits. The selection of spirits will put almost any collector's or bar's cellar to shame. There is going to be something for everyone, whether it be the most abrasive and high-proof spirit or a perfectly balanced cocktail... there is something for everyone and anyone here. Are you new to the scene? There is an endless and vast wealth of knowledge and experience to educate you. Don't know what you really like? Describe your ideal spirit and let the experts choose your next adventure. Seasoned veteran and self-proclaimed expert? Intellectually spar with your guide to see who has the best takes and taste between the lot of you. Batch is the place for the true purist. Not only are the staff and spirits offered among the best this life has to offer, but you won't pay overly gouged prices of second-hand markets or self-proclaimed entrepreneuers that are looking to make a quick buck off limited release or rare spirits or releases. I found it hard to believe that this place could be found in downtown Tucson when I have struggled to find a place like it anywhere else. However, this desert gem is nestled perfectly in an unassuming place where it can stay on the down-low, only visible to the locals and those lucky enough to stumble onto it on a per-chance visit to the southwestern desert.

Outstanding and unique whiskey bar in Tequila territory of AZ. The selection is enormous and the service is classy and knowledgeable. From the doughnuts to the rolling ladder, highly recommend this as must see spot for anyone traveling to Tucson!

Nice, cozy bar with indoor & outdoor seating. Service was very friendly and they poured an excellent old fashioned. They had a good selection of doughnuts which I'll try next time I'm there. Recommend!

As always- damn good cocktails! Extensive list of whiskey and bourbon options. Limited seating indoors with a library vibe.. except it's bottles instead of books! They have boozy donuts on weekends which pairs well.

Great whiskey bar. They also have other cocktails. Velvet had the Old Fashion. She said it was great. I had the prickly pear margarita. It also was excellent. Nice intimate venue. Great service. The donuts are also very good.

Trendy cocktail bar that boasts the largest whisky selection in town!What I loved: The atmosphere! They really maximized the narrow floor space, providing as much seating as possible, but it still doesn't feel cramped. The dimly lit decor is modern, maybe even romantic when you're on a date. Service is top-notch, too--I've never had to wait long to get another round. What I liked: They have food here sometimes (I've been told tacos on Friday), and have doughnuts for sale if you need something to soak up all that liquor. I hope they're still doing the creme brulee doughnut--it was neat watching them blowtorch the sugar right in front of me. What needs work: The house cocktails don't really excite me. I think the bourbon choice for the house old fashioned is too sweet, and I think their prickly pear drinks are relatively bland. They do try their hand at some original concoctions but they're simple and not too adventurous, even if I did think the Purple Drink was tasty. So while it might not be the most innovative mixology, Batch is definitely worth checking out for the vibes. They have a good happy hour and it just feels like a fun place to be as any to start off your evening!

Morgan does an awesome job at bartending and recommending good bourbons to try. We always have a good time at Batch and you can't beat the donuts that come with the experience!

Great bourbon bar. So many choices. Small but cozy. Didn't try the donuts but they looked tasty.