Castle & Cove Bar
Signature cocktail: The Stavros
Castle and cove. Chilled atmosphere. Loved the modern vibe
The week in brief
26 Derry bars and restaurants took part, and every one poured a signature cocktail made for the week. Rum was the most used spirit, in 8 of the signature cocktails. 23 venues also made a signature mocktail.
After the week we asked wristband holders which bars they loved most. Castle & Cove Bar, Guildhall Taphouse and Kaboodle came out on top.
The most popular bars
Picked by wristband holders in our survey after the event.
Guildhall Taphouse
Signature cocktail: Summer's Breeze
Kaboodle
Signature cocktail: Disco Inferno
Kaboodle. The drinks were amazing and the staff are always lovely
The best cocktails
The signature cocktails wristband holders named as their favourite.
- The StavrosCastle & Cove BarSt Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Valdo Sparkling Rose, Schweppes Soda
- Summer's BreezeGuildhall TaphouseDead Man's Fingers Mango Rum, Passoa, Sugar Syrup, Strawberry Liqueur, Apple Juice, Lemon Juice, Pineapple Juice
- Rhubarb Kola BreezeThe Gate BistroJawbox Rhubarb & Ginger Gin, Rhubarb Purée, Piranha Kola Schnapps, Sugar Cane Syrup, Cranberry Juice, Lemon Juice, Egg White
- Spicy Chilli MargaritaMokshGhost Tequila, Fresh Lime Juice, Gomme Syrup, Cointreau, Ice Cubes, Lime Wheel, Salt Rim
What people said
Bentley bar it was really active with life and the drink was unreal
Grand Central liked the atmosphere
The blackbird, we were able to get food and there was live music.
Castle & Cove, lovely relaxed atmosphere and staff members knowledgeable about Derry.
The full line-up
All 26 bars and restaurants in Derry Cocktail Week 2026, with the signature cocktail each one made for the week.
Anchor Bar
38 Ferryquay Street, Derry, BT48 6JB
The AnchorROOH Vodka, Cointreau, Cranberry Juice, Fresh Lime Juice, Orange Twist
Mocktail: The Maiden Mojito vegan
Blackbird
24 Foyle Street, Derry, BT48 6AL
Mango ColadaKoko Kanu Coconut Rum, Mango Liqueur, Mango Juice, Cream of Coconut, Lime Juice
Mocktail: Virgin Mango Colada vegan
Castle & Cove Bar
10 Magazine Street, Derry, BT48 6HJ
The StavrosSt Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Valdo Sparkling Rose, Schweppes Soda
Mocktail: The Stravnos vegan
City Hotel
Queens Quay, Derry, BT48 7AS
The Foyle BreezeBlue Curaçao, Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Lemon Juice, Lime Juice, White Lemonade
Mocktail: Derry City Sunset vegan
Clipper Quay Street Food Market
100-114 Strand Road, Derry, BT47 7NR
Jawbox Pineapple CollinsJawbox Pineapple and Ginger, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, White Lemonade
Mocktail: Tropical Collins vegan
Da Vinci's Hotel
15 Culmore Rd, Derry, BT48 8JB
Dark & Da VinciKraken Rum, Fresh Lime, Football Special Reduction, Ginger Beer, Bitters
Mocktail: Not So Dark & Vinci vegan
El Tapas Grá
7 Waterloo Place, Derry, BT48 6BT
Spiked TeaGordon's Gin, House Infused Tea, Lemon Juice, Mint
Mocktail: The Brew vegan
Fitzroy's Bistro
2-4 Bridge Street, Derry, BT48 6JZ
Peach DelightRhubarb and Ginger Gin, Peach Schnapps, Strawberry Liqueur, Pineapple Juice, Strawberry Puree
Mocktail: 0.0 Bramble vegan
Guildhall Taphouse
4 Custom House St, Derry, BT48 6AA
Summer's BreezeDead Man's Fingers Mango Rum, Passoa, Sugar Syrup, Strawberry Liqueur, Apple Juice, Lemon Juice, Pineapple Juice
Mocktail: Blush Breeze vegan
Jack's Bar
13 Little James St, Derry, BT48 7FB
Jack's SpritzPink Gin, Absolut Raspberry Vodka, Sprite
Mocktail: Jack's Strawberry Daiquiri vegan
Kaboodle
31-35 Strand Road, Derry, BT47 7BL
Disco InfernoMalibu, Peach Schnapps, Passionfruit Puree, Pineapple Juice
Mocktail: Disco Inferno 0% vegan
Link 47
Unit 21, Crescent Link Retail Park, Derry, BT47 6SA
DrumstickAbsolut Vanilla Vodka, Absolut Raspberri Vodka, Raspberry Puree, Vanilla Syrup, Lime Juice, Cranberry Juice, Egg White
Mocktail: Drumstick
Martha's Vineyard
Brunswick Lane, Pennyburn Industrial Estate, Derry, BT48 0LU
Frozen Coconut MargaritaCazcabel Coconut Tequila, Cointreau, Lime Juice, Coconut Puree, Ice
Mocktail: Passionfruit Nojito vegan
Moksh
162 Spencer Road, Derry, BT47 6AH
Spicy Chilli MargaritaGhost Tequila, Fresh Lime Juice, Gomme Syrup, Cointreau, Ice Cubes, Lime Wheel, Salt Rim
Mocktail: Virginia Mojito vegan
Quaywest Wine Bar and Restaurant
28 Boating Club Lane, Derry, BT48 7QB
Amelia EarhartGordon's Gin, Passoa, Passion Fruit Puree, Bitters, Passion Fruit Syrup, Orange Juice, Orgeat Syrup, Velvet Falernum Liqueur, Lime Juice
Mocktail: Amelia on Air vegan
Stitch & Weave
Ebrington Sq, Londonderry, BT47 6FA
Stitch's SpecialGin, Orgeat Syrup, Grenadine, Lime Juice Syrup, Limoncello, Green Apple Syrup
Mocktail: Stitch's 0.0 vegan
The Bentley Bar
1-3 Market Street, Derry, BT48 6EF
Berry Burst DaiquiriBacardi, Strawberry Liqueur, Chambord, Strawberry Puree, Raspberry Syrup, Blueberry Puree
The Ebrington Hotel (Corner House Bar)
69-72 Ebrington Square, Derry, BT47 6FA
Banana & Pear SpritzMalibu, Prosecco, Banana, Pear Syrup, Lemonade
Mocktail: Berry Fizz vegan
The Embankment Bar & Grill
57 Ebrington Square, Ebrington, Derry
Golden OrchardBacardí Rum, Apple Purée, Pear Purée, Sugar Syrup
Mocktail: Emerald Orchard vegan
The Gate Bistro
36 Ferryquay St, Derry, BT48 6JB
Rhubarb Kola BreezeJawbox Rhubarb & Ginger Gin, Rhubarb Purée, Piranha Kola Schnapps, Sugar Cane Syrup, Cranberry Juice, Lemon Juice, Egg White
Mocktail: Virgin Rhubarb Kola Breeze
The Grand Central
27 Strand Road, Derry, BT48 7BJ
GC Hold UpSmirnoff Red Vodka, Aperol, Pineapple Juice, Simple Syrup, Passionfruit Puree
Mocktail: No Hold Up!! vegan
The Maiden City Hotel
22 Strand Road, Derry, BT48 7AB
Maiden SunsetJawbox Pineapple and Ginger, Malibu, Lime, Sugar, Mango, Pineapple
The Old Docks Bar & Grill
24A Queens Quay, Derry, BT48 7AS
French MartiniVodka, Chambord, Pineapple Juice, Raspberries, Raspberry Puree
Mocktail: Mockers Delight vegan
The Thirsty Goat
31-33 Shipquay Street, Derry, BT47 6DL
The Goat's Coconut Margarita1800 Coconut Tequila, Fresh Lime Juice, Orange Liqueur, Cointreau, Crushed Ice
Mocktail: The Scape Goat Mocktail vegan
Walled City Brewery
70 Ebrington Square, Waterside, Derry, BT47 6FA
LargaritaIn-House Margarita Mix, Sugar, Lager, Crushed Ice
Mocktail: Mockerita Kicks Licks vegan
Walled City Hotel
13 Strand Rd, Derry, BT48 7BJ
The line-up as it was during Derry Cocktail Week 2026. Menus and venues change, so check with each venue before you go.
Good to know
When was Derry Cocktail Week 2026?
Derry Cocktail Week 2026 ran from 21 to 30 August 2026.
How many bars took part in Derry Cocktail Week 2026?
26 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 Derry Cocktail Week 2026?
In our survey after the event, wristband holders picked Castle & Cove Bar, Guildhall Taphouse and Kaboodle as their favourites.
What was the best cocktail at Derry Cocktail Week 2026?
The favourite signature cocktails were The Stavros at Castle & Cove Bar, Summer's Breeze at Guildhall Taphouse and Rhubarb Kola Breeze at The Gate Bistro.
When is the next Derry Cocktail Week?
Dates, venues and wristbands for the next Derry Cocktail Week are on the Derry Cocktail Week page at cocktailweek.com/derry.