The Tampa Bay area is no stranger to a great cocktail. All throughout the city, great bars and restaurants tout a variety of signature cocktails to call their own. From fruity frozen drinks to complex mixers, classic bar drinks, and more, great cocktails abound in Tampa. Here are our picks for some of the best cocktails in Tampa.
The Mojito at the Columbia Restaurant - This classic Spanish drink is crafted with a unique mix of Don Casimiro Classic Silver Rum, hierbabuena (mint), and fresh lime juice crafted right at your table. If you're looking for a refreshing drink after a long day, it's hard to go wrong with this classic cocktail at the Columbia Restaurant.
The Famous Margarita at Green Iguana - They don't call it famous for no reason. Green Iguana's Famous Margarita packs a punch like no other with a palate-pleasing mix of Margaritaville Sauza Gold tequila, Patron Citronage, fresh lemonade, and beer to make for a deliciously green drink served on the rocks in a two fisted goblet.
Call a Cab at Wet Willie's - Be warned, the Call a Cab is a delicious, but deceptively strong drink served up at this frozen drink haven in Channelside. If the name doesn't say it all, the ingredient list will give you a good idea of the power of this potent, frozen cocktail. This punch-flavored treat packs the punch of grain alcohol and light rum.
The Rack-o-Politan at The Rack - This namesake drink at The Rack is an inventive take on the Cosmopolitan combining a delectable assortment of ingredients including Grey Goose Le Citron vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and a splash of lime juice. Great for kicking back and relaxing after a long day.
PowerHouse at Martini Republic - This Downtown Tampa bar knows its way around the art of mixology and the great drinks it yields. Alongside an assortment of other signature martinis, the PowerHouse touts a potent combination of blackberry vodka, cointreau, Pama pomegranate liquor, and cranberry juice that'll keep you coming back for more.
