Dune
Signature cocktail: Dune Tequilini
Dune was probably my favorite. I've never been in before, but the ambience was incredible and the staff were so lovely. Will definitely be returning!
The week in brief
22 St Andrews bars and restaurants took part, and every one poured a signature cocktail made for the week. Gin was the most used spirit, in 6 of the signature cocktails.
After the week we asked wristband holders which bars they loved most. Dune, The Criterion and Mitchell's Deli came out on top.
The most popular bars
Picked by wristband holders in our survey after the event.
The Criterion
Signature cocktail: Twisted Paloma Sour
Criterion. Very friendly staff, tasty and pretty cocktail selection and comfortable space
Mitchell's Deli
Signature cocktail: Carajillo
Rogue
Signature cocktail: Jalapeño Popper
Rogues... nice and intimate, friendly staff and lovely cocktail.
Hotel Du Vin
Signature cocktail: Italian Spring
The best cocktails
The signature cocktails wristband holders named as their favourite.
- Dark and ScotchySt Andrews Brewing CoHavana Club 7, Lime Juice, Scotch Ale Syrup, Ginger Beer
- Lady DaltonThe AdamsonBeefeater Gin, Grand Marnier, Lemon, Simple Syrup
- Jalapeño PopperRogueOlmeca Altos Plata, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime, Orange, Jalapeño
- Italian SpringHotel Du VinItalicus Rosolio di Bergamotto, Lime Juice, Sugar Syrup, Mint
- CarajilloMitchell's DeliAltos Blanco, Vanilla Liqueur, Cold Brew, Dalgona Foam, Grated Chocolate
What people said
big fan of the event
Fantastic- thoroughly enjoyed it & will recommend to friends
Been last two years and seems to be getting better each year.
I travelled by bus (an hours journey) 3 times during the week. Was well worth it. The atmosphere was really lovely.
I thought this was well organised and it was very clear where the wristbands were to be picked up. The booklet given was extremely helpful, especially for people not from the area. This will be very useful on future trips to identify local pubs and places to eat . Very well organised.
Brilliant Can't wait until next year
What the venues said
The St Andrews cocktail week was a really fun event. Lots of great venues and amazing cocktails.
It's great to see all these businesses to come together and offer something different, especially for those that don't offer cocktails all the time!
Our featured venues in St Andrews
Featured bar
Dune
Dune on North Street is a seafood and cocktail bar from chef Dean Banks, the team behind Haar. Wristband holders voted it their favourite bar at St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025.
Signature cocktail: Dune Tequilini, Olmeca Altos Tequila, Lillet Blanc, honey and lavender
80 North St, St Andrews, KY16 9AH
Photo: Grant Anderson
Visit Dune
Also from the teamHaar, Dean Banks's restaurant on Golf Place, poured a Tequila Lemon Drop for St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025.Photo: Grant Anderson
Visit HaarThe full line-up
All 22 bars and restaurants in St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025, with the signature cocktail each one made for the week.
Blackhorn
10 Church St, St Andrews, KY16 9NW
Gin Basil SmashBeefeater Gin, Lime, Sugar Syrup, Basil
Dook Cafe
West Sands Rd, St Andrews, KY16 9JD
Espresso MartiniKahlua, Absolute Vodka, Machina Expresso
Dune
80 North St, St Andrews, KY16 9AH
Dune TequiliniOlmeca Altos Tequila, Lillet Blanc, Honey, Lavender Syrup
Forgan's
110 Market St, St Andrews, KY16 9PB
Irish GoodbyeJameson Black Barrel, Kahlua, Caramel, Espresso
Haar
1 Golf Pl, St Andrews, KY16 9JA
Tequila Lemon DropOlmeca Altos Tequila, Yuzu, Triple Sec, Lemon
Hams Hame
21 Golf Pl, St Andrews, KY16 9JA
Here Comes the SunHavana 7YO, Orange Juice, Lemon Juice, Honey Syrup
Hatch
129 South St, St Andrews, KY16 9UH
Bloody MaryAbsolut Original, Tomato Juice, Lemon Juice, Black Pepper, Salt, Tabasco
Hotel Du Vin
40 The Scores, St Andrews, KY16 9AS
Italian SpringItalicus Rosolio di Bergamotto, Lime Juice, Sugar Syrup, Mint
Kittock's Den Bar
Fairmont, St Andrews, KY16 8PN
Beauty & The BeetDel Maguey Vida Mezcal, Brockmans Gin, Green Chartreuse, Beetroot Syrup, Fresh lime juice & Egg white
Mitchell's Deli
111-112 Market St, St Andrews, KY16 9PB
CarajilloAltos Blanco, Vanilla Liqueur, Cold Brew, Dalgona Foam, Grated Chocolate
One Under Bar
Rusacks, Pilmour Links, St Andrews, KY16 9JQ
Tartan CloverJameson Black Barrel, Sugar Syrup, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
Rogue
209 South St, St Andrews, KY16 9EF
Jalapeño PopperOlmeca Altos Plata, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime, Orange, Jalapeño
Rufflets
Strathkinness Low Rd, St Andrews, KY16 9TX
1924Beefeater Gin, Cucumber and Verbena Syrup, Elderflower Presse
St Andrews Brewing Co
177 South St, Andrews, KY16 9EE
Dark and ScotchyHavana Club 7, Lime Juice, Scotch Ale Syrup, Ginger Beer
Tailend
130 Market St, St Andrews, KY16 9PD
Bumbo Amaretto SourBumbu Original, Amaretto Liqueur, Sugar Syrup, Lemon Juice, Egg White
The Adamson
127 South St, St Andrews, KY16 9UH
Lady DaltonBeefeater Gin, Grand Marnier, Lemon, Simple Syrup
The Bothy
3 Church Square, St Andrews, KY16 9NN
Grapefruit SpritzMalfy Rosa, Grapefruit Liqueur, Raspberry & Rose Soda, Prosecco
The Braes Bar
St Andrews Holiday Park, Kinkell Braes, KY16 8PX
Elderflower MojitoHavana Club 7 YO, Lime Juice, Elderflower Syrup, Lime Cordial, Mint, Soda
The Criterion
99 South St, St Andrews, KY16 9QW
Twisted Paloma SourOlmeca Altos Tequila, Ben Lomond Orange & Grapefruit GIn, Lemon Juice, Sugar Syrup & Pink Grapefruit
The Hide
111 Market St, St Andrews, KY16 9PB
CarajilloAltos Blanco, Vanilla Liqueur, Cold Brew, Dalgona Foam, Grated Chocolate
The Niblick Restaurant & Bar
R&A World Golf Museum, St Andrews, KY16 9AB
Caramel Espresso MartiniAbsolute Vanilla Vodka, Baileys, Double Shot Espresso, Carmel Syrup, Salted Chocolate
The Saint
170 South St, St Andrews, KY16 9EG
The line-up as it was during St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025. Menus and venues change, so check with each venue before you go.
Good to know
When was St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025?
St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025 ran from 14 to 23 March 2025.
How many bars took part in St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025?
22 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 St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025?
In our survey after the event, wristband holders picked Dune, The Criterion and Mitchell's Deli as their favourites.
What was the best cocktail at St Andrews Cocktail Week 2025?
The favourite signature cocktails were Dark and Scotchy at St Andrews Brewing Co, Lady Dalton at The Adamson and Jalapeño Popper at Rogue.
When is the next St Andrews Cocktail Week?
Dates, venues and wristbands for the next St Andrews Cocktail Week are on the St Andrews Cocktail Week page at cocktailweek.com/st-andrews.