The Botanist
Signature cocktail: Strawberry Shrub & Elderflower Mojito
Botanist - great vibe and live music
The week in brief
26 York bars and restaurants took part, and every one poured a signature cocktail made for the week. Vodka was the most used spirit, in 10 of the signature cocktails. 25 venues also made a signature mocktail.
After the week we asked wristband holders which bars they loved most. The Botanist, ASK Italian and Manahatta came out on top.
The most popular bars
Picked by wristband holders in our survey after the event.
ASK Italian
Signature cocktail: Amalfi Sunset
Manahatta
Signature cocktail: Cherry Sour
Impossible York
Signature cocktail: Blackberry Noir
Impossible York, it is a lovely building, the cocktail was tasty and the service was great.
Bobo's
Bobos, the seating area was nice, the drinks were nice and the music was good, very helpful waitresses too
The Whippet Inn
Signature cocktail: Knickerbocker
The best cocktails
The signature cocktails wristband holders named as their favourite.
- Cherry SourManahattaAmaretto Disaronno, 42Below Vodka, Montzi Sour Cherry Liqueur, Cherry & Vanilla Syrup, Cranberry Juice, Lemon Juice, Vegan Foamer
- Spicy Mango MargaritaSocial 8Chilli Infused El Sueno Tequila Blanco, Triple Sec, Spicy Mango Syrup, Lime Juice
- Thai Spicy MargaritaRosa's ThaiVivir Tequila, Syrup, Lemon Juice, Chopped Chilli, Chilli Oil, Crushed Chilis
- Strawberry Shrub & Elderflower MojitoThe BotanistBacardi Superior White Rum, Elderflower Cordial, Strawberry Shrub, Fresh Lime Juice, Fresh Mint Leaves, Soda
What people said
Vudu lounge - the bar staff were super friendly and engaging and made our experience there more than just as a customer.
House of trembling madness, staff were super helpful, lovely and just welcoming
The Botanist. Very friendly and great presentation of the drinks
Really enjoyed it, it encourages me to go to venues in York which I don't normally visit
Pink had a lovely vibe and setting
Social 8. The staff was very welcoming an despite having lots of customers in, they made us feel welcome.
The full line-up
All 26 bars and restaurants in York Cocktail Week April 2026, with the signature cocktail each one made for the week.
ASK Italian
Amalfi SunsetSpiced Rum, Strawberry Syrup, Pineapple Juice, Orange Juice, Dried Pineapple
Mocktail: Strawberry Sparkle
Bobo's
Mocktail: Virgin Mojito
Boho Mixologists
LemondropDutch Barn Vodka, Triple Sec, Lemon Juice, Sugar Syrup
Mocktail: Non-Alc Lemondrop
Brew York Taproom
Katy Berry CosmoAbsolut Raspberry Vodka, Chambord Raspberry, Cointreau Triple Sec, Cranberry Juice, Fresh Lime Juice
Mocktail: Juice Forsyth Mocktail
Cicchetti Lounge
From Venice With LoveAperol, St Germain, Prosecco, Soda
Mocktail: Elderflower Mediterranean Fizz
Cosy Club
The Cosy-CabanaHavana 3 Year, Falernum Syrup, Grapefruit Juice, Lime Juice, Angostura Bitters, Soda water
Mocktail: The Cosy-Nobana
Dum Dum
Lychee & Hibiscus MartiniVodka, Lychee, Lemon, Hibiscus
Mocktail: Watermelon Sugar
Dusk
Paloma FaithSilver La Chica Tequila, Pink Grapefruit Juice, Lime Juice, Gomme
Mocktail: Non-Alc Paloma Faith
House of the Trembling Madness
Madness MicheladaWarsteiner Pilsner, Tomato Juice, Fresh Lime Juice, Tabasco, Worcestershire Sauce, Salt, Ice, Lime Wedge, Tajin
Mocktail: Non-Alc Madness Michelada
Impossible York
Blackberry NoirVodka, Lime, Sugar, Homemade Blackberry Syrup
Mocktail: Blackberry Noir Mocktail
Jalou
Into The ForestEdinburgh Bramble & Honey Gin, Homemade Blueberry Syrup, Pineapple Juice, Lemon Juice, Foaming Bitters
Mocktail: Outside the Forest
Kennedy's Bar & Restaurant
The Lavender LadyBeefeater Gin, Lavender Syrup, Fresh Lemon Juice, Foaming Bitters
Mocktail: The Lil' Lavender
Manahatta
Cherry SourAmaretto Disaronno, 42Below Vodka, Montzi Sour Cherry Liqueur, Cherry & Vanilla Syrup, Cranberry Juice, Lemon Juice, Vegan Foamer
Mocktail: Cranberry Sour
Moxy
Lychee CoolerArchers Peach Schnapps, Lychee Liqueur, Elderflower Syrup, Simple Sugar Syrup, Lime Juice
Mocktail: Lychee Lite
Pink
Sweetheart SpritzBeefeater Pink, Lychee Juice, Lemon Juice, Strawberry Syrup, Lemonade
Mocktail: Sweet Heart Spritz Mocktail
Revolution
Rosa's Thai
Thai Spicy MargaritaVivir Tequila, Syrup, Lemon Juice, Chopped Chilli, Chilli Oil, Crushed Chilis
Mocktail: Pineapple Kaffir Lime Sour
Shambles Tavern
Spicy GinjitoYork Gin Old Tom Gin, Lime Juice, Sugar Syrup, Tabasco, Soda Water, Muddle, Fresh Mint Leaves, Lime Wedge
Mocktail: Spicy Nojito
Slug & Lettuce Riverside
Purple Disco MachineSmirnoff Cherry Drop Vodka, Riviera Big Blue Syrup, Grenadine, Lemon Juice, Red Bull Pink Edition, Forest Fruits
Mocktail: Designated Dolphin
Slug & Lettuce Swinegate
Purple Disco MachineSmirnoff Cherry Drop Vodka, Riviera Big Blue Syrup, Grenadine, Lemon Juice, Red Bull Pink Edition, Forest Fruits
Mocktail: Designated Dolphin
Social 8
Spicy Mango MargaritaChilli Infused El Sueno Tequila Blanco, Triple Sec, Spicy Mango Syrup, Lime Juice
Mocktail: Spicy Mango No-Rita
The Botanist
Strawberry Shrub & Elderflower MojitoBacardi Superior White Rum, Elderflower Cordial, Strawberry Shrub, Fresh Lime Juice, Fresh Mint Leaves, Soda
Mocktail: Shrubbery Elderflower Mojito
The Whippet Inn
KnickerbockerHavana Club Original Añejo 3 Años Cuban Rum, Curaçao Liqueur, Raspberry Syrup, Lime Juice
Mocktail: Virgin Knickerbocker
Tomahawk Steakhouse
Cucumber & Grapefruit FizzHendricks Gin, Lemon Juice, Gomme, London Essence Pink Grapefruit Soda
Mocktail: Fruity Paloma
Vudu Lounge
Raspberry Bang BangRaspberry Vodka, Chambord, Fresh Lemon, Sugar Syrup, Cranberry Juice, Lemonade
Mocktail: Peach Berry Zing
Yemen Heaven
Queen of ShebaHendricks Gin, Fresh Lemon, Elderflower, Extra Dry Vermouth, Orange Bitters
Mocktail: Hibiscus Orange Blossom
The line-up as it was during York Cocktail Week April 2026. Menus and venues change, so check with each venue before you go.
Good to know
When was York Cocktail Week April 2026?
York Cocktail Week April 2026 ran from 17 to 26 April 2026.
How many bars took part in York Cocktail Week April 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 York Cocktail Week April 2026?
In our survey after the event, wristband holders picked The Botanist, ASK Italian and Manahatta as their favourites.
What was the best cocktail at York Cocktail Week April 2026?
The favourite signature cocktails were Cherry Sour at Manahatta, Spicy Mango Margarita at Social 8 and Thai Spicy Margarita at Rosa's Thai.
When is the next York Cocktail Week?
Dates, venues and wristbands for the next York Cocktail Week are on the York Cocktail Week page at cocktailweek.com/york.