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Tuesday 4pm - 12am Wednesday 4pm - 12am Thursday 4pm - 12am Friday 4pm - 1am Saturday 4pm - 1am

Barkeep

Name: Barkeep
Address: 15c Street Paul St, Thunder Bay, ON, P7A4S4, CA
Telephone: +18077670733

A beautiful cocktail bar slingin' drinks on St. Paul St. Ask us about cocktails to go! Visit our website to for full menu and more info! 19+ Only. No reservations.

Seasonal patio seating available.

08/29/2026

City Of Tears

Pisco, Aperol, Cointreau, Licor 43, Lime, Grapefruit, Pandan, Tonka

This cocktail is all about graduated depth of flavour.

The bright top notes come from a small amount of freshly squeezed lime and grapefruit juices mixed with El Gobernador Pisco. Pisco is a clear spirit, technically a brandy, from South America. It drinks similar to a gin or vodka, but has smooth, tropical floral undertones that tend to enhance fruit flavors in cocktails without adding sweetness.

The heart note is made from the combination of Aperol, Cointreau and Liquor 43, creating a rounded body with caramelized baking spice sweetness, balanced by bright, bitter orange rind.

The deep base notes are formed with a few dashes of two house made tinctues: Tonka Bean and Pandan.
Tonka Bean adds hints of marshmallow, clove, cherries and rich marzipan. Pandan, a plant from Southeast Asia, imparts flavours of grassy vanilla, and roasted almonds.

The result is bittersweet and punchy sipper that walks the line between boozy and crushable. It's a cocktail worth visiting again and again.

Try one tonight!

08/27/2026

Strawberry Land

Cognac, Licor 43, Strawberries, Allspice, Almond Bitters, Lemon, Clarified Milk

Delicious Milk Punch Alert! 🚨

Our milk punches are always made in large batches, and are practically ready to serve when you arrive! The process takes a long while, but you can't argue with the results.

This cocktail starts with Licor 43, infused with a whole whack of ripe strawberries to create a fruity backdrop for the boozy, oaked vanilla spice of Gautier Cognac. Mixed with aromatic allspice and the sweet amaretto notes of Fee Brother's Toasted Almond Bitters. We then add freshly squeezed lemon together with whole milk, to engage the clarification process.

If you're not familiar with Milk Punches, we know the clarified milk part of this beverage may require further explanation.
This cocktail is not creamy at all.
Clarified milk isn't as weird as it sounds, it's an age-old method of stabilizing cocktails for longevity. The cocktail itself is NOT creamy. You absolutely wouldn't know this cocktail had milk in it.
All of the milk solids get fine-strained away, along with any other opaque pigment, cloudiness, fruit pulp or pith, leaving a clear, silky smooth, flavour packed beverage!

This particular milk punch is a sweet & tart offering with smooth flavours of vanilla, citrus and baking spice.

Take a trip to Strawberry Land and see for yourself tonight!

08/22/2026

Bee Keep

Earl Grey Gin, White Rum, St. Germain, Glayva, Wildflower Honey, Orange, Lemon, Egg White, Bee Pollen

Two cocktails in one!

The bottom half of this beverage begins with Tanqueray Gin infused with Earl Grey Tea from International House of Tea , to impart tanic herbaceousness, notes of vanilla cream and its signature bergamot flavour. A measure of Planteray White Rum is added for smooth, tropical body. Shaken with local Wildflower Honey from Barry'Lesya Tabor , for its rich florals, and fresh squeezed lemon and super-orange juice for a balancing, mouthwatering tartness.

The top half is an infused egg white foam containing, fresh lemon, St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, for its crisp, sweet white flower notes, and Glayva, for hints of baking spices and candied citrus.

Topped with a sprinkle of bee pollen and fragrant orange zest.

Bee-line over to Barkeep and try one tonight! 🐝🍯

08/20/2026

Just A Salad

Olive Oil Gin, Lillet, Dry Vermouth, Black Pepper, Snap Pea

A savoury, vegetal and vibrant martini!

For this cocktail we've infused Tanqueray Gin with good quality extra virgin olive oil, using the "fat wash" method. This method imparts the flavor of the olive oil while removing any thick, greasy residue. We then add calculated measures of Dolin Dry Vermouth - for its notes of ify alpine herbs and lively white wine acidity, and Lillet Blanc - for a subtle floral note with citrus undertones. We mix in freshly extracted juice from snap peas and their pods, which gives the drink it's remarkable green colour. Finished with a few dashes of our house made Black Pepper Tincture for a complimentary depth of flavour.

The cocktail is made in large batches and portioned into individual bottles to be stored in the freezer. Each martini, when ordered, is pulled from the ice and served at the perfect frosty temperature.

Get your veggies tonight, at Barkeep!

08/18/2026

Coconut Cold Brew

One from the non-alcoholic side of our menu!

This simple coffee beverage really hits the spot when you need a little pick me up.
We use Uncommon Baked Goods tonka bean infused cold brew, shaken mercilessly with rich, creamy coconut milk to create a smooth, frothy, caffeinated delight!

Try one tonight!

08/13/2026

Patio perfect Summer Sangria!

Dry White, Strawberries, Peaches, Honey & Orange Liqueur, Lavender.

Available by the glass or pitcher!
🥂🍓🍑🪻🍯

08/11/2026

Big Announcement!

Duran and I have fully taken over ownership of Barkeep!

Back in 2014, Duran and I met at the first orientation meeting for the new, soon-to-open Tomlin Restaurant.
12 years ago, almost to the day, we were among the first hires ready to learn, serve and bartend in a way Thunder Bay had never seen before. This was something entirely new but instantly felt special. Tomlin owners, Steve and Nancy, had a dream that would shape the rest of our lives in a way we couldn’t imagine at the time. They hand-picked that first crew based on intuition and a gut-feeling that each of us would add an invaluable, unique piece to the puzzle. They trusted their instincts, never compromised on their vision, lead with selfless kindness, generosity and unrelenting hard work. That ethos still holds true to this day, and you can see it in everything they do.
Over the years Duran and I had many roles serving, bartending and managing Tomlin to the best of our abilities. We worked well together and complimented each other’s strengths. We developed a relationship, weathered some storms and came out stronger as partners. We loved our Tomlin family immensely, but we wanted to create something of our own. Steve and Nancy, graciously heard our idea, and with trust and encouragement were on board to make that a reality for us. We partnered with our business mentors and got to work. Nancy, with her boundless creativity and unwavering belief that we could make something great, sat down with me and started to design what would become Barkeep. Our first 3D model of the space was fashioned out of computer paper, cut out and taped together in a vague horseshoe bar-like shape, with ballpoint penned-in shelves precariously tacked on to its rear. We handed this diorama, like a kid proudly handing over glue-soaked macaroni art, to the incredibly talented, woodworking carpenter, Andrew Gillies, and much to our surprise and delight, he saw the vision. [Continued in comments..]

08/06/2026

Snacks!!

Satisfy your munchies at Barkeep tonight! 😋

Open at 4

08/01/2026

Dream Weaver

Vodka, Dry Vermouth, Gentian, Watermelon, Dandelion Tincture, Tarragon, Pernod, Honey

A refreshing, herbal sipper with the perfect amount of juiciness and just a little magic.

Bartender D always comes in clutch with the witchy cocktails. The ingredients in this one, for those who choose to believe, are all connected to getting the most out of your dream life!

Stoli Vodka, Dillon's Gentian Liqueur and Dolin Dry Vermouth form the base of this beverage, creating a solid, gently bittersweet foundation of alpine herbs, citrus and white flowers.

A splash of fresh pressed watermelon juice is added for a bright, hydrating boost. A spoonful of our housemade Dandelion Root Tincture imparts a layer toasty, subtlety bitter nuttiness, and a squeeze of honey adds a balancing sweetness.
Shaken with fresh tarragon and a dash of Pernod to finish with complimentary hint of anise.
Try one tonight!

For the curious 🔮:

- Dried watermelon seeds placed in a sachet under your pillow, is said to attract abundance while you sleep. Dreaming of watermelon can symbolize joy, health, and prosperity.

- Hanging gentian near your bed is believed to block bad dreams and clear the mind of daytime anxieties.

- Dandelion is believed to open the mind's third eye and act as a beacon, inviting helpful spirits and ancestors to visit you in your sleep to deliver messages and guidance.
In French tradition, placing a dandelion leaf beneath your pillow is said to induce dreams that reveal your future spouse.

- In mystical traditions, tarragon is commonly associated with inducing lucid dreams. Its relaxing properties help quiet the waking mind, making it easier to slip into deeper dream states.

Sweet dreams, friends! 😴

07/30/2026

Mr. Bus Driver!

Rums, Montenegro, Green Chartreuse, Passion Fruit, Pineapple, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lime, Almond Orgeat, Bitters

A tiki style, Rum Punch meets Mai Tai inspired cocktail that will transport you to the tropics! 🏝️

It's base is a blend of rums:
- Planteray 3 Star Caribbean White Rum, (With methods and cane from the terroir of Jamaica, Barbados and Trinidad.) for its smooth, bright notes of grassy vanilla and tropical fruit.
-Smith & Cross Navy Strength Jamaican Rum for it's funky, overripe banana, caramelized baking spice and earthy leather notes.
- El Dorado 12 Year Rum, hailing from Guyana, aged in oak bourbon barrels, to impart deep flavours of demerara, molasses, toffee and warm dates.

Combined with Amaro Montenegro for gently bittersweet, spiced floral notes, and Green Chartreuse for a sweet, complex, punchy herbaceousness.

Shaken with passion fruit puree, pineapple, fresh squeezed citrus juices and our house made almond orgeat, for a subtle but balancing nuttiness.

Topped with a tiki-traditional dash of Angostura Bitters, and a fragrant mint bouquet.

For all its components, this drink sips smooth, strong and refreshingly tropical. 🍹

Hop on board with Mr. Bus Driver tonight!

Address

15c Street Paul St
Thunder Bay, ON
P7A4S4

Opening Hours

Tuesday	4pm - 12am
Wednesday	4pm - 12am
Thursday	4pm - 12am
Friday	4pm - 1am
Saturday	4pm - 1am

Telephone

+18077670733

Website

http://barkeepcocktails.com/

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