Savor sunshine in a glass with refreshing summer cocktails in Orlando.
Ready for an unforgettable summer getaway? Unwind in style with vibrant cocktails that evoke Orlando’s boundless sunshine, innovative thrills and late-night fun, including seasonal options near the theme parks and throughout our charming neighborhoods. From swanky new lounges and speakeasies to rooftop bars and beachside escapes, we’ve rounded up some of the best places to grab a refreshing cocktail for endless summer fun. So whether you’re park-hopping, exploring like a local or enjoying a well-deserved pool day, get ready to sip back, relax and soak up the summer of your dreams with these cool summer cocktails in Orlando.
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Summer Cocktails in Downtown Orlando & Beyond
AVA MediterrAegean
Seaside Mediterranean vibes are never far in Orlando. Just head to the MICHELIN Recommended AVA MediterrAegean in nearby Winter Park for sophisticated sips and more inspired by the Mediterranean and Cycladic Islands. Kick things off with the Cypress Sunset, an AVA classic comprised of vodka, strega, earl grey tea, strawberry and peach bitters for a sweet and tangy hit.
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The Courtesy
One of Orlando’s first dedicated cocktail bars, The Courtesy serves a rotating selection of signature cocktails from their new home in Winter Park. Sample a classic Tourist Season on the Rocks (whiskey, pineapple rum, smoked honey, vango, tobacco bitters) or try a seasonal summer blend like the Midsommar Trance (vodka, fennel, coconut, lime, mint, honey, Thai spice) paired with small plates from Bar Swine.
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Kaya
MICHELIN Recommended Kaya features fresh, Earth-friendly Filipino cuisine with an ever-changing menu, so you’re likely to find something new each time you dine. Order from the a la carte menu, unwind in the outdoor Banyan Bar, and sip a seasonal cocktail like the Otso Otso, which features cachaça, rosé vermouth, pandan, coconut water, Koshihikari rice milk, shio goji and poblano liqueur.
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Milkhouse
Part of The Milk District near downtown Orlando, Milkhouse is home to beloved local brands like Foxtail Coffee Co, Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream, Ravenous Pig Brewing Co, and Swine & Sons. You can usually find fun collaborations here throughout the year, including the signature Foxtail Espresso Martini made with Foxtail cold brew coffee, Kahlua and Absolut Vanilla Vodka. We’ve also seen beer floats crafted with Ravenous Pig beer and Kelly’s ice cream for a divine warm weather treat.
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The Nectar Room
Savor sophisticated French flavors by day at Garni Cafe, or visit the Lake Nona Wave Hotel Thursday – Saturday nights to see this colorful space transformed into The Nectar Room. In addition to live entertainment and small plates, the lounge features tableside mixology with ingredients like dragon fruit, starfruit, limoncello and orange blossom that are just ripe for late summer nights.
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Thrive Cocktail Lounge & Eatery
Thrive Cocktail Lounge & Eatery brings innovative small plates and cocktails to the heart of Orlando’s City District, and they’re open until midnight seven days a week. Try seasonal, Florida-inspired cocktails like the Alligator Bite, which combines mezcal, amaretto, agave, lime, milk, matcha and vanilla, for a one-of-a-kind sip. Or go for the Peel Out, which combines bourbon, banana liqueur, banana oleo saccharum, demerara syrup, orange bitters and tiki bitters.
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Mathers Social Gathering
Sip on lavender-honey bathtub gin, whiskey and more prohibition-inspired libations at Mathers Social Gathering, a speakeasy-style lounge in downtown Orlando. The building is over 130 years old, having survived the great fire of 1884, and you can drink to that with The Phoenix, a blend of tequila, jalapeño, mango and lime. Plus, enjoy live adult entertainment on select evenings and half-off house cocktails during their daily social hour. Mathers is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Noir
Newcomer Talay serves Thai-inspired seafood and cocktails with a fun coastal vibe near downtown Orlando. Enjoy sunshine and good vibes by day plus sultry sips after dark at their speakeasy, Noir. Here, you’ll find cheeky cocktails like the Forbidden Fruit (vodka, rose, lychee, lime) or Tree of Life (pandan-infused tequila, mezcal, coconut jasmine demerara syrup, chocolate), plus small plates for a fully stocked tropical Eden.
Otto’s High Dive
MICHELIN Bib Gourmand restaurant Otto’s High Dive serves mouthwatering Cuban food in The Milk District, and their founder Justin Levaughn also earned a MICHELIN Exceptional Cocktails award in 2024 — so you know whatever you’re drinking, it’s going to be good. Try the Guava Pastelito (rum, guava, mascarpone, vanilla, marzipan) or the coquito for authentic Cuban flavors with a fun Floridian twist.
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The Neighbors
Nestled on the second floor of East End Market, The Neighbors is about as local as it gets. Shop iconic Orlando vendors and grab a bite on the ground floor, then head upstairs to try summery cocktails and mocktails named after Orlando neighborhoods. They even have a drink named after the Audubon Park Garden District, where The Neighbors is located. You’ll find everything from yuzu gin and lychee to bourbon and rhubarb aperitivo for a tasty take on fresh summer flavors.
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Summer Sips Near Orlando Theme Parks & Attractions
Bar Helios
Pair epic sips with epic views at the all-new Bar Helios, a rooftop bar and lounge overlooking Universal Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort. Located on the top floor of the Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel, this stunning escape features celestial decor and drinks inspired by Greek mythology, such as the golden-hued Prometheus and the pomegranate-based The Night Goddess.
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You’ll find plenty more to enjoy inside Universal Epic Universe as well, like the stunning Northern Lights cocktail at Atlantic. This opalescent blend features vodka, limoncello, dry curacao, lemon juice and simple syrup, all poured over a deep purple butterfly pea blossom ice sphere and topped with shimmering gold luster dust.
The Boathouse
Cool off this summer with the Duck Duck Razz, an enduring summer classic from The Boathouse at Disney Springs®. It includes Skyy Raspberry Vodka, blue curacao, lemon juice and simple syrup, all topped with a little rubber ducky to fully set the scene. Enjoy this boozy blend with steak, seafood and scenic views, then take a retro-styled Amphicar out for a spin to explore Disney Springs from the water.
Epilogue
We can’t reveal what these cocktails are called, but we’ll give you a hint: You’ll find them inside Epilogue, a new speakeasy hidden inside the Four Seasons Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort. The intimate hideaway has a subtle library theme, and each drink is tied to a particular story about Florida’s literary icons or agricultural past. Learn the secrets behind these drinks and more during a two-hour tasting experience.
The Eye Restaurant Lounge
The Eye Restaurant Lounge on International Drive boasts a variety of captivating cocktails, including showstoppers like the Carmesi Rum. This fresh summer sip features dark rum, ginger, lemon, triple sec and berry jam, all served in a smoking vessel. Almost everything on the menu has a fun presentation, from drinks served in ceramic fish to a 24-karat gold-crusted tomahawk steak prepared tableside. The lounge also has dancers, hookah and a DJ for a high-energy night you won’t soon forget.
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Helena Modern Riviera
Savor bright summer sips from like the Riviera Spritz at Helena Modern Riviera, a breezy Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of ICON Park®. This effervescent cocktail pairs champagne with elderflower liquor, mint and lime for a classic summer drink. The Helena is another popular pick made with vodka, homemade sour mix, fresh basil, fresh raspberries, egg white and a picture-perfect green sugar rim.
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Hilton Orlando
Continue your summer fun at Hilton Orlando with all-new drinks inspired by Orlando’s newest theme park. FastBreak, Tropics and Bar Tela all feature different themed concoctions like the Midnight Fury, a fresh summer blend inspired by the energy of a dragon. It features tropical melon, pineapple, lime, vodka and agave with a fun color-changing element. The mocktail crew can also get in on the fun with color-changing Transfiguration Juice at FastBreak.
Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen
Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen at Disney Springs features a robust menu of house-infused moonshine, craft cocktails and more satisfying summer sips. If you’re visiting with a crew, try the Shine Flight to taste all five of the most popular moonshines on tap — that’s strawberry lemonade, rumshine punch, moonshine margarita, blue hooch, and sweet tea shine, if you’re curious.
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illume
Head up to illume on the top floor of the JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa near Walt Disney World® Resort for contemporary Japanese cuisine and creative cocktails with fireworks views. We love the Firebird, a delicate drink crafted with Suntory Haku vodka, Tozai sake, cantaloupe, green tea syrup and local ginger jam. If you’re looking for something a little bolder, try the Japanese Manhattan, enhanced with yuzu and plum wine.
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Palm Tree Club
You’ll find plenty of places to grab a drink at Pointe Orlando, but Palm Tree Club is especially noteworthy for its luxe beachside feel. Unwind on the patio with a Tropical Coconut Paradise, a divine concoction crafted with coconut rum, pineapple juice, coconut milk, lime and agave and served with a coconut cream popsicle. For even more coastal-inspired fun at Pointe Orlando, check out the all-new Shark Bar and The Hampton Social.
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Papaya Club
If you prefer to actually dig your toes into the sand, head to Papaya Club at Conrad Orlando for tropical sips in a beachside locale. Try the Frozen Papaya Club for rum, coconut, passionfruit and lime served in a fresh coconut, or keep it simple with mai tais, negronis and more vintage tiki classics. If you’re visiting with a larger group, don’t miss the Jet Pilot, an ultra-sharable blend of four distinct rums mixed with curacao, orgeat, lime and mint and served in a massive seashell.
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