Fitzwilliam Hotel
Signature cocktail: Dákiti
Fitzwilliam Hotel - seating was available, service was quick and staff were all lovely
The week in brief
38 Belfast bars and restaurants took part, and every one poured a signature cocktail made for the week. Rum was the most used spirit, in 9 of the signature cocktails. 35 venues also made a signature mocktail.
After the week we asked wristband holders which bars they loved most. Fitzwilliam Hotel, 2Taps Wine Bar and The Watson came out on top.
The most popular bars
Picked by wristband holders in our survey after the event.
2Taps Wine Bar
Signature cocktail: Margarita
2Taps, service and food was great
The Watson
Signature cocktail: Hannah Banana
The Watson, beautiful place and cocktail was my favourite
Muriel's Cafe Bar
Signature cocktail: Margarita
The Deer's Head
Signature cocktail: Pear Picking Porky
The Deers Head - favourite cocktail and cute little booth to sit and enjoy it in.
The best cocktails
The signature cocktails wristband holders named as their favourite.
- Guinness Chocolate CakeThe Morning StarGuinness Stout, Morning Star 1810 Whiskey, Cold Brew Coffee, Dark Chocolate, Fresh Cream
- Wee Jammy JoeyLiquor XXXBacardi Raspberry, Chambord, Vanilla Syrup, Coconut Syrup, Lime, Desiccated CoconutRaspberry Sugar Rim
- DákitiFitzwilliam HotelCoconut Tequila, Giffard Agave Syrup, Cream ofCoconut, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime, Coconut Flakes, Dehydrated Lime Wheel, Pineapple Leaf
- Hannah BananaThe WatsonHavana 3Yo, Creme de Banane, Sugar Syrup, Oat Milk
- Pear Picking PorkyThe Deer's HeadVanilla Smirnoff, Pear Syrup, Lime Juice, Apple Juice
- Margarita2Taps Wine BarEl Jimador Tequila, Triple-Sec, Lime, Choice of: Classic/Spicy/Coconut
What people said
Tipsy bird had a great cocktail, excellent customer service and the beer garden was epic in the sunshine
It really brought a buzz to Belfast, lovely atmosphere.
I think it’s fair to say we will be making it an annual affair!!!!
Had a great night out!
Crimson Lounge, great service, atmosphere was lovely.
The Foundry.. the cocktail was delicious and the atmosphere was nice
In the press
Where Belfast Cocktail Week April 2026 was featured.
- Belfast Cocktail Week arrives this AprilVisit Belfast
The full line-up
All 38 bars and restaurants in Belfast Cocktail Week April 2026, with the signature cocktail each one made for the week.
2Taps Wine Bar
MargaritaEl Jimador Tequila, Triple-Sec, Lime, Choice of: Classic/Spicy/Coconut
Mocktail: 0% Frenchie
39 Gordon Street
Yuzu & Peach MargaritaJose Tradicional Silver, Crème de Pêche, Peach, Yuzu, Lemon, Grapefruit Slice, Rosemary Sprig
Mocktail: Peach & Yuzu NA Marg
Ben Madigans Bar & Kitchen
Passion For RumHavana 3 Rum, Passionfruit Syrup, Pineapple, Lime, Mango
Mocktail: Strawberry Kiss
CAVE
Mocktail: Siskin Finch
Char + Mash
Titanic TwistMalibu Coconut Rum Liquor, Lime Juice, MangoSyrup, Pineapple Juice, Orange Bitters
Mocktail: Non-Alcoholic Titanic Twist
Common Market
Float Your BoatBoatyard Gin, Regal Rogue Bold Red, Elderflower, Raspberry Puree, Apple Juice, Lime Juice, Mint, Raspberry
Mocktail: Non-Alc Float Your Boat
Crimson Cocktail Lounge
Brûlée BloomBeefeater Pink Gin, Disaronno, Lemon Juice, Pomegranate Syrup, Raspberry Syrup, Egg whites
Fitzwilliam Hotel
DákitiCoconut Tequila, Giffard Agave Syrup, Cream ofCoconut, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime, Coconut Flakes, Dehydrated Lime Wheel, Pineapple Leaf
Mocktail: Creamy Colada
Halt Weavers Cross
Elderbush SpritzBlackbush, Elderflower Liqueur, Lime Juice, Sparkling Apple
Mocktail: Eldergrey Spritz
Happy's
Haymarket
Berry FizzBoatyard Sloe Gin, Orgeat Syrup, Berry, Lemonade, Lemon
Mocktail: 0% Sunrise Cooler
Home Restaurant
Blush MartiniStrawberry & Elderflower Gin, Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto, Poppy Liqueur, Egg Whites, Sugar Syrup, Dehydrated Petals
Mocktail: Rhubarb Bloom
Liquid Club & Lava Lounge
The Liquid LadyVanilla Vodka, Raspberry Vodka, Pineapple, Cranberry
Mocktail: Liquid Lover
Liquor XXX
Wee Jammy JoeyBacardi Raspberry, Chambord, Vanilla Syrup, Coconut Syrup, Lime, Desiccated CoconutRaspberry Sugar Rim
Mocktail: Jammyish Joey
Malmaison
McConnell's Distillery Bar
McConnell’s Dunbar Street SourMcConnell’s 5-Year-Old Signature Release IrishWhisky, Lemon Juice, Elderflower Liqueur, Sugar Syrup, Aquafaba
Mocktail: The Peachy Tea
Muriel's Cafe Bar
MargaritaCazcabel Tequila, Triple Sec, Lime Juice, Sugar Syrup
Mocktail: Alcohol Free Bramble
No.4 Bar
The No.4 GardenBeefeater London Gin, Lemon Juice, Elderflower, Pineapple Juice
Mocktail: Non-Alc The No.4 Garden
Novelli at AC Hotel By Marriott
Citrus QuaysGinato Pomelo, Grey Goose Poire, Lemon Juice, Orange Bitters & Marmalade
Mocktail: Berry by the Quays
Revolucion de Cuba
El ViajeroAppleton Estate Signature Rum, Appleton Estate 8year Old Rum, Lime Juice, Mango Juice, Orgeat Angostura Bitters
Mocktail: Non-Alc El Viajero
Rita's
Lychee MirageKetel One Vodka, Lychee Liqueur, Coconut Syrup, Fresh Lemon Juice, 3 Cents Soda
Mocktail: Non-Alc Lychee Mirage
Seatons of Sailortown
Spring Time SpritzAperol, Prosecco, Sparkling Mango, Lemon, Orange Bitters
Mocktail: Dockside Rush
Sweet Afton
My Fair MaidenHendrick’s Gin, St Germain, Cucumber Syrup, Black Pepper Tincture, Fresh Lemon Juice, Cucumber Peel
Mocktail: Non-Alc My Fair Maiden
The Bowery
Il TropicanaJose Cuervo Silver Tequila, Banana Liqueur, Grenadine, Lime, Pineapple
Mocktail: Il Tropicana 0%
The Chester
Venus FlytrapCopeland Rum, Midori, Apricot Liqueur, Lime Juice, Pineapple Juice, Sugar Syrup, Grenadine
Mocktail: Venus Flytrap N/A
The Deer's Head
Pear Picking PorkyVanilla Smirnoff, Pear Syrup, Lime Juice, Apple Juice
Mocktail: Non-Alc Pear Picking Porky
The Errigle Inn
Tequila PunchPassoa, Olmeca Tequila, Passionfruit Puree, Raspberry Puree, Pineapple Juice, Sugar Syrup
Mocktail: Non-Alc Tropical Punch
The Foundry
Coconut & Mango MargaritaCoconut Tequila, Triple Sec, Lime Juice, Mango Puree, Coconut Syrup
Mocktail: Non-Alc Pearfectini
The Lounge at Haymarket
Emerald ElixirMidori, Blue Curacao, Lemon Juice, Sugar Syrup, Lemonade
Mocktail: 0% Bramble
The Morning Star
Guinness Chocolate CakeGuinness Stout, Morning Star 1810 Whiskey, Cold Brew Coffee, Dark Chocolate, Fresh Cream
Mocktail: Chocolate Cake
The Perch Rooftop Bar
Sunshine SpritzAU Peach Vodka, Sarti Liqueur, Mango Syrup, Prosecco, Grapefruit Soda
Mocktail: Non-Alc Sunshine Spritz
The Points
Currant AffairsJameson, Lemon Juice, Blackcurrant Juice withGuinness Top
Mocktail: Currant Affairs AF
The River Rooms
The MaskRum or Vodka, Midori, Lemon Juice, Pineapple, Sugar Syrup
Mocktail: Non-Alc The Mask
The Spaniard
MargaritaCazcabel Tequila, Triple Sec, Lime Juice, Sugar Syrup
Mocktail: Alcohol Free Bramble
The Stock Exchange
Sarti SpritzerSarti, Mango Syrup, Prosecco, Grapefruit Soda, Lemon
Mocktail: 0% Mango Spritz
The Watson
Hannah BananaHavana 3Yo, Creme de Banane, Sugar Syrup, Oat Milk
Mocktail: Bananarama
Three Sheets
Key Lime PiePlantation Dark Rum, Apple, Ginger Syrup, Cinnamon, Lemon & Lime Oleo, Malic, Toasted Lime Meringue
Mocktail: Non-Alc Key Lime Pie
Tipsy Bird
Mocktail: Blushin Bird
The line-up as it was during Belfast Cocktail Week April 2026. Menus and venues change, so check with each venue before you go.
Good to know
When was Belfast Cocktail Week April 2026?
Belfast Cocktail Week April 2026 ran from 17 to 26 April 2026.
How many bars took part in Belfast Cocktail Week April 2026?
38 bars and restaurants took part, each with its own signature cocktail. The full line-up is on this page.
What were the most popular bars at Belfast Cocktail Week April 2026?
In our survey after the event, wristband holders picked Fitzwilliam Hotel, 2Taps Wine Bar and The Watson as their favourites.
What was the best cocktail at Belfast Cocktail Week April 2026?
The favourite signature cocktails were Guinness Chocolate Cake at The Morning Star, Wee Jammy Joey at Liquor XXX and Dákiti at Fitzwilliam Hotel.
When is the next Belfast Cocktail Week?
Dates, venues and wristbands for the next Belfast Cocktail Week are on the Belfast Cocktail Week page at cocktailweek.com/belfast.