Spring is in full swing in Charlotte and we couldn’t be happier. The nice weather has us itching to sit outside and sip on a tasty cocktail. Luckily, there are lots of spring cocktails around Charlotte to choose from — and we’ve rounded up all our favorites right here. Cheers!
Spritz Tower at Chapter 6
2151 Hawkins St
What’s better than one spring cocktail? How about an entire tower of them! A spritz is the perfect light, refreshing drink for the warmer weather, and Chapter 6 is offering a variety of these cocktails during brunch. Included in the tower is Strawberry Montenegro, Hibiscus Aperol, Lemon Zest Dolin Blanc, and Hugo flavors.
Creme Brulée Martini at Streetcar Bar + Bites
2135 Thrift Rd, #104
At Streetcar Bar + Bites you can drink your dessert with the creme brulée martini. This decadent drink is made with vanilla infused vodka, Frangelino, and creme anglaise. It even has a torched foam on top, for an exterior just like the real dessert.
Guilty Pleasures at Lincoln Street Kitchen & Cocktails
1320 S Church St, #400
Grab the girls and head to Lincoln Street Kitchen and Cocktails’ rooftop for gorgeous city views and delicious cocktails this spring. We love the Guilty Pleasure, made with house infused toasted pecan vodka, Licor 43, salted caramel, and espresso for a nightcap after a long work day.
Rhuberry Fields Forever at The Artisan’s Palate
1218 E 36th St, A
The spring menu at The Artisan’s Palate highlights the flavors of spring and showcases the fruits that are in season at local farms. The Rhuberry Fields Forever features Botanist gin, Zucca Rabarbaro, house-made strawberry basil shrub, strawberry cordial, egg white and rhubarb bitters. The restaurant gets their strawberries directly from Bush N’ Vine Farm in York, SC!
Lucky Julep at Reid’s Fine Foods
Multiple Locations
We’re obsessing over Reid’s Fine Foods entire new spring cocktail menu. The Lucky Julep is always shaken, never stirred, and definitely a fan favorite. But the SouthPark Silver Sprint and the Spring Cobbler are also great. You truly can’t go wrong with anything on this menu ~ Reid’s Specialty Spring Cocktails:
- Lucky Julep -Woodford Reserve Bourbon, homemade simple syrup, fresh mint – shaken, never stirred
- SouthPark Silver Sprint -Lunazul Blanco Tequila, fresh lime juice, muddled strawberries, club soda
- Spring Cobbler -Southern Star White Whiskey, Grand Marnier Cognac, fresh lime juice, blackberry preserves
- Morning Glory -Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Dry Curacao, Triple Sec, homemade basil syrup, fresh lime juice
- Bucky Doesn’t Drink-Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Cheerwine, fresh lime juice, cherry bitters
- Green Eyes -Hendrick’s Gin, jalapeno, cucumber, fresh lime juice, club soda – for a bright taste, try it with Rain Cucumber Vodka
- Sweet Tea Mule -Woodford Reserve Bourbon, unsweet tea, homemade simple syrup, fresh lime juice, ginger beer
- Watermelon Sangria -Rosé Provence, St. Elder Liqueur, Ca’ Del Doge Vivissimo, Prosecco, watermelon juice, fresh lime juice, fresh mint leaves
- Mocktails
- Jam Jar -Coconut water, blackberry jam, fresh lime juice, apple cider vinegar, muddled blackberries, club soda
- Strawberry Mint Cooler -Coconut water, white cranberry juice, fresh lime juice, mint leaves, muddled strawberries, club soda
- Fauxjito -Club soda, mint leaves, homemade simple syrup, fresh lime juice
Tackle Tommy Woo Woo at Humbug
2501 The Plaza, #1
Described by the cocktail bar as, “dessert in a glass” you can’t go wrong with the Tackle Tommy Woo Woo cocktail from the spring menu at Humbug. This drink is a strawberry cheesecake inspired milk punch with vodka, lemon, fresh strawberries, graham cracker, and cream cheese.
Summer in Paradise Sangria at Nuvole TwentyTwo
220 E Trade St, Suite 2200
You can’t beat the views from this uptown rooftop — especially when you have a delicious sangria in hand. The Summer in Paradise Sangria is made with raspberry, orange juice, lemon, Shaw and Smith Sauvignon Blanc, and topped with Prosecco, creating a drink that will transport you to a tropical oasis this spring.
Intergalactic Love Affair at Supperland
1212 The Plaza
The bar at Supperland describes their Intergalactic Love Affair cocktail as the, “prettiest vodka soda you’ll ever drink” and we can’t disagree! This beautiful, bright, spring cocktail is made with vodka, house made lemon oleo, super carbonated soda water, pea-flower infused gin and cucumber vodka, and topped with a strawberry orange rose ice cube. It’s almost too pretty to drink!
Sakura Hanami at Yunta
2201 South Blvd, Suite 130
Get excited about the spring season with Yunta’s Sakura Hanami cocktail. This fruity and refreshing cocktail is topped with cherry blossom strawberry gummies to really get you into the season!
Melon Smash at Saku Charlotte
123 E 5th St, Suite 100
Saku Charlotte is ushering back in watermelon season by debuting this spring cocktail called the Melon Smash. Made with gin, fresh watermelon, lime and Thai basil, this cocktail keeps it simple without sacrificing any of the delicious flavor.
The Mystery Machine at Dram & Draught
1220 S Tryon St, #300
Dram & Draught’s spring menu is full of delicious cocktails, but The Mystery Machine takes the cake for unique flavor. Made with coconut rum, matcha sesame milk, lemon, and raspberry this is a cocktail that is silky, earthy, and jammy. It’s a true must-try this spring season!
Run the Jewel at Merchant & Trade
303 S Church St
Spring means soccer season is in full swing, and what better way to support Charlotte FC than by sipping on a themed cocktail before a game at Merchant & Trade? This perfectly colored cocktail is made with Cuervo Tradicional Blanco, coconut, fresh lemon, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Crème de Violette, Curaçao, and fresh mint.
La Frente at Puerta
1961 E 7th St
La Frente is part of Puerta’s all-new cocktail menu that’s been released just in time for spring. It’s made with Mezcal Union, Averna Cynar, lime, pineapple, and agave giving it the perfect balance of sweet and smoky. If you want a mezcal cocktail this spring, Puerta is definitely the spot to visit.
Frozen Starburst Pink Lemonade at Hoppin’
1402 Winnifred St
Hoppin’ turned their frozen drink machine back on just in time for the warmer spring weather in Charlotte and one cocktail you can’t skip is the Frozen Starburst Pink Lemonade. This frozen cocktail is sweet, fruity, and refreshing.
Bell of the Hall at Billy Sunday
1115 N Brevard St, Unit 1
For those that like a little spice in their cocktail, the Bell of the Hall at Billy Sunday is a must-try this spring. This cocktail is made with Cachaça, rum, bell pepper, lemon, and hellfire bitters, so it really packs the heat. Plus, the cocktail bar states that it’s not just the flavors that make the drink unique, but also the use of fresh veggies.
Margarita Furiosa at Bar One Lounge
6815 Phillips Pl Ct
This pretty in pink cocktail from Bar One Lounge is the perfect springtime drink. It includes Don Julio tequila, cointreau, lime juice, lemon juice and strawberry syrup. To create this beauty, the bartenders shake the ingredients with ice, then strain them over muddled strawberries and jalapeños for extra flavor.
Maire Antoinette at Coquette
400 S Tryon St, #101
Coquette has a fantastic cocktail program, and their spring drinks are no exception. Try the Marie Antoinette next time you dine at this French restaurant in Uptown. It’s made with violet liqueur, lemon juice, Wheatley vodka, and Prosecco to get that beautiful pink color and delicious taste.
Neon Moon at Room Service
701 Keswick Ave #105
The Neon Moon cocktail has been an instant hit on Room Service’s newest cocktail menu. It’s made with Roku gin, salted melon syrup, honey, lemon, pink peppercorn and mint. Next time you’re in Camp North End area, pop by to try this drink.
Dutchess at Customshop
1601 Elizabeth Ave
Customshop is a Charlotte staple for great cocktails and food. This spring, try their Dutchess cocktail with Tito’s Vodka, St. Elizabeth All Spice Dram, lemon, pineapple, orgeat, honey, and nutmeg. The subtle sweet and fruity flavors make it perfect to drink during the warmer weather.
Elegantly Wasted at Dot Dot Dot
4237 Park Rd, Unit B
The name of this cocktail says it all! Get the Elegantly Wasted made with tequila blanco, Cappelletti, passionfruit, lemon, and champagne this spring at Dot Dot Dot, a speakeasy in Charlotte.
Airlie Road at Fahrenheit
222 S Caldwell St, 21st Floor
The spring cocktail menu at Fahrenheit is the real deal. We can’t get enough of the Airlie Road, a cocktail made with cucumber vodka, watermelon, cucumber, pineapple juice, lime juice, and finished with a cucumber ribbon.
Bonus: Jack Straw Mocktail at Restaurant Constance
2200 Thrift Rd
If you don’t drink alcohol, or are just looking for a spring mocktail to participate in the fun, look no further than the Jack Straw at Restaurant Constance. This mocktail gives all the vibes of spring, without any of the alcohol, and is made with kombucha, citrus, aromatics, and fresh strawberries from Harmony Ridge Farms.
Author’s Note: This article was written by Alex Maloney. You can find more of her Charlotte-related content on Instagram, @slicesandsushi.
