Take a trip around the world to discover different cocktails made in glamorous destinations from Ibiza, the Maldives, Hawaii, and New York to Monaco. There are lots of libations to stir your wanderlust, so grab a glass and enjoy these delicious beverages, collected from experienced hands around the world.
Aiyanna, Ibiza
One of Ibiza’s trendiest restaurants on the island’s untouched northern side, Aiyanna Ibiza, offers captivating sunsets, idyllic beaches and a closer look at true Ibizan life. Located in Calo Nova Bay, Aiyanna is a discreet restaurant with an unassuming modern rustic vibe with splashes of colour, beautifully highlighting northern Ibiza’s natural surroundings.
This year Aiyanna’s cocktail menu is inspired by the fifth centenary of the first trip around the world. Paying tribute to this important milestone, Aiyanna has created an around the world themed list of delicious cocktails for guests to enjoy in the Ibizan sun.
The ‘Amazonia’ cocktail is inspired by the African part of the world trip, including flavours of mango, coconut and amaretto. Another cocktail that can be found on Aiyanna’s menu is the ‘Hanami’ cocktail, which means ‘the pleasure of looking at a flower’ in Japanese, a nod to the Asian part of the trip. In addition, the menu features the winning horse of each year, the ‘Frida Kahlo’ cocktail, which represents freedom, rebellion and the artistic inspiration that is also representative of Aiyanna.
How to make The Amazonia
Add ice to a blender and then add the following ingredients:
5 cl. of cahaça
3 cl. coconut milk
2 cl. lemon juice
3 cl. amaretto liqueur
10 cl. mango juice
Blend well and serve in a glass with fruit to decorate and finish with cocoa powder on top.
Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo, Monaco
Amidst the yachts and glimmering hotels of this principality is the perfect place to unwind with a cocktail. And within this glamorous Lartisien hotel, designed by Jacques Garcia and Karl Lagerfeld, you’ll find the Lobby bar where you can sip on La Vie en Rose, as you truly sample the good life.
How to make La Vie en Rose
Mix the following ingredients together and enjoy:
20ml Saint Germain
10ml rose syrup
Candied rose petal
140ml champagne
The Standard Huruvahli, Maldives
Where better than the Maldives, with its tropical lagoons and swaying palm trees and air perfumed by coconut, to enjoy an exotic beverage? The Standard Huruvahli in Raa Atoll is a luxury five-star resort with mesmerising turquoise lagoons and dreamy white sands. At the resort, you’ll find seven restaurants and bars with their own unique menus.
Todis Bar serves up fresh cocktails in a relaxing and playful setting, Beru Bar offers classic cocktails with a local twist, Guduguda highlights authentic Maldivian tastes, BBQ Shak features innovative cocktails and spirits on the beach, and Tonic Bar and Pool focuses on healthy elixirs and wellness-inspired drinks. The bartender Nalin Praboda’s signature cocktail is the Finlashi.
How to make the Finlashi
Mix the following ingredients in a blender and enjoy:
30 ml grapefruit juice
5g brown sugar
6pcs fresh curry leaves
40ml white rum
Coconut water to finish
Turtle Bay Resort Oʻahu, Hawaii
Turtle Bay in Hawaii is on the Hawaiian island of O’ahu which means ‘to gather’. You’ll love spending time with friends enjoying this delicious cocktail which is unique to this five-star hotel. Served in a beautiful hand-crafted vessel ‘Don’t Touch The Turtles’ features Absolut Elyx Vodka and the uniquely Hawaiian flavours of lilikoi and citrus. Meant for slow sipping by the beachside, this effervescent cocktail serves two and is the perfect way to add a touch of tropical glam to any occasion.
How to make Don’t Touch The Turtles
1.5 oz Absolut Elyx Vodka
.75 oz Lilikoi puree
.5 oz Simple syrup
Splash of prosecco
2 half-wheel orange slices
6 mint leaves
Glassware: Absolut Elyx Copper Tortoise vessel
Garnish: Orange slices, mint leaves
Method: Combine mint, orange slices, and simple syrup in a shaker and muddle. Add Absolut Elyx, lilikoi puree and ice and shake. Strain over fresh ice into the copper tortoise vessel, then top with a splash of prosecco.
The Manhattan Club, New York
Where better than The Manhattan Club than to enjoy the famous drink that is its namesake? Minutes from Times Square, Central Park and the theatre district is a hotel which prides itself on luxury as you gaze over the skyline.
How to make the Manhattan
Mix the following ingredients in a blender and enjoy:
2 oz American Rye Whiskey
5oz sweet Vermouth
1-3 oz of bitters
2-3 ice cubes
Cherry or lemon peel to garnish
