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The dusty &dark corners of Ul'dah are a dire & depressing place. But when you're needing hope, a meal & a drink, head to Garnet Lane's Keg & Cog. They'll sort you out.


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The Keg & Cog Speakeasy is a role-play venue in Final Fantasy XIV Online. We are located in "Garnet Lane," a fictitious run-down lane in the poor, refugee-thick area of Ul'dah.We are a front for the Agate Union, a do-good secret society that doesn't always operate within the bounds of the law. If you are needing help, seek us out.The Keg & Cog is also the official home of Irontoe Brewery, which operates in Garnet Lane. In addition to serving Keg & Cog Speakeasy specialty beers from its roster, all Irontoe Brewery seasonal brews are on tap and available.

 Keg & Cog Rules of Conduct 


 rule 1 ic 

Keg & Cog Speakeasy is a legal establishment. Illegal behaviour is not permitted. Be good.

 rule 2 ic 

Do not treat Keg & Cog Speakeasy staff unkindly. They are here to provide service and a nice evening. Do not be a jerk. You will be escorted out.

 rule 3 ic 

Pay for your food and drinks with real money. Counterfeit gil will result in consequences.

 rule 4 ic 

This is not a family establishment. Children are not welcome. But that doesn't mean we're a brothel. Keep your pants on and hands where they belong.

 rule 5 ic 

Lalafel are adults, not children. They are permitted to have adult lives. Prejudice around lalafel engaging in consenting adult relationships, while respecting rule 4, is not permitted. They are grown adults and are welcome.

 rule 6 ic 

This is an 2SLGBTQIA+ safe place. We are allies and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ ourselves.

 Rule 1 ooc 

Keg & Cog Speakeasy is a legal establishment. Illegal behaviour is encouraged if you are discreet.

 rule 2 ooc 

Keg & Cog Speakeasy staff players do not owe you anything & bad behaviour, IC or OOC, won't be tolerated if it makes our staff uncomfortable.

 rule 3 ooc 

RP gil only. No money really required. Tips are welcome. Consequences may involve IC beat-down if you want to go that route.

 rule 4 ooc 

Please do not make other characters uncomfortable with sexualized RP. It's OK to flirt - it's not OK to basically engage in public foreplay. If you're unsure, ask.

 rule 5 ooc 

Players are all adults. Unless lalafel are being played as children, they are adult characters and should be treated as such. We do not allow ERP in our venue, but if lalafel come on a date, that's fine. We don't think it's child pornography.

 rule 6 ooc 

This is an 2SLGBTQIA+ safe place. We are allies and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ ourselves.

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 Brews - Keg & Cog Reserved 


 Thanalan Amber 
Lager

Inspiration
Thirst-quenching lager; a tall glass sweating in the summer heat.
Style
Typical Lager
Flavour Profile
This amber-coloured lager has a sweet, crisp taste, and comes in a well-used stein topped by a heady foam. Like all lagers, it's bubbly and frothy, and best served cold.
Colour
This beverage can be expected to be a light amber shade.

 Coerthan Copper 
Brown Ale

Inspiration
The rugged, mountainous terrain of Coerthas.
Style
English Mild Ale
Flavour Profile
A smooth, malty ale with notes of caramel and chocolate. Low bitterness, medium body, and a warming alcohol content. (5%)
Colour
This beverage can be expected to be about this shade:

 Mariner's Mist 
Cider

Inspiration
The misty, coastal regions of Limsa Lominsa.
Style
Spiced Cider
Flavour Profile
A warm, spiced cider with notes of cinnamon, cloves, and orange. Perfect for the colder months.
Colour
This beverage can be expected to be about this shade:

 Brews - Cocktails & Spirits 


 Thanalan Amber 
Lager

Inspiration
Thirst-quenching lager; a tall glass sweating in the summer heat.
Style
Typical Lager
Flavour Profile
This amber-coloured lager has a sweet, crisp taste, and comes in a well-used stein topped by a heady foam. Like all lagers, it's bubbly and frothy, and best served cold.
Colour
This beverage can be expected to be a light amber shade.

 Coerthan Copper 
Brown Ale

Inspiration
The rugged, mountainous terrain of Coerthas.
Style
English Mild Ale
Flavour Profile
A smooth, malty ale with notes of caramel and chocolate. Low bitterness, medium body, and a warming alcohol content. (5%)
Colour
This beverage can be expected to be about this shade:

 Mariner's Mist 
Cider

Inspiration
The misty, coastal regions of Limsa Lominsa.
Style
Spiced Cider
Flavour Profile
A warm, spiced cider with notes of cinnamon, cloves, and orange. Perfect for the colder months.
Colour
This beverage can be expected to be about this shade:

 Brews - Irontoe Seasonal Brews 


 Thanalan Amber 
Lager

Inspiration
Thirst-quenching lager; a tall glass sweating in the summer heat.
Style
Typical Lager
Flavour Profile
This amber-coloured lager has a sweet, crisp taste, and comes in a well-used stein topped by a heady foam. Like all lagers, it's bubbly and frothy, and best served cold.
Colour
This beverage can be expected to be a light amber shade.

 Coerthan Copper 
Brown Ale

Inspiration
The rugged, mountainous terrain of Coerthas.
Style
English Mild Ale
Flavour Profile
A smooth, malty ale with notes of caramel and chocolate. Low bitterness, medium body, and a warming alcohol content. (5%)
Colour
This beverage can be expected to be about this shade:

 Mariner's Mist 
Cider

Inspiration
The misty, coastal regions of Limsa Lominsa.
Style
Spiced Cider
Flavour Profile
A warm, spiced cider with notes of cinnamon, cloves, and orange. Perfect for the colder months.
Colour
This beverage can be expected to be about this shade:

 Grub - Appetizers 


 Fried Cheese Cogs 

Golden nuggets of battered cheddar curd arrive fresh from the fryer, their crisp shells giving way to molten, savoury cheese with every bite.Paired with a warm marinara steeped in Thanalan tomatoes, Gridanian herbs, & a whisper of spice, the dish feels right at home beside polished brass, low jazz, & the hush of whispered dealings behind closed doors.Served piping hot, it is hearty tavern fare with just enough refinement for the discerning patron, best enjoyed with a touch of La Noscean lemon brightness on the side.

 Spinach, Asiago & Artichoke Dip 

A piping hot clay pot arrives at the table, its surface baked with a golden crust that gives way to a creamy centre of spinach, artichoke hearts, & melted asiago.The richness is lifted with a hint of Gridanian herbs, La Noscean lemon, & a touch of Coerthan sea salt, giving it a warm, grounded flavour reminiscent of Hearthlean comfort food found in quiet corners of the Black Shroud.Served with soft, warm naan rounds brushed lightly with Thanalan olive oil & cracked pepper, perfect for tearing & dipping into the molten centre while it stays hot beneath the lanternlight.

 Nophica's Breadbasket 

Soft white rolls arrive warm from the oven, their tops lightly dusted with Coerthan sea salt & brushed with Thanalan olive oil for a gentle sheen. The crumb pulls apart easily, airy & tender, made for tearing & sharing at the table beneath low lanternlight & brass fittings.Served alongside is a crock of warm herbed butter infused with Gridanian herbs.Simple, comforting, & quietly elegant, it is the kind of tavern staple that anchors the table while stronger flavours & stronger drinks move through the room.

 Kraken's Gold Calamari 

Lightly battered squid rings arrive piled high in a brass-lined basket, fried to a delicate golden crisp & dusted with cracked pepper, sea salt, & Thavnairian spice.Served with wedges of sunset lemon & a smoky marinara for dipping, the dish carries the savoury warmth of Limsan dockside fare with just enough refinement for the hidden lounge crowd.Crisp, briny, & dangerously easy to share, it pairs naturally with strong drink, low lanternlight, & whispered conversation behind closed doors.

 Grub - Mains 


 Fowl Fatale 

Herb-roasted dodo breast arrives tender & golden, the skin kissed with Coerthan herbs & a hint of Thanalan olive oil, carved over a bed of creamy Gridanian-style polenta whipped smooth with rich dairy notes.The richness is lifted with a champagne cream reduction, subtly sweet & savoury, giving the dish an elegant glow beneath brass lanternlight.Finished with a touch of La Noscean sea salt & a scattering of fresh herbs, The Fowl Fatale balances comfort & refinement, a plated indulgence best enjoyed between sips & quiet conversation in the hush of the speakeasy.

 Submariner's Catch 

Seared Rhotano salmon arrives with a crisp, golden skin, its flesh tender & rich, finished with a citrus beurre blanc brightened with La Noscean lemon & a hint of Gridanian herbs.The sauce clings lightly, balancing the natural oils of the salmon with a refined coastal acidity reminiscent of Rhotano waters.Served alongside butter-glazed baby carrots kissed with Thanalan honey & a pinch of Coerthan sea salt, the dish carries a warm contrast of sweetness & savoury depth.

 The Ironclad Wellington 

Rich, savory ovim tenderloin layered with Black Shroud wild mushrooms and slow-simmered Gridanian herbs, wrapped in a golden, flaky puff pastry brushed with Thanalan butter & baked until crisp & sealed.The center remains tender & deeply flavorful, earthy with forest notes and grounded warmth beneath the crust.Served with a subtle reduction infused with La Noscean wine notes & a touch of black pepper, the dish balances indulgence and precision, like polished brass machinery running smooth beneath the hush of the speakeasy floor.

 Brass Lantern Beet Salad 

Thinly roasted Thanalan beets arrive chilled and jewel-toned, their earthy sweetness lifted with La Noscean lemon & a sharp citrus vinaigrette.Tossed with wild Gridanian herbs & a crack of Coerthan sea salt, each bite balances brightness & grounded forest depth beneath the glow of lanternlight.Finished with a drizzle of herb oil & a touch of cracked black pepper, the salad offers a crisp, refreshing counterpoint to the richer plates of the speakeasy, a quiet pause between stronger flavours & stronger drinks.

 Grub - Desserts 


 Airship Conservatory Tart 

A delicate pastry shell filled with bright La Noscean lemon curd, topped with candied citrus peel & a fine dusting of sugar like engine steam settling on polished brass.The sharp citrus cuts through the richness of the meal, offering a clean, luminous finish that feels lifted straight from a skybound galley garden drifting above the sea.Light, precise, & refreshing, it is a dessert best enjoyed as conversation softens and the room hums with quiet deals.

 Black Shroud Lantern Cake 

A warm spiced honey cake made with Gridanian honey, its crumb soft and fragrant with forest warmth & subtle spice.Glazed lightly so it catches the lanternlight, it feels like something pulled from a hidden woodland kitchen tucked behind the Black Shroud canopy.Comforting & grounded, it carries a slow sweetness that lingers like whispered stories in the corner booths of the speakeasy.

 Coerthan Engine Torte 

A dense, decadent chocolate ganache torte with deep cocoa richness, finished with a touch of Coerthan sea salt to sharpen its edges.Dark, smooth, & indulgent, it arrives like a sealed engine component from Ishgardian workshops, precise & unyielding beneath its polished exterior.A berry reduction cuts through the richness, offering brief flashes of brightness akin to signal lights through fog and brass.

 Thanalan Orchard Afterlight 

A warm baked berry crisp using Thanalan fruit, bubbling beneath a golden crumble topping & served fresh from the oven.Sweet, tart, & slightly rustic, it feels like a dessert gathered from desert orchards at dusk, where heat lingers in the air even after the sun has gone.Simple, shareable, & grounding, it rounds out the meal like the final note of a jazz tune fading into brass and shadow.

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