CHEERS!

Fancy an ice cold drink in the sunshine this weekend?

We've got just the place to go!

Monday, May 13 is World Cocktail Day so we've put together a list of ten places in Warrington that serve great drinks.

World Cocktail Day is a global celebration of cocktails.

It marks the publication date of the first definition of a cocktail on May 13 in 1806.

The New York tabloid 'The Balance and Columbian Repository' defined a cocktail as "a stimulating liquor, composed of spirits of any kind, sugar, water and bitters".

It was written by editor Harry Croswell in response to a reader’s inquiry.

Whether it’s a cold mojito in the sunshine or a warming Old Fashioned in front of the fire - where should you go for a cocktail this weekend?

Do you prefer a pina colada or a margarita? Does a Long Island Iced Tea take your fancy or would you rather have an espresso martini?

Last summer, as part of our Best of 2023 competition, we wanted to know your favourite cocktail and where we can get one.

We shortlisted ten top cocktail places with The Grape and Bean on Market Street taking the title.

EIGHT TOP PLACES FOR COCKTAILS:

The Grape and Bean

The Grape and Bean

The Grape and Bean, Market Street, Northwich

One very happy customer said The Grape and Bean serves “by far the best cocktails in Northwich” so the venue was a must for our shortlist.

Another said: “They have a large choice of cocktails that are all made fresh and don’t come from at tin.

“Made to perfection.”

For more details go to facebook.com/GrapeandBean.Northwich

Hartford Hall

Hartford Hall

Hartford Hall on School Lane, Hartford

With alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails on the menu here there promises to be something to suits everyone’s tastes.

The popular place was the winner of last year’s Best for Roast Dinner and they’re hoping to add one of this year’s Best of 2023 titles to their collection.

One nomination said: “Probably the best and freshest cocktails in town!”

For more details go to hartfordhallcheshire.co.uk/drink

The Botanist

The Botanist

The Botanist, King Street, Knutsford

One nomination for this venue simply said “the Botanist of course!”

The reader loved the huge selection of amazing cocktails and the properly trained bar staff.

They added: “There is a great selection of non-alcoholic cocktails too!”

For more details go to facebook.com/TheBotanistKnutsford

The Bird and Hat

The Bird and Hat

The Bird and Hat, Bull Ring, Northwich

This place does “without a shadow of a doubt” “the best cocktails going” with zombies and berry juicy getting special mentions.

One happy customer asked: “Have you seen their pina coladas?”

For more details go to facebook.com/birdandhat

Antrobus Arms

Antrobus Arms

The Antrobus Arms, Warrington Road, Antrobus

The Antrobus Arms is clearly popular with its regulars as it made the shortlist for last week’s Best for Roast Dinners.

Apparently the cocktails go perfectly with their Sunday dishes!

For more details go to facebook.com/TheAntrobus

Chimichangos Mexican Restaurant

Chimichangos Mexican Restaurant

Chimichangos Mexican Restaurant, Wheelock Street, Middlewich

The ‘chimichancolada’ gets a big thumbs up from customers.

It’s a mix of tequila rose, vanilla vodka, strawberry syrup, triple sec and coconut milk all topped with squirty cream!

For more details go to facebook.com/CHIMICHANGOS

Vale Royal Abbey Arms

Vale Royal Abbey Arms

Vale Royal Abbey Arms, Chester Road, Northwich

This is another popular place that made the shortlist for Mid Cheshire’s Best for Roast Dinners last week.

The traditional and modern cocktails are on the menu and priced at two for £12 between 5pm and 9pm Monday to Friday.

For more details go to facebook.com/VRoyalAbbeyArms

The Swinging Witch

The Swinging Witch

The Swinging Witch, Crown Street, Northwich

The venue is perfect for a night and customers “enjoy every visit”.

The great atmosphere and fabulous bar staff get the thumbs up.

For more details go to facebook.com/TheSwingingWitch