Say goodbye to basic drinks & shake up your cocktail hour with something a little unexpected! In the spirit of Austin, we’ve rounded up 10 “weird” but wonderful cocktails around town that use unconventional ingredients to keep things creative, and keep cocktails weird!
Updated May 2025
10 UNIQUE DRINKS AROUND AUSTIN
Lady Marmalade at Equipment Room
Basically a charcuterie board in a glass with a bold mix of apricot marmalade, blue cheese, and thyme that’s savory, sweet, and totally unforgettable.
South Congress | Directions
Dawn's Garden at Revenge
This sip leans all the way into the great cilantro debate & whether or not it tastes like soap!
Downtown | Directions
Dove’s Cry at DrinkWell
Earthy, rich, and totally unexpected mix of mushroom-infused rum, dark crème de cacao, and molé bitters for a deep, savory-sweet sip that’s unlike anything you’ve tried before!
North Loop | Directions
Black Pearl at The Roosevelt Room
This dramatic whiskey cocktail is served smoking inside a treasure chest and topped with liquid silver for a bold, shimmering sip that’s pure pirate-level presentation.
Downtown | Directions
Avocado Margarita at Curras Grill
It may not be your typical fruity marg, but this creamy, refreshing twist is a must-try take on the cocktail classic!
Multiple Locations | Directions
Laura’s Coconut Secret at Whislers
Try a smooth sip with a kick to it with this blend of thai chili, red curry, coconut & makrut lime lime (*contains shellfish*)
East Austin | Directions
Mizuchis Spring at The Roosevelt Room
Wildly inventive cocktail blending sake, green & red tomato water, garlic ponzu, Thai chili kale chips, and orange boba!
Downtown | Directions
Raisin & Brioche at Prelude
Bringing dessert vibes in the most elevated way with raisin-infused cognac, brown butter bourbon & brioche for a cozy, and surprisingly refined sip!
Downtown | Directions
Margaret, Oracle of the Log at Whislers
With ingredients like poblano butter-washed Midori, banana oleo + palo santo, this mystical cocktail is smoky, tropical, and totally next-level!
East Austin | Directions
The Mutt at Equipment Room
Luxe, savory-leaning cocktail blends prosciutto-infused vodka, plum vermouth & absinthe for a bold, briny twist on a martini, and yes, you can add a caviar bump on the side
South Congress | Directions
