Are you looking for something new to tantalise your tastebuds?
It can be easy to settle yourself into the same cocktails you always get – be it the Pornstar Martini, a WooWoo or a Sex on the Beach.
However, if you’re thinking of changing up your palette for something a little bit more out there, look no further – York has a plethora of weird and wonderful cocktails.
Here are ten of the most unique drinks that York has to offer and the places you can get them.
10 unique cocktails to try in York
Terrys Twist: Impossible Wonderbar and Tea Rooms
One of their signature cocktails for £9.95, the Terry’s Twist incorporates York Gin flavoured with chocolate Orange, Dark chocolate liquor and creme de cacao for a creamy, fruity flavour that’s irresistible!
- 3 St. Helen’s Square, York YO1 8QN
- 01904 864410
- Website
Shed Seven: Evil Eye
Consisting of seven different rums, absinthe, grenadine, pineapple, lime and almond syrup, the Shed Seven is a deadly combination sure to knock any brave enough to drink it off their feet! For £10, it’s a great deal.
- 42 Stonegate, York YO1 8AS
- 01904 640002
- Website
Ancho Sour: Sotano
If you’re looking for a drink with a little more kick than usual, why not try an Ancho Sour? Served with Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur, this chilli infused spirit is sure to spice up your life, just for £9.95
- 1 Little Stonegate, York YO1 8AX
- 01904 620230
- Website
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It’s B@rbie B!tch!: Plush Cafe
A delicious vodka cocktail, with a punch of bubblegum. The rim of the glass is dusted with sweet raspberry sugar and a lollipop for good measure! If you’re wanting something sweet and sugary – and only costing £7.75, then this is the drink for you.
- 6 Stonegate, York YO1 8AS
- 07534 524167
- Website
Blank Canvas: Revolution Bar
This drink can be anything you want it to be. Revolution boasts a collection of house flavours, ranging from Birthday Cake to Giant Strawb or Fiery Chili. This flavour shot gets added to some Ketel One vodka and soda to create a personalised drink that just hits the spot. £9.50 for one – but £10 for two!
- Coney St, York YO1 9NA
- 01904 676054
- Website
Cherry Blossom Negroni: Sora
A Japanese take on the ever popular Negroni. With Roku gin and Sakura Vermouth, it’s a new way of enjoying an old classic. If you enjoy flavourful cocktails with unique presentations, then this is the cocktail for you. At £12, it’s a bit more expensive, but with the premium ingredients you get what you pay for.
- 2 Rougier St, York YO90 1UU
- 01904 946060
- Website
DumDum Lava: DumDum
If you’re looking for something hot, look no further than DumDum! A rum bar serving all things tropical, the Lava drink will most certainly heat up the evening, with tabasco, chilli syrup and Havana 3. For £10, it’s an easy way to put a little spice into your night.
- 37-39 Swinegate, York YO1 8AZ
- Website
The Botanist Pornstar: The Botanist
A twist on your typical Pornstar Martini. For £9.95, this variation contains pea shoot and rose cordial, giving it the signature Botanist floral flavour. Don’t forget to pour in your Prosecco shot as well!
- 15-19 Stonegate, York YO1 8ZW
- 01904 541177
- Website
Bee’s Knees: Fossgate Tap
If you’re a fan of honey and all things sweet, then you have to try this cocktail. Beefeater gin mixed with honey and lemon, it’s a cocktail sure to warm you from the inside and put a bit of zest into your day for £8.95.
- 54-56 Fossgate, York YO1 9TF
- 01904 625226
- Website
Sean Bean’s Yorkshire Garden: North South
Gin and elderflower liqueur come together to create a floral, fruity cocktail with hints of apple, lime and dry riesling. This is a summery drink that will brighten your day and lift your spirits in the process for £9.75.
- 25 Bootham, York YO30 7BW
- 01904 654088
- Website