While Bourbon Street might be pouring hurricanes at all hours of the day, that fruity rum drink isn’t the only beverage that celebrates the festivities. From channeling the flavors of iconic dessert to caffeinated infusions, there is a potent potable to satisfy any thirst.
New Orleans is a food and beverage mecca. From the bountiful seafood boil to a mound of powdered sugar covered beignets, people never leave the Big Easy hungry.
During the Mardi Gras season, cocktails are being poured all day long. While no one is suggesting anyone should over imbibe, enjoying a sip or two can get the spirit soaring.
Here are a few Mardi Gras cocktails to put on the must sip list.
Brittany's King Cake Punch
Rum cocktails are a staple during Mardi Gras season. At The Ritz-Carlton Davenport Lounge, the Brittany’s King Cake Punch is a touch sweet but a well-balanced rum focus cocktail. Just be a little cautious, BACARDÍ Añejo Cuatro does back a strong punch.
Frozen Hurricane
A hurricane is not only a Mardi Gras favorite, but a New Orleans staple. At Hot Tin Roof, this frozen option showcases the fruit flavors in a perfectly balanced way. Combining at passionfruit, lime, and pomegranate, the sweet and tart make the cocktail perfectly refreshing. With a touch of Angostura bitters, it will have people appreciating what a well-crafted hurricane should be.
Velvet Nightcap
While Maze might be known for its Chandelier Tower, the Velvet Nightcap is a great way to kiss goodnight to a memorable day. With similar notes to an espresso martini, the Bacardi rum, coffee liqueur, crème de cacao and amaretto is a touch sweet, but not cloying. The spice from the cinnamon syrup brings that spice to bring a touch of coziness. It is the perfect cocktail to end the night.
Uptown Jester
Sometimes a little playfulness keeps the party going all night long. This cocktail from Hungry Eyes is not a joking matter. Featuring elevated ingredients like Chinola mango liqueur, falernum, and orgeat, this libation impresses even the most discerning palates.
These Mardi Gras cocktails are just a few of the many options from popular spots in the Big Easy. Even though the beads might be swept away after Fat Tuesday, these celebrated locales will be shaking up the good times all year long.