Discover the winners of the 2025 NY Explore the Best Tiki Cocktails of NYC — the most imaginative, festive, and unforgettable tropical drinks of 2025.

The countdown is OFFICIALLY on, & the bars of NYC are in full swing, crafting their best creations for the NY Cocktail Expo on Sunday, August

Discover how Brian Miller, the legendary bartender behind The Polynesian and Death & Co., transformed the Piña Colada at Stockton Inn.

Discover the Best Tiki Cocktails on LI this Summer! Featuring Rum and A Bold Gin Twist from the Tiki Throwdown!

NY Cocktail Expo 2025 returns August 17 to Melrose Ballroom with the most powerful judging panel in NYC cocktail history. From tiki legends to hospitality visionaries, meet the experts shaping the future of mixology. Discover must-see competitions, top brands, and why this event is a game-changer for bartenders, brands, and cocktail lovers alike.

Inspired by a Dos Maderas feature and summer trips to Montauk Brewery, this tropical IPA cocktail blends kumquat, golden kiwi, and tamarind for a bright, thirst-quenching highball. Learn the story behind the name and how this crowd-favorite came to life at Tiki Chick.

Anton Kinloch of Lone Wolf Kingston Refines the Stable Gardenia Mix, Creating a Smoother, More Consistent Tiki Cocktail Experience.

On August 18th, 2024 The Tiki Throw Down roared back to life at The NY Cocktail Expo, reigniting the vibrant spirit of tiki culture.

Following the excitement of our initial reveal, we're thrilled to announce a second batch of standout brands & bars joining this year's...

The iconic "Throw Down" celebrated its debut at the LI Cocktail Fest, Sun Nov 12th, 2023!

Exotic cocktails bring back the buzz to NY's iconic festival. Presenting the best tiki cocktails of 2023.