Top Spots to Toast National Cocktail Day

National Cocktail Day arrives on Monday, March 24, 2025, offering the perfect opportunity to enjoy a refreshing beverage at a chic South Florida location. From elegant restaurants to hidden rooftop speakeasies and lush hotel bars, explore these destinations and raise a glass to unforgettable cocktails.

Casa Matilda
Embrace elegance at Casa Matilda with their captivating signature, the Matilda Bird. Served in a whimsical bird-shaped glass, this enchanting cocktail features Tanqueray gin, blue matcha, lemon, honey, and a delicate splash of prosecco. Nestled in South of Fifth, Casa Matilda’s Tulum-inspired ambiance and contemporary Mexican flavors set a refined yet inviting scene for your celebrations.

The Hotel Bar at The Diplomat Beach Resort
Rediscover sophistication at the reimagined Hotel Bar at The Diplomat Beach Resort, where lush tropical surroundings meet a thoughtfully curated new menu. With every Coral Reef Cooler—a delightful blend of Gray Whale Gin, locally sourced tangerine, and Fever-Tree Blood Orange Ginger Beer—you support ocean conservation. A portion of each sale is donated to Ocean Rescue Alliance International, allowing you to toast a worthy cause in exquisite style.

Salty Flame
Find excitement at Salty Flame on Brickell Avenue, where vibrant energy meets culinary creativity. Their signature Lucky Tsunami cocktail features Lobos 1707, Hypnotic, St. Germain, lime juice, simple syrup, fee foam, and a splash of blue curacao, creating a sensational wave of flavors. Salty Flame’s lively steakhouse atmosphere, infused with Asian-inspired flair, is the perfect setting for spirited indulgence.

Room 55 at Pelican Hotel
Discover intrigue at Room 55, Pelican Hotel’s exclusive rooftop speakeasy. Savor the Symphony in Black, a mesmerizing concoction of cardamom-infused Union Mezcal, house-made grapefruit cordial, fresh lime juice, grapefruit soda, and black lava garnish. Immerse yourself in the fusion of modern Miami Beach charm and timeless 1930s glamour—an unparalleled experience for discerning cocktail enthusiasts.

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