Refreshing Summertime Cocktails in Greater Palm Springs: Must-Try Spots (Part 1)
Summer in Greater Palm Springs is the perfect time for refreshing cocktails. Local bars, restaurants, and resorts offer exceptional libations to help you stay cool. Discover these standout spots in the desert oasis!
Mango Ancho Avocado Margarita | bluEmber
Above: Mango Ancho Avocado Margarita at Omni Rancho Las Palmas
Avocados are a California summer staple—this versatile fruit shines in unexpected ways, including cocktails. At BluEmber in the Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa in Rancho Mirage, savor their seasonal Mango Ancho Avocado Margarita. It blends fresh avocado with jalapeño tequila, triple sec, fresh lemon and lime juice, and organic agave nectar, served in a Tajín-rimmed glass alongside a popsicle of puréed fresh mango and cilantro.
Rum Coconut & Watermelon Smash | Chi Chi
Above: Rum Coconut poolside at Chi Chi at the Avalon Hotel
Beat the heat at Chi Chi in Palm Springs' Avalon Hotel with boozy snow cones made from fresh fruit and rum or vodka. Available weekends through summer's end, flavors rotate for repeat visits.
Above: Watermelon Smash at Chi Chi at the Avalon Hotel
The Watermelon Smash mixes vodka, fresh watermelon, and mint. Don't miss the Rum Coconut: a fresh young coconut filled with dark rum!
One-of-a-Kind Margaritas | Las Casuelas Nuevas
Above: A trio of margaritas at Las Casuelas Nuevas (clockwise from top: Jalapeño Cucumber Cilantro, Pomegranate Peach Basil, and Mango Jalapeño)
For over 40 years, Las Casuelas Nuevas in Rancho Mirage has perfected margaritas. Their summer specials include Jalapeño Cucumber Cilantro, Pomegranate Peach Basil, or Mango Jalapeño. Create your own custom blend, like peach, cucumber, and jalapeño!
Beacon of Light & Throwing Shade | Bootlegger Tiki
Tiki cocktails capture summer vibes perfectly. At Bootlegger Tiki in Palm Springs, try the seasonal Beacon of Light (navy strength gin, Jamaican rum, Campari, lime, pineapple, passion fruit, honey) or Throwing Shade (pineapple rum, aged rhum agricole, coconut liqueur, pineapple gomme, lime, orgeat, soda).
Sunset Margarita | Agave Sunset Lounge
Above: Margaritas at Agave Sunset Lounge at Hyatt Regency Indian Wells
Tequila enthusiasts will love the Agave Sunset Lounge at Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa. Signature margaritas feature exclusive Herradura double barrel tequila or from 90+ varieties. The Sunset Margarita combines fresh lime juice, agave syrup, Cointreau, grenadine, and tequila. Also try the Berry Old Fashioned with bourbon, muddled blueberries, orange juice, bitters, simple syrup, and soda.
Experience these Greater Palm Springs summer cocktails! Stay tuned for Part 2 with more favorites.
Thirsty for more? Check out part two of our summertime cocktail series!
