3 Travel-Inspired Cocktails from Around the World

There’s something about sipping a great crafted cocktail that can transport you to another time and place.

A warm Irish coffee will forever take me back to my first night in Dublin at The Temple Bar, where music filled my soul and the fresh, hand-whipped cream atop my drink found its way to the tip of my nose. Sangria will now forever remind me of savoring every sip of my incredible drink, while sitting at a Taverna below the cliffs on the edge of the Adriatic Sea in Ammoudi Bay, Santorini.

There are so many cocktails associated with various places around the world that can easily be recreated at home, which is why I wanted to share three travel-inspired cocktails from some of my favorite trips around the world.

Ireland

The Dingle Spice

Of course I had to bring home an Irish Whiskey from from my Ireland road trip, and when the Irish liquor store owner hand picks Dingle’s limited-edition, 3rd small batch, triple-distilled single malt Irish whiskey for you…you buy it!

I wanted this travel-inspired cocktail to have fall vibes, since my Irish road trip was in the fall season, and Simply Bella’s Vanilla Apple Simple Syrup was the perfect addition of sweet and spice this drink needed! (I linked the cinnamon apple simple syrup since the vanilla apple was sold out, but any of those fall flavored simple syrups would pair well with this cocktail!)

Some of my favorite memories in Ireland were cozying up in a warm pub to escape the cold, while listening to live music and sipping on a Guinness or some Irish whiskey–and this cocktail is a recipe for nostalgia.

The Dingle Spice

• 1 oz Irish whiskey (I used Dingle’s Triple Distilled 3rd Batch Whiskey – which should also honestly just be drunk by itself!)
• 0.5 oz vanilla apple simple syrup (I recommend any of Simply Bella’s fall simple syrup flavors)
• 1 oz Campari
• 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
• Shake well (with ice) and serve over ice

SEE NEXT: The Ultimate 7-Day Ireland Road Trip Itinerary

Mexico

The Cabo Sunset

Brought back home with me from my recent trip to Cabo, this extra smooth (no burn!) tequila is the perfect addition to my Mexico travel-inspired cocktail!

One sip and I was transported back to those white sandy beaches, stunning luxury resorts and breathtaking multicolored sunsets.

My favorite sunset of the trip was admired from The Rooftop at The Cape Hotel–Cabo San Lucas’ only rooftop bar and lounge! Whether you’re staying at the hotel or not (but you totally should, as it’s a dream) be sure and make reservations at The Rooftop so you can experience it for yourself!

Offering stunning views of the ocean and the famous arch (El Arco), along with sweeping views of downtown Cabo San Lucas, it had me flashing back to rooftop dinners in Santorini, Greece with vastly similar views!

The Cabo Sunset

• 2 oz Tequila or Mezcal (I used Tequila Revolución Extra Añejo Cristalino)
• 0.5 oz Grand Marnier
• 0.5 oz lime juice
• 1 oz cucumber & jalapeño simple syrup (I swapped it from the carrot dill simple syrup I used, since that exact blend isn’t available anymore, but so many of Simply Bella’s syrups would compliment this cocktail!)

(Similar Tequila linked here)

Book your stay at The Cape (A Thompson Hotel), here!

New Orleans

The Saints 75 (with a twist)

The Saints 75 is Commander’s Palace’s spin on the classic French 75 cocktail, and one of my personal favorites! I fell in love with it the first time I ordered it at Commander’s famous Jazz Brunch, and now it’s my go-to drink whenever I dine there.

Since my soul will always miss living in New Orleans, I (of course) had to add this drink to my list of travel-inspired cocktails from around the world!

I spiced the recipe up a little bit by using Empress 1908 Gin’s beautiful, all natural indigo colored gin that is made from butterfly pea blossoms which gives it subtle, earthy notes.

The Saints 75

• 1 oz gin (I used Empress 1908 Gin)
• 1 oz St. Germain Elderflower liqueur
• 1 oz basil infused simple syrup (I recommend Simply Bella’s Basil Simple Syrup)
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• top with Champagne, Cava or or sparkling wine
• Garnish with a fresh basil leaf

SEE NEXT: The Perfect Itinerary for a Luxurious New Orleans Weekend Getaway

Thank you to Simply Bella’s Simple Syrups for gifting me these deliciously crafted flavored simple syrups and Dwell Well Experience for helping me concoct my travel inspired cocktails from around the world!

These cocktails were created at one of Dwell Well’s stunning properties in Kerrville, TX–the heart of Texas Hill Country! Looking for the perfect escape? Read about my experience, and book your stay here: A Luxurious Escape to the Heart of Texas Hill Country

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