The Mojito, was once known as an El Drake (late 16th C), named after Sir Francis Drake who was known as the “dragon” of the seas, and regarded as the ultimate Bad Ass to ever float on a piece of wood, possibly even walk on wood. He did a huge stint in Caribbean waters where mint was available especially in Cuba. They used to use the local aguardiente (fire water) as the base spirit, but when rum became the norm (c.a. 1650), the El Drake became the Mojito.

A wide range of frozen Daiquiris to cover any time of day. Try a pomegranate or Kiwi or stick to the Strawberry.

Often considered one of ‘the classics’, with several different stories laying claim to its creation, it is in fact pre-dated in written reference at least by a cocktail with the same recipe as the classic Margarita, but named the Picador and dating back to the 1930s. Even this may not be the true origins, for the idea of mixing spirit with citrus juice and sugar has been recorded as early as early as 1866.

A double Tequila served with honey soda and lime.

The Caipivodka (also known as Caipiroska, Caipiroshka or Caipirovka), in which vodka substitutes for cachaça

In 1867, in an effort to prevent scurvy, the Merchant Shipping Act ordered all ships of the British Royal Navy to carry stores of lime juice. Sailors added gin to make the lime more palatable and named the mixture after the corkscrew-like device used to open the barrels of juice.

Another from drinks legend Dick Bradsell who created this drink (once called “The Stimulant”) at the Pharmacy in 1990′s Notting Hill.

No need for words.

Made with Coconut milk, Baileys, Kaluha and Vodka. Shaken and served over ice.