Top 10 Cocktails that are a Must-Try in Grand Rapids, Michigan

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1) MDRD

Relish in the Spanish-infused Mercado Margarita, which is made with guajillo-pepper-infused mezcal, watermelon shrub, lime, and cava.

2) House of Wine

Cool off from the summer heat with a Frosé which consists of a blend of French Rosé Apertiff, California Rosé, fresh strawberries, simple syrup, and fresh lemon juice.

3) One Twenty-Three Tavern

Savor the One Twenty-Three Old Fashion Signature that is made with Yellowstone Select Bourbon, brown sugar simple syrup, orange bitters, and topped with a candied black cherry and orange peel.

4) Zivio

Remember your childhood with the Zivio’s Popsicle Sangria cocktail, made with Red Sangria or Rose Sangria and topped with fruit and an orange peel.

5) Donkey Taqueria

Looking for a drink that’s both spicy and sweet to take home? Try Donkey’s Prickly Pear Margarita.

6) Reserve

The Aperol Spritz is a spring delectable, low-calorie, take-home option. The Aperol Spritz is made with Aperol, sparkling wine, soda, and lemon.

7) Noco Provisions

The Revolver is a new signature cocktail that is being offered to-go at Noco. This carefully crafted cocktail is mixed with Rowster cold brew, Basil Hayden’s rye bourbon, Kahlua, and orange bitters, all topped with cinnamon.

8) Max’s Southside Hideaway

If you’re looking to bring paradise home, this is the cocktail for you. Max’s Southside Hideaway offers an array of tropical drinks. One of Hideaway’s signatures is the Blue Hawaiian, available in a pitcher or single-serve. It has flavors of pineapple, lemon, vodka, house coconut cream, and blue mix.

9) One Bourbon

Looking to make your own cocktail at home and just need the bourbon? One Bourbon has a wide selection of take-home kits featuring your choice of bourbon.

10) Margaux

This is a bonus, because it’s not featured on the cocktail list, but it is sooooo good. The Espresso Martini is so yum. It makes for a great dessert cocktail or an coffee-infused pick-me-up.

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