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Aruba Resorts Get Crafty with Cocktails

Text by Tina Casuey-Bislick / Images by Steve Keith

A few years ago, Island Temptations featured the up-and-coming craft cocktail scene on Aruba.  At that time, there was just a small handful of restaurants featuring craft cocktails on their beverage menus.  Today, several restaurants and resorts now highlight well-balanced cocktails, utilizing house-made syrups, infused liquors, a variety of bitters, fresh fruits, herbs, edible flowers, and spices.  Bartenders have stepped up their game, studying up on new techniques and presentations. Over at the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino, The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba, and Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino, craft cocktail menus have become an integral part of the food and beverage philosophies of these resorts, with impressive cocktails showcased in many of their restaurants and bars.  Join us on a crafty tour as we introduce you to some of the unique libations that are shaking up the scene.

 

Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino

In April 2017, The Lobby Bar here launched a new craft cocktail menu, created by its team of mixologists, including Jason Tromp, who won the 2nd Annual Bartenders’ Brawl in October 2016.

Almond Tini—Tanquerey 10, amaretto, fresh lemon juice, almond syrup, raspberry syrup, egg whites, cherry bitters - Aruba cocktail
Almond Tini—Tanquerey 10, amaretto, fresh lemon juice, almond syrup, raspberry syrup, egg whites, cherry bitters
Citrus Martini - Aruba cocktail
Citrus Martini—Patron Citronge, lime, orange, egg whites, green rosemary syrup, rimmed with sugar and coconut flakes
Hibiscus Margarita—Patron Citronge, Patron Silver, Cointreau, lime, hibiscus syrup, hibiscus flower garnish - Aruba cocktail
Hibiscus Margarita—Patron Citronge, Patron Silver, Cointreau, lime, hibiscus syrup, hibiscus flower garnish
Almond Delight—Scotch whiskey, almond syrup, egg whites - Aruba cocktail
Almond Delight—Scotch whiskey, almond syrup, egg whites
Luxardo Martini—Wild Apple Van Gogh Vodka, fresh lime, Luxardo cherry syrup, mango and lychee foam - Aruba cocktail
Luxardo Martini—Wild Apple Van Gogh Vodka, fresh lime, Luxardo cherry syrup, mango and lychee foam
Peach Break—Crown Royal, peach purée, Peach Pucker, raspberry extract, cinnamon sugar bay leaves, peach cubes - Aruba cocktail
Peach Break—Crown Royal, peach purée, Peach Pucker, raspberry extract, cinnamon sugar bay leaves, peach cubes
Smoking Old Fashioned—Bourbon, spiced syrup, Angostura bitters, smoked decanter
Smoking Old Fashioned—Bourbon, spiced syrup, Angostura bitters, smoked decanter

 

The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba

The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba creates unique experiences with modern classic cocktails that can bring experimental emotions to guests.  The resort’s signature cocktails are created to bring the destination closer to guests.  Pictured here are craft cocktails from BLT Steak.

Farmer's Tonic—Botanist Gin, ginger honey essence, fresh lemon juice, cucumber
Farmer's Tonic—Botanist Gin, ginger honey essence, fresh lemon juice, cucumber
Blueberry Agave—Silver tequila, Cointreau, fresh blueberries, fresh lime, cranberry juice
Blueberry Agave—Silver tequila, Cointreau, fresh blueberries, fresh lime, cranberry juice
Watermelon Mojito cocktail from The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
Watermelon Mojito—Flor De Cana 4-Year-Old Extra Dry, muddled watermelon, mint, lime juice
Lime in the Coconut—Coconut Ciroc Vodka, Malibu Rum, Bacardi Silver Rum, bitters, fresh lime
Lime in the Coconut—Coconut Ciroc Vodka, Malibu Rum, Bacardi Silver Rum, bitters, fresh lime 
Four Petal Flower—St.-Germain, Aperol, Van Gogh Orange, Angostura bitters, splash of Prosecco, hibiscus
Four Petal Flower—St.-Germain, Aperol, Van Gogh Orange, Angostura bitters, splash of Prosecco, hibiscus
Airmail—Mount Gay Extra Old Rum, honey syrup, pineapple, Prosecco
Airmail—Mount Gay Extra Old Rum, honey syrup, pineapple, Prosecco

 

Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino

Renaissance’s Blue Bar was the first outlet at this resort to receive a craft makeover.  The resort brought in international craft cocktail masters from Cocktail Professor, based in the Netherlands, to create original craft cocktails.  The team from Cocktail Professor spent time on Aruba, soaking up the island vibe and sourcing local ingredients to incorporate into the cocktails.

Oro Huba—Passion fruit, mango syrup, vanilla elixir, coconut rum, dark rum
Oro Huba—Passion fruit, mango syrup, vanilla elixir, coconut rum, dark rum
Bush Medicine—Ginger, local coriander, lemon, Aruban cucumber, blue plumbago flower, honey, vodka, foamy top
Bush Medicine—Ginger, local coriander, lemon, Aruban cucumber, blue plumbago flower, honey, vodka, foamy top
Flowers of the Caribbean—Clover blossom honey, elderflower liqueur, floral gin, homemade flower elixir, lemon, soda water
Flowers of the Caribbean—Clover blossom honey, elderflower liqueur, floral gin, homemade flower elixir, lemon, soda water
Peligroso Old Fashioned—Homemade sweet red bell pepper syrup, yellow Madame Jeanette pepper, salsa, bourbon
Peligroso Old Fashioned—Homemade sweet red bell pepper syrup, yellow Madame Jeanette pepper, salsa, bourbon
Carnival—Local tropical fruits and flowers, cherry liqueur, pear liqueur, gin, lime - Aruba cocktail
Carnival—Local tropical fruits and flowers, cherry liqueur, pear liqueur, gin, lime
Tormenta Tropical—Pineapple, lime, herbal liqueur, nutmeg, clove, cardamom, local papaya salsa
Tormenta Tropical—Pineapple, lime, herbal liqueur, nutmeg, clove, cardamom, local papaya salsa
Welcome in Pearadise—Pear liqueur, chayote, lime, dark rum
Welcome in Pearadise—Pear liqueur, chayote, lime, dark rum
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