Seasonal Sips: July’s Best Tropical Cocktails

Seasonal Sips: July’s Best Tropical Cocktails

Local bartenders share drink recipes that balance sun, humidity, and beachside bliss. What makes a perfect July cocktail in the tropics? A great July cocktail should be cooling, fruity, and easy to sip under the sun. The best drinks in Costa Rica during this time...

Pipas and Beyond: The Many Ways Costa Ricans Enjoy Coconut

Pipas and Beyond: The Many Ways Costa Ricans Enjoy Coconut

There’s nothing quite like the satisfying thwack of a machete splitting open a fresh green coconut under the warm Costa Rican sun. Locally known as pipa fría, fresh coconut water is more than just a refreshing drink—it’s an essential part of the culture, a natural...

Agua de Sapo: Costa Rica’s Refreshing Sugarcane & Ginger Drink

Agua de Sapo: Costa Rica’s Refreshing Sugarcane & Ginger Drink

[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Agua de Sapo, or "Toad Water," might sound like a questionable choice at first, but don’t let the name fool you! This traditional Costa Rican drink is...

The Rise of the Batanga: A Must-Try Cocktail for Sunny Days

The Rise of the Batanga: A Must-Try Cocktail for Sunny Days

[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text] The Batanga: The Next Big Summer Sensation   The quest for the perfect refreshing cocktail becomes paramount as the summer sun warms up the...

The Magical Mojito

The Magical Mojito

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]The mojito, a classic Cuban cocktail, is a refreshing and flavorful drink that has become a popular choice for parties and social gatherings. With its combination of sweet, sour and minty flavors, the mojito is a perfect...

Piña Colada (instead of Cocktails)

Piña Colada (instead of Cocktails)

The Pina Colada is one of the first things that comes to mind when people think of tropical drinks. Here in Costa Rica, it is made with native Pineapples that are very sweet. sit on the beach and enjoy the sunset with this lovely boat drink in your hands. You can even...