8 places to enjoy a drink in the sunshine ahead of World Cocktail Day

Fancy an ice cold drink in the sunshine this weekend?

We've got just the place to go!

Monday, May 13 is World Cocktail Day so we've put together a list of eight places in Wirral that serve great drinks.

World Cocktail Day is a global celebration of cocktails.

It marks the publication date of the first definition of a cocktail on May 13 in 1806.

The New York tabloid 'The Balance and Columbian Repository' defined a cocktail as "a stimulating liquor, composed of spirits of any kind, sugar, water and bitters".

It was written by editor Harry Croswell in response to a reader’s inquiry.

Whether it’s a cold mojito in the sunshine or a warming Old Fashioned in front of the fire - where should you go for a cocktail this weekend?

Do you prefer a pina colada or a margarita? Does a Long Island Iced Tea take your fancy or would you rather have an espresso martini?

Last summer, as part of our Best of 2023 competition, we wanted to know your favourite cocktail and where we can get one.

We shortlisted ten top cocktail places with Shaker Shaker, based in Wirral but serving the whole of the north west, taking the title.

EIGHT TOP PLACES FOR COCKTAILS:

Wild Inn

Wild Inn, Banks Road, West Kirby

With a new cocktail menu launched at the beginning of this month, there is certainly plenty of choice at this popular venue.

Mixed in with the premium cocktails and the classic drinks are Wild Inn’s very own ‘rocktails’.

One happy customer said: “Amazing creativity – check out their rocktails.

“Perfect flavours!”

For more details go to facebook.com/WildInnwestkirby

Shaker, Shaker

Shaker, Shaker, based in Wirral but serving the north west

This mobile bar can travel anywhere in the north west keeping partygoers happy with their cocktail creations.

They also provide a delivery service so you can create your favourite cocktails in your own home.

One nomination said: “This great little business serves the best cocktails.”

Another said: “This mobile bar really sets the tone for a great party – champagne and cocktails!”

For more details go to facebook.com/shakershakerbar/

Franklyn's Bar & Kitchen

Franklyn’s Bar & Kitchen, Heswall

This cocktail bar and restaurant based in Heswall has two for one deals on your favourite cocktails between 4pm and 9pm Wednesday to Saturday and all day Sunday until 9pm.

A happy cocktail drinker said: “Franklyn’s serves the best authentic cocktails.

“The staff know exactly how to make them and they’re super friendly.”

For more details go to facebook.com/franklyns.barkitchen

Broadway Steak & Wine

Broadway Steak & Wine, Broadway, Bebington

This venue does “the best cocktails” with customers saying they’re “not shy with the alcohol as you can actually taste it – not just the mixers”.

For more details go to facebook.com/Broadwayisthebest

Grand Ave

Grand Ave, Grange Road, West Kirby

This popular place made the shortlist for Wirral’s Best for Roast Dinner last week and is now in the running for the area’s Best for Cocktails.

According to one satisfied customer: “This venue never fails to impress on all levels.”

For more details go to facebook.com/GrandAveWestKirby

21st Amendment

21st Amendment, Hoylake

This is “without doubt” the best place to order a cocktail according to Wirral Globe readers.

The live music adds to the atmosphere and makes for a great night out.

For more details go to facebook.com/21stAmendmenthoylake

Blind Pig

Blind Pig, Telegraph Road, Heswall

One review on their Facebook page said: “I really enjoyed the cocktails here and it’s a lovely environment to sit and have a drink or two.”

Another said: “Some of the best cocktails I’ve had!”

For more details go to facebook.com/blindpigheswall

The Turkish BBQ

The Turkish BBQ, High Street, Bromborough

This is another venue that made last week’s shortlist for its roast dinner and is now hoping to take the cocktails crown.

With deals like two cocktails for £12, what’s not to like?

For more details go to facebook.com/TheTurkishBBQ