Generous amounts of rum, rainbow-coloured fruits, tropical melodies and the smiling faces of servers - calling Barbados' bar scene lively would be an understatement. But if it's classic or creative Barbados cocktails you're looking for, you don't have to venture far from the luxury of your room.
We've scoured drinks menus from across the island to bring you some of our favourite Barbados cocktails which promise to quench your thirst in the Caribbean sunshine. These sensational Barbados cocktail recipes are the perfect way to wet your appetite as you wait for your next adventure on the island.
Barbados Punch
Ingredients: Spiced dark rum, triple sec, pineapple juice, orange and lime juice
Whether you're elegantly perched beachside, or savouring the panoramic view from The Palm Terrace, Fairmont Royal Pavilion has plenty of space to indulge your tastebuds with a refreshing Barbados cocktail. We highly recommend pairing your Barbados Punch with one of the fresh, delicious dishes from Executive Chef Kirk Kirton's exceptional menu.
Cobblers Cooler
Ingredients: Barbados Rum, Grenadine, fresh banana, orange and pineapple
Celebrated hotel Cobblers Cove knows exactly how to celebrate Bajan culture. Friday nights are filled with Calypso and Caribbean cuisine, while the Easy Sunday Barbecue serves up fresh seafood, mouthwatering desserts and the sound of a steel pan band along the sands - where could better for a Barbados cocktail or two?
Lonestar Sunset
Ingredients: Southern Comfort, kola tonic, cherry brandy, orange juice and Angostura bitters
Still one of Barbados' most renowned restaurants, favoured by celebrity clientele, The Lone Star Boutique Hotel & Restaurant transforms into a bustling hub every evening. This sophisticated setting has also introduced a new Barbados cocktail lounge, a dreamy spot for a sunset aperitif overlooking the white sands and glistening ocean waters.
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Tamarind by Elegant Hotels
The Green Flash
Ingredients: Malibu Coconut Rum, Mount Gay Eclipse, melon liquour, orange juice and pineapple juice, drizzled with blue curacao.
Award-winning restaurant Daphne's is conveniently set between The House by Elegant Hotels and Tamarind by Elegant Hotels, with a prime waterfront position along Paynes Bay beach. Ensure you ask for table by the beach when you book - there's nothing better than a soft sea breeze as you indulge in Italian fare and carefully crafted Barbados cocktails.
Golden Jubilee
Ingredients: Mount Gay Eclipse rum, Malibu rum, mango puree, mango juice, lemon wedge & golden cane sugar (for rim)
Served at Harold's Bar on the stunning Sandpiper's beachfront terrace, the Golden Jubilee cocktail is the perfect way to cool down on a hot day under the Bajan sun. Mixologists start by filling a cocktail shaker with ice before combining the two varieties of Caribbean rum with mango puree and mango juice. With golden cane sugar coating the rim of the glass, this is definitely one for guests with a sweet tooth.
Corn 'n' Oil
Ingredients: Mount Gay Rum, Velvet Falemum, 3 dashes of Agostura bitters, ice & lime wedge (to garnish)
This is more of a traditional Barbados cocktail which is served at various establishments across the island. Aged Barbados rum such as Mount Gay is paired with Velvet Falernum, a rum based liqueur infused with lime, almond, clove and sugarcane. Add 3 dashes of Angostura bitters, ice and a lime wedge to create a Barbados cocktail which is a favourite with the locals.