Cocktails for your Loved one this Valentine's Day

The most romantic day of the year is approaching and a lot of love birds in Miami are going to be scrambling to find last minute plans or reservations.  This year, maybe check out these local Miami restaurants to experience these unique cocktails, perfect for the special occasion. 

Or try your hand making them at home for a special Valentine's Day... or for any day.

Ricky’s -1222 16th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Peculiar Athenian

1 oz Hendricks Gin
.5 oz FOS Greek Mastiha liqueur
.5 oz Pineapple Juice
.25 oz Lemon Juice
Topped off with Prosecco

Topped off with some Prosecco, there’s nothing like a few bubbles to really get in the flirtatious spirit of valentines day. The Peculiar Athenian cocktail made with FOS Greek Mastiha liqueur will definitely get the Greek gods of love and romance on your side.

Tamarina -600 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131

Rose Paloma

2.0 oz Allaire Crystal aged tequila
1/4 oz fresh grapefruit juice
0.25 oz fresh lime juice
0.25 oz agave nectar
0.25 oz club soda
Rose gold dust on the rim

Made with Allaire Crystal aged tequila, this pink grapefruit and lime cocktail rimmed with rose gold salt flakes is sure to impress any lover. Whether it’s a new fling or an old romance, a few sips of this luxury cocktail and you’ll find yourself wanting to move the V-day festivities back home. 

Son Cubano Miami -2530 Ponce De Leon Blvd Coral Gables, FL 33134

Raspberry Mojito

2 lime slices, cut into wheel shape
1 sprig fresh mint
2 ounces or 1/4 cup white rum
1/2 ounce raspberry liqueur
Ice cubes, as needed
Raspberry, for garnish

This rosy raspberry mojito, featured in the new Son Cubano restaurant in Coral Gables, is the perfect love potion to take your average dinner for two and turn it into a romantic evening you’ll both want to keep replaying. 

( Thank you to 24-Group for providing these special romance worthy Valentine’s Day cocktail pictures and recipes )