CHEERS!
Fancy an ice cold drink in the sunshine this weekend?
We've got just the place to go!
Monday, May 13 is World Cocktail Day so we've put together a list of ten places in Warrington that serve great drinks.
World Cocktail Day is a global celebration of cocktails.
It marks the publication date of the first definition of a cocktail on May 13 in 1806.
The New York tabloid 'The Balance and Columbian Repository' defined a cocktail as "a stimulating liquor, composed of spirits of any kind, sugar, water and bitters".
It was written by editor Harry Croswell in response to a reader’s inquiry.
Whether it’s a cold mojito in the sunshine or a warming Old Fashioned in front of the fire - where should you go for a cocktail this weekend?
Do you prefer a pina colada or a margarita? Does a Long Island Iced Tea take your fancy or would you rather have an espresso martini?
Last summer, as part of our Best of 2023 competition, we wanted to know your favourite cocktail and where we can get one.
We shortlisted ten top cocktail places with Dead Eyes on Bridge Street taking the title.
TEN TOP PLACES FOR COCKTAILS:
Pink Leaf Cocktail Company
Pink Leaf Cocktail Company, Warrington Market
This popular new place is in Cookhouse on Warrington Market and is a Polynesian style cocktail bar.
Offering 22 cocktails – including 12 classics and 10 signatures – there is something for everyone.
For more details go to tiktok.com/@pinkleafcocktails
The Grill on the Square
The Grill on the Square, Palmyra Square North, Warrington
One happy customer said: “It’s the best in town without a shadow of a doubt.”
Another gave the Manhattan a huge thumbs up.
For more details go to facebook.com/TheGrillontheSquare
Dead Eyes Cocktail Bar
Dead Eyes Cocktail Bar, Bridge Street, Warrington
“The zombies are amazing” according to one nomination and they continued with “a winner every time”.
Another said: “Great staff, great cocktails and a great atmosphere.”
For more details go to facebook.com/deadeyesden
Vandal
Vandal, Palmyra Square South, Warrington
One nomination said: “Without a shadow of a doubt it’s Vandal and for those saying anything else you need to go and sample their cocktails!”
For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085363973430
The Palmyra
The Palmyra, Springfield Street, Warrington
Recommendations for this place say the cocktails are “the best in town” and they’re served all day, every day.
Another said: “Fantastic cocktails and great service.”
For more details go to facebook.com/thepalmyra
Emily's Bar
Emily’s Bar, Springfield Street, Warrington
Classic cocktails are two for £15 at Emily’s and are available Tuesday to Sunday from midday onwards.
One very satisfied customer said: “I’m a pina colada expert and it has to be Emily’s for me.
“The cocktails there are absolutely amazing.”
For more details go to instagram.com/emilys.bar
The Terrace Gin and Cigar Bar
The Terrace Gin and Cigar Bar, Palmyra Square South, Warrington
Is there a better place to enjoy a cold cocktail in the sunshine than The Terrace?
Or even a warming cocktail in front of the firepit?
One nomination simply said: “The Terrace is the best, surely?”
The signature pina coladas served in frozen pineapples are a must.
For more details go to facebook.com/TheTerraceGinandCigarBar
The Grand
The Grand, Bridge Street, Warrington
The cocktails are “amazing” at this town centre venue.
One happy customer said: “The drinks are the best I’ve ever tasted.
“What a beautiful venue with amazing staff.”
For more details go to facebook.com/TheGrandWarrington
The White Hart
The White Hart, Sankey Street, Warrington
These popular cocktails were so in demand during lockdown that they even did home deliveries and collections for customers.
For more details go to facebook.com/whitehartwarrington
Savannah 19 Cocktail Lounge
Savannagh 19 Cocktail Lounge, Common Lane, Culcheth
One review on their Facebook page said: “This is a lovely place to visit and there’s always a great atmosphere.
“Friendly staff and great cocktails too.”
Professional boxer and reality tv star Tommy Fury paid this popular place a visit last year.
For more details go to facebook.com/Savannah19Cocktails
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