A Sip of Paradise: 10 Must-Try Cocktails in Puerto Vallarta & the Riviera Nayarit
11 Apr, 2025
Category: Culinary
Category: Culinary
Some drinks are simply essential when visiting the Riviera Nayarit. From refreshing beachfront sips to bold and smoky concoctions, we’re sharing our favorite must-try cocktails to elevate your experience in this tropical paradise, from Puerto Vallarta to Punta de Mita.
Signature Cocktails You Can’t Miss in the Riviera Nayarit
These expertly crafted drinks highlight the flavors of Mexico with premium spirits, fresh ingredients, and innovative twists. Explore the most unforgettable cocktails at these top spots in the region.
ParrotFish: Bold flavors and creative mixology
ParrotFish is a contemporary restaurant and cocktail bar known for its wild menu of Turn-On Elixirs, with locations in Puerto Vallarta’s Zona Romántica and in Punta de Mita. Here are a few of their standout creations:
MAYAHUEL
Mezcal Monte Lobos, coffee syrup, lime juice, pineapple juice, and ice
FONSINI
Infusion of sake, Campari, blackberry, blueberry, and Mancino Vermouth Rosso
PORN STAR MARTINI
Grey Goose, lemon juice, Aquafaba, passion fruit syrup with vanilla, and Chandon Brut
Mozzamare Beach Club: Drinks by the ocean
Located in Nuevo Vallarta, Mozzamare Beach Club offers a stunning setting with an infinity pool, golden sand beach, and an open-air restaurant. Their cocktail menu is just as impressive:
RIVIERA MULE
Mezcal, ginger, lemon, ginger ale, and basil
MEZCAL AL PASTOR
Mezcal, serrano pepper, cilantro, cucumber, and pineapple
Fonsini Cocktail Bar: A chic social hub
This stylish outdoor bar in Residence Plaza, Nuevo Vallarta, is perfect for socializing over expertly crafted drinks.
FONSINI
Infusion of sake, Campari, blackberry, blueberry, and Mancino Vermouth Rosso
BLACK SAMURAI
Ozeki dry sake, passion fruit syrup with vanilla, activated charcoal, lime juice, and pineapple juice
Nicksan: Japanese-Mexican fusion with a twist
Nicksan is a renowned Japanese-Mexican fusion restaurant at Residence Plaza in Nuevo Vallarta. Known for its colorful sushi creations, it also offers an exciting cocktail selection:
PINEAPPLE DARK & STORMY
Havana Club 7 Years, pineapple juice, light beer, chocolate bitters, lime juice, and simple syrup
PAGODA
Tequila plata Dragón de Catorce, yuzu, citrus oleo saccharum, hibiscus salt, and ice
Taormina: Warm Italian ambiance
An inviting Italian-Mediterranean restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, Taormina is known for its rich family recipes and delicious drinks, including a refreshing mocktail option:
BAMBINO MOCKTAIL
Runneght Essential Imitation Gin, Runneght Rosso, orange bitters
Start Planning Your Riviera Nayarit Mixology Adventure
Puerto Vallarta and the Riviera Nayarit offer an incredible variety of flavors and settings for cocktail lovers. Lounge at a stylish beach club, sip on innovative creations at a buzzing cocktail bar, or indulge in a full dining experience. Each drink tells a story of craftsmanship and creativity.
Make your next vacation even more memorable by visiting these top venues and experiencing their signature drinks firsthand. Gather your friends, reserve a table on their website, and let the mixologists surprise you with their expertly crafted creations.
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