Is there anything better than a fruity cocktail? If you know your Mojitos from your Martini’s and your Caiprinha’s from your Cosmopolitans you’ll want to know some of the best places to enjoy a perfectly mixed cocktail in Plymouth. Here’s ten of our favourites!

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The Refectory at Plymouth Gin Distillery

Black Friars Distillery has been the working home of Plymouth Gin since 1793. The Refectory, once a medieval hall where the Mayflower Pilgrims are reported to have stayed the night before sailing on the Mayflower, has been transformed into the ultimate place to enjoy a cocktail.

Bonne Sante, The Barbican 

Situated on the Barbican, Bonne Sante is a formal yet relaxed cafe, bar and restaurant that creates delicious yet healthy treats. Their cocktail menu includes classics like an Old Fashioned or Pina Colada, alongside twists on much-loved drinks, like the Rose Blossom Martini. All their drinks are made with 100% pure juices and purees, and they pride themselves on their high quality ingredients. Plus, with their healthy ethos, the cocktails are also crafted to be lower calorie! So sit back and enjoy a drink or two next to the open fire in their peaceful courtyard. 

Tigermilk, City Centre

Hidden away in Pilgrim House in the city centre is Tigermilk, which offers a welcoming drinking den for those wanting to escape the traditional drinking experience. Revel in its ambient setting with perfectly made cocktails, which a huge range to choose from.

The Treasury Lounge Bar and Restaurant, City Centre

Set in the former 19th Century converted city treasury building, The Treasury offers a bar with an extensive range of cocktail options, with over 35 cocktails on their menu, and bespoke options to choose from made with super premium spirits and hand made with fresh fruit. If gin is more your thing, you’ll be spoilt for choice with over 150 quality gins on offer too! Weekends are upbeat with funky dj’s and dancing! So if you’re looking for something special, book out a VIP area to enjoy with friends with queue jump privileges, free entry for you and your party at weekends and your own barman to wait on you!

Las Iguanas, City Centre

Las Iguanas is home to fresh and authentic South American food and cocktails, and features a bustling bar bursting with Happy Hour cocktails served all day every day!

The Bottling Plant, The Barbican

The Bottling Plant is a hidden gem, nestled on The Barbican's Southside Street. Enjoy a wide range of cocktails and mocktails, from Rum, Gin and Vodka to their own special cocktails.

Turtle Bay, City Centre

Turtle Bay is all about celebrating the lively, colourful, soulful and above all delicious experiences that the Caribbean has to offer, from rich and explosive flavours to relaxing and enjoying food, drink, conversation and laughter with friends. The cocktail menu is packed with Caribbean inspiration like the Rum Runner, Reggae Rum Punch and Side Chick Martini. If you’re a rum lover, don’t forget to check out their speciality Rum menu and tasting boards too.

Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill, Armada Way

On the top floor of the Crowne Plaza, with stunning sea views over the Hoe and over to Cornwall, Marco’s Steakhouse is a contemporary and glamourous restaurant with bar that offers fantastic service in a superb setting. Offering a wide ranging cocktail and mocktail menu, and a great selection of spirits, it’s the perfect place for a date night cocktail with a view.

Slug and Lettuce, City Centre

A popular place for after work drinks and weekend nights out, Slug and Lettuce is a great place to enjoy some perfectly mixed cocktails with friends. With a large outdoor seating area and plenty of space inside you’ll be spoilt for choice for a place to sit and peruse the menu. Cocktails on offer include the classics, mocktails and sharing cocktails perfect for groups, with two for one deals available at selected times too!

Custom House Plymouth, The Barbican

The Cellbar Bar at Custom House is in a unique location in the heart of the Barbican. The Cellar Bar has stunning architecture and a unique ambience, with an outstanding selection of gin, creative cocktails and a vast choice of wines.

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