Barbados is more than just the sea, sun & sand. It’s also known for its unique tropical flavours. There are many bars on the South and West Coast of the island with some of the most amazing cocktail mixes. Here are five must-try sips to get you into the Bajan spirit.

 

1 Rum Punch

three glasses of rum punch on a table, two held in hands with a bottle of mount gay rum in the background.

Photo by Mount Gay Rum

As the birthplace of rum, no trip to Barbados is complete without sipping on a rum punch. It’s made with rum, lime juice, sugar, nutmeg, and bitters, and is the perfect drink to sip on while soaking up the sun on the beach.

2 Banks Beer

a bottle of Banks beer on the beach.

Banks Beer is the local beer of Barbados, and it’s a must-try for beer lovers. It’s a light and refreshing lager that pairs perfectly with the island’s seafood dishes.

3 Mauby

bottles of mauby syrup

Photo by Rose & Laflamme

This traditional Bajan drink is made by boiling the bark of the Mauby tree with spices like anise and cinnamon, then sweetened to balance its naturally bitter taste. It has a unique flavor that’s hard to describe. Locals either love it or hate it but it’s definitely worth trying.

4 Falernum

A bottle of falernum on the beach

Photo by TasteAtlas

Falernum is a syrupy liqueur with hints of ginger, lime, almond, and clove. It’s used in many Caribbean cocktails. You can sip it neat, mix it with rum, or use it to elevate your mixology game.

5 Fresh Coconut Water

a green coconut with it's top cut off. it has a white straw in it.

Photo by Grace Foods

Crack open a coconut and sip the good stuff straight from the shell. And yes, it tastes even better with a splash of local rum.

 

So there you have it, the top 5 drinks to order in Barbados. Make sure to try them all on your next trip to this beautiful island. Cheers!

 

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