This place is small and a bit aloof for the neighborhood. It does have an amazing whiskey selection.
The bartender's (owner's) behavior is a bit off putting in that he does not seem to understand that craft cocktails are as much about the likability of the purveyor of the cocktail as they are about the alcohol; nobody wants to buy and drink a cocktail from a villain. He had a very condescending attitude towards my drink of choice for the evening; why stock it if you don't think people should drink it?
Go once to say you have been. Maybe your experience will be different than mine, but I doubt it. Then remember, there are more inviting places in Cleveland Heights with more sociable, likable and talented bartenders. I recommend The Fairmount and Nighttown. And, I have high hopes for Parnell's in its new location. As for The Whiskey Bar, it has a long way to go before it matches service with its amazing selection so, I can only give 1 star!