Top Bars With Tropical Drinks In Denver
In Denver, we worship spring and summer and there is absolutely no better way to celebrate fun in the sun than with a refreshing cocktail. Here is a good selection of Denver's local top bars with yummy tropical drinks. Cheers to patio season and Pina Coladas!
Bayou Bob's
1635 Glenarm Place
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 573-6828
www.bayoubobs.comLocated between the 16th Street Mall and 17th Street on Glenarm, patrons looking for some great Cajun fare to pair with delicious tropical drinks should stop into Bayou Bob's. Experience the Mile High City's take on the deep South with Bayou Bob's hurricane - undoubtedly the most popular drink here - made with a blend of tropical fruit juices and light and dark rum. The Louisiana lemonade, made with housemade lemonade, citrus vodka and a splash of cranberry is also recommended. Better yet, come during happy hour (Monday - Friday from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.; Saturday from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.) when these tropical drinks (and others) are just $4 a pop.
1635 Glenarm Place
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 573-6828
www.bayoubobs.comLocated between the 16th Street Mall and 17th Street on Glenarm, patrons looking for some great Cajun fare to pair with delicious tropical drinks should stop into Bayou Bob's. Experience the Mile High City's take on the deep South with Bayou Bob's hurricane - undoubtedly the most popular drink here - made with a blend of tropical fruit juices and light and dark rum. The Louisiana lemonade, made with housemade lemonade, citrus vodka and a splash of cranberry is also recommended. Better yet, come during happy hour (Monday - Friday from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.; Saturday from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.) when these tropical drinks (and others) are just $4 a pop.
Cuba Cuba Cafe & Bar
1173 Delaware St.
Denver, CO 80204
(303) 605-2822
http://www.cubacubadenver.comCuba Cuba is where you'll find Denver's best mojitos, served by the glass or pitcher. If you're with a bigger group, go for a few pitchers- it's really great deal and pours about four full glasses. Or during happy hour, Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. - 6:15 p.m., the mojitos are only $5 by the glass. Cuba Cuba's delicious mojitos are made with infused Bacardi Limon rum to bring out the exacting flavor of the mint, some simple syrup and club soda for just the right amount of carbonation and taste. Also on the happy hour menu are $4.50 Sangrias and $2 Tecates. Looking for something fuitier? Try the piñaso - a delicious cross between a margarita and a piña colada, or the Cuban paloma - white rum, tequila, grapefruit, lime, sugar and soda water.
1173 Delaware St.
Denver, CO 80204
(303) 605-2822
http://www.cubacubadenver.comCuba Cuba is where you'll find Denver's best mojitos, served by the glass or pitcher. If you're with a bigger group, go for a few pitchers- it's really great deal and pours about four full glasses. Or during happy hour, Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. - 6:15 p.m., the mojitos are only $5 by the glass. Cuba Cuba's delicious mojitos are made with infused Bacardi Limon rum to bring out the exacting flavor of the mint, some simple syrup and club soda for just the right amount of carbonation and taste. Also on the happy hour menu are $4.50 Sangrias and $2 Tecates. Looking for something fuitier? Try the piñaso - a delicious cross between a margarita and a piña colada, or the Cuban paloma - white rum, tequila, grapefruit, lime, sugar and soda water.
Adrift TIki Bar & Grill
218 S Broadway
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 778-8454
adriftbar.comEscape to a tropical paradise just off Alameda and Broadway by popping into Adrift when the mood for fruity rum drinks and open breezes strikes. The cocktail menu features Tiki Originals - Adrift's creative takes on tropical libations, Tiki Sweets - cocktails for those who love the sugary stuff, and Classics - for drinkers who love a good old fashioned or Cuba Libre. If you're with a larger party of friends, try out one of the group cocktails, made to be shared with friends. The Scorpion bowl features citrus fruits, "lots of Don Q Cristal Rum," brandy, orgeat and simple over crushed ice and topped with a flaming float of Cruzan 151.
218 S Broadway
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 778-8454
adriftbar.comEscape to a tropical paradise just off Alameda and Broadway by popping into Adrift when the mood for fruity rum drinks and open breezes strikes. The cocktail menu features Tiki Originals - Adrift's creative takes on tropical libations, Tiki Sweets - cocktails for those who love the sugary stuff, and Classics - for drinkers who love a good old fashioned or Cuba Libre. If you're with a larger party of friends, try out one of the group cocktails, made to be shared with friends. The Scorpion bowl features citrus fruits, "lots of Don Q Cristal Rum," brandy, orgeat and simple over crushed ice and topped with a flaming float of Cruzan 151.
Lola
1575 Boulder St.
Denver, CO 80211
(720) 570-8686
www.loladenver.comKnown for its imaginative drinks like Lola's Mexican Mimosa (beer, orange juice and tequila), and recognized as one of the "Top Five Places to Drink Tequila in North America", Lola's is a favorite Mexican restaurant and bar to see and be seen. Located in Denver's LoHi neighborhood, this popular happy hour spot is currently in high demand for its coveted patio seating and cocktails and tacos with guacamole made fresh table-side. Try the Paloma5 made with el charro blanco, fresca and grapefruit juice or the Sangria Rojo.
1575 Boulder St.
Denver, CO 80211
(720) 570-8686
www.loladenver.comKnown for its imaginative drinks like Lola's Mexican Mimosa (beer, orange juice and tequila), and recognized as one of the "Top Five Places to Drink Tequila in North America", Lola's is a favorite Mexican restaurant and bar to see and be seen. Located in Denver's LoHi neighborhood, this popular happy hour spot is currently in high demand for its coveted patio seating and cocktails and tacos with guacamole made fresh table-side. Try the Paloma5 made with el charro blanco, fresca and grapefruit juice or the Sangria Rojo.
Williams & Graham
3160 Tejon St.
Denver, CO 80211
(303) 997-8886
www.williamsandgraham.comNamed "Denver's Best Bar" by 5280 Magazine and "Best 50 Bars in the World" by Drinks International, Williams & Graham is a cocktail experience people are willing to wait in line for. If you are looking for a tropical drink, try the La Senorita Fresa made with Tequila Cabeza, Ancho Reyes, strawberries and lime. The bartenders have a great mixology reputation.
3160 Tejon St.
Denver, CO 80211
(303) 997-8886
www.williamsandgraham.comNamed "Denver's Best Bar" by 5280 Magazine and "Best 50 Bars in the World" by Drinks International, Williams & Graham is a cocktail experience people are willing to wait in line for. If you are looking for a tropical drink, try the La Senorita Fresa made with Tequila Cabeza, Ancho Reyes, strawberries and lime. The bartenders have a great mixology reputation.
16Mix
1550 Court Place
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 626-2582
www.sheratondenverdowntown.com/16-mixPiña colada lovers, look no further - 16Mix, located in the downtown Sheraton hotel, has the frozen pineapple-y goodness you're craving, with a kick. The bar's Piña Colada-Tini mixes Stoli Vanilla, Malibu Rum, pineapple juice and whipped cream into a delectable tropical treat. Other refreshing drinks include the Sunshine Day Dream, made with Malibu Citrus Rum, Triple Sec, mango and whipped cream and the cucumber mint martini. Enjoy your tropical drinks on 16Mix's open air patio that looks out onto the 16th Street Mall for some great people watching.
1550 Court Place
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 626-2582
www.sheratondenverdowntown.com/16-mixPiña colada lovers, look no further - 16Mix, located in the downtown Sheraton hotel, has the frozen pineapple-y goodness you're craving, with a kick. The bar's Piña Colada-Tini mixes Stoli Vanilla, Malibu Rum, pineapple juice and whipped cream into a delectable tropical treat. Other refreshing drinks include the Sunshine Day Dream, made with Malibu Citrus Rum, Triple Sec, mango and whipped cream and the cucumber mint martini. Enjoy your tropical drinks on 16Mix's open air patio that looks out onto the 16th Street Mall for some great people watching.
Lonza Dennis is the founder and creative director of First Class Fashionista, a lifestyle, beauty and fashion blog based in Denver, Colo. Lonza is a freelance writer with an expert understanding of the role social media plays in networking, business development and marketing.
