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MIT Faculty Beverage Service

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The MIT Faculty Club is the only licensed authority to sell and serve alcoholic beverages for consumption at the Club. In accordance with City of Cambridge law and health department regulations, no food or beverage may be removed from the premises following an event. We can accommodate all of your liquor service requirements and will determine appropriate staffing to suit the needs of each group.

Service Styles

Open Bar the host is charged for all beverages consumed by guests. Inventory is taken before and after bar service to determine the cost.

Cash Bar guests pay cash for their own beverages.

Open Bar Cash Bar
Select Liquor $160 per bottle $10 per drink
Club Liquor $125 per bottle $8 per drink
Club Wine $26 per bottle $8 per glass
Bottled Beer $6 per bottle $6 per bottle
Perrier Water / Juice $3.50 each $3.50 each
Soda / Poland Spring Water $3 each $3 each
Club Sparkling Wine $29 per bottle  

Club Wine List

Whites

Club Sparkling Wine: Charles de Fère, Blanc de Blancs Reserve, France, NV

An ideal aperitif, this blend of chardonnay, uni blanc and chenin blanc grapes offers rich flavors of ripe apple, spice, and butter with a smooth texture and a crisp, lingering finish.  $29

Pinot Grigio, Ferrari-Carano, Russian River, California

This beautiful “Estate” winery offers a perfect light white with honeysuckle aromas, flavors of citrus and peach.  The refreshing yet round mouthfeel is balanced by a finish that is delicate and vibrant.  $36

Pinot Gris, J Winery, Russian River, California

The cool climate of the Russian River allows for a long, slow growing season that fully ripens the grapes while preserving their crisp elegance.  This rich, dry white, produced by the Jordan family, is 100% Pinot Gris and sees no oak aging.  $34

Grüner Veltliner Federspiel, Weingut Sigl Wachau, Austria

Much interest has evolved around this unusual grape varietal.  This Grüner Veltliner is bold and super crisp with flavors of vanilla-dipped peaches and a white pepper finish.  Pairs well with full-flavored foods.  $32

Sauvignon Blanc, Clifford Bay, Marlborough, New Zealand

New Zealand offers a unique style of Sauvignon Blanc.  Light, tropical fruit flavors are penetrated with an herbal green edge and finishes with a touch of lime.  Racy and vibrant!  $26

Sauvignon Blanc, Dogpoint, New Zealand

A mixture of fresh citrus and tropical fruits. Rich and full-bodied, this wine displays an excellent balance of fruit acidity with a lingering fresh lime finish. Intensely fruited palate and a tight texture. 35

Sancerre, Domaine Celestin Blondeau, Loire, France

Sauvignon Blanc grown in the chalky limestone vineyards and flint hills near the town of Sancerre is the world’s model for crisp focused whites and is considered some of the best white matches for food.  Slightly smoky with a dry, mineral finish.  $38

Riesling, Dr. Loosen “L”, Germany

This soft and medium-sweet white is full of peach flavors that refresh the palate.  Enjoy as an aperitif, or pair with spicy foods.  $30

Chardonnay, Discoveries by Firestone, California

The color of gold, this chardonnay is light and fresh with flavors of green apple, melon and lemon with a hint of caramel from oak aging.  Moderate acidity balances creamy note of ripe pears, with a bright and lingering finish of citrus and minerals.  $26

Chardonnay, Dry Creek Vineyard, Russian River, California

This Russian River Chardonnay begins with abundant aromas of peach, apricot, pear, and toasted almonds. More complex aromas of spice and hazelnut are revealed after several minutes in the glass. On the palate, crisp acidity from the cool weather vineyards strike a balance with subtle oak nuances. The finish is long and lingering with additional vanilla and cream elements.  $33

Chardonnay, Lincourt, Santa Barbara, California

The cool climate of Santa Barbara is perfect for growing lively and opulent chardonnay.  The nose is fresh and vibrant with apples, toast, grilled almonds, and guava.  The palate is lush and firm with substantial weight and length.  $40

Reds

Pinot Noir, Madfish, Australia

Pinot Noir is a very versatile wine to pair with foods.  It’s light enough to enjoy with fish, but firm enough to match well with light meats.  Aromas of cherries, strawberries, earth and spice, with a smooth, silky texture.  $34

Pinot Noir, Lemelson Vineyards, Thea's Selection, Willamette Valley, Oregon

Thea’s Selection is named after Dorothy Lemelson, Eric’s mom, who always wanted to be called Thea when she was young.  She likes rich, satisfying Pinots, with lush fruit, soft tannins, and enough “backbone” (structure and acidity) to pair easily with fine cuisine.  This wine is indeed a “selection” – a reserve-level blend that combines individual barrels from any or all of six vineyards.  It features barrels that show the most forward, perfumed fruit, with good complexity and length.  $53

Merlot, Raymond “R” Collection, Napa, California

This merlot fills the mouth with smooth cherry, raspberry and plum flavors along with hints of earth and spice in the toasty vanilla finish.  A medium-bodied red with great depth and soft tannin.  $26

Shiraz, Paringa, Australia

Australian Shiraz has become a staple in the American market.  The wine is a wonderful blend of spice and minty black cherry fruit, followed by a velvety finish.  $30

Rioja, Conde de Valdemar Crianza, Spain

The Tempranillo grape grown in Rioja produces a soft, medium-bodied red with flavors of orange peel, spiced tea, vanilla, and black cherry.  Dry finish with a touch of earth and very versatile with foods.  $33

Malbec Blend, Clos de Los Siete, Mendoza, Argentina

This is a wonderfully complex version of an Argentinean Malbec. Enjoy the juicy flavors of red berries and cassis.  Firm tannins and great structure.  (Malbec 56%, Merlot 21%, Syrah 11%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%, Petit Verdot 2%).  $38

Zinfandel, Cline “Ancient Vine”, Lodi, California

Old vines create an intensely concentrated red.  It’s a rich, jammy, robust wine with flavors of ripe bing cherries and pepper and spice.  Full-bodied to enjoy with all meats.  $35

Cabernet Sauvignon, Wente “Southern Hills”, California

Wente Vineyards is the country’s oldest, continuing winery.  This Cabernet comes from grapes grown in Livermore Valley and the San Francisco Bay appellations and exhibits flavors of cherry, dark plum, and a hint of coffee.  Rich, yet approachable tannins provide a long, smooth finish.  $26

Cabernet Sauvignon, Sebastiani, Sonoma, California

Sebastiani represents one of Sonoma’s oldest established farming families.  Here, cabernet sauvignon leathery aromas with deep cassis flavors and firm tannins pairs well with red meats.  $36

Cabernet Sauvignon, Earthquake, Lodi, California

The “Earthquake” label is the reserve level of wines produced by the Michael David Winery.  Their limited production offers a full-bodied, well-balanced, smooth, and elegant red.  The flavor profile is a mild black currant with notes of coffee and milk chocolate.  Enjoy!  $48