Does Sonora Serve Alcohol? Oh, We Do a Lot More Than That.
Let’s get one thing straight:
Yes, Sonora serves alcohol — but if you think this is just another Margarita-slinging taco spot, you’re in for a surprise.
We don’t just pour drinks.
We’re in a committed, long-term relationship with agave.
And frankly, it’s getting serious.
Our Agave Fetish Is Real
We’ve curated one of the tightest, most thoughtful collections of Tequila and Mezcal you’ll find in Sydney — no bottom-shelf mixers, no caramel-coloured imposters, and definitely no “party shots.” We’re talking about real, small-batch spirits made with wild agave, ancient distillation techniques, and stories deeper than the Blue Weber fields they came from.
Curious about mezcal vs tequila? Here’s a quick breakdown from Liquor.com.
If you’ve only had tequila with salt and lime, we’re here to blow your mind.
Cocktails That Actually Care
Our cocktails have a bit of a reputation — mostly because we give a damn.
We start with quality spirits, squeeze fresh juice to order, and lean into native and garden-grown ingredients you won’t find in your average drinks list. (Ever had a margarita with lemon myrtle or a smoked-chili honey rim? Thought not.)
Explore our latest creations on our Drinks Menu (internal link).
We don’t follow trends. We make them taste good.
The Wine List? Small but Savage
We’re not trying to be your local wine bar. But we do stock a tight, ruthless list of wines that punch above their weight. Mostly Australian, always interesting. No fillers, no fluff. Just bottles we’d want to drink ourselves — and often do.
We often rotate in local standouts from small producers like Blind Corner and Gentle Folk (external links).
A Beer List with Soul
We carry a couple of Mexican beers — the good ones.
Because some nights, you just want to crack a cold Pacifico and let the tacos do the talking.
(Yes, we stock Pacifico and sometimes Bohemia or Modelo Especial, depending on what’s available.)
Why It Matters
At Sonora, we believe what you drink should elevate what you eat.
And vice versa.
We serve food that’s rooted in Mexican tradition, grown in our garden, and twisted just enough to be uniquely us. Your drink should be just as thoughtful — just as alive with intention.
This isn’t BYO night at your mate’s place.
This is Sonora. Where the flavour starts in the glass, and ends with you asking the bartender, “What the hell did I just drink—and how do I get another?”
Want to see the cocktail menu?
Join us for a drink at Sonora
Or come by Friday Happy Hour from 5-6pm and taste why we don’t play around.
INTERNAL LINKS (Sonora site):
/menu#drinks/our-story#garden/reservations/events
EXTERNAL LINKS:
- Liquor.com mezcal vs tequila guide
- Blind Corner wines
- Gentle Folk wines
- Pacifico, Modelo, Bohemia references