15 Must-Try Drinks from Around the World!
Check out these Must-Try drinks from around the world with WanderMoore! While super bored during the 2020 COVID-19 quarantine, my husband and I decided to recreate some of our favorite drinks from our travels. Some are simple, such as beer and yummy wine, but others we had a ton of fun mixing and making together! We also ate around the world – check out that article HERE. I am not going to lie, we had a lot of fun with this one! Check out our drinking around the world adventure below:
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1. Dalwhinnie Scotch – Scotland
You can’t go drinking around the world without a good stiff scotch. My favorite happens to be Dalwhinnie 15 Year Single Malt Scotch. Located in the heart of the Scottish highlands, Dalwhinnie has been creating delectable scotch since 1897. Before my visit to Dalwhinnie, I had never had scotch in my entire life – honestly, I was only 20 at the time, but I was legal to drink in the U.K., so I thought why not give it a try! And boy did I love it.
Dalwhinnie Distillery offers a variety of options to taste their various blends of Scotch. There is the Tasting Only Option (6-18 Euros), Whiskey & Chocolate Tasting Tour (24 Euros), and the Dalwhinnie Distillery Tour (12 Euros). If you are interested in buying some in the states, a fifth will run you about $70. Make sure to call ahead, because not every store carries it. Or you can order online direct from Dalwhinnie or other online sources.
Check out some of my other adventures in Scotland HERE!
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Chu-hai is another on my must-try drinks list. It’s basically a fruit juice plus shochu topped with soda water. It’s simple and easy to make. You can get the Chu-Hai in many different flavors including lime, grapefruit, apple, orange, pineapple, and grape. Perfect for a warm summer day in Japan, or wherever you live. 🙂
Ingredients
- 1 part Shochu
- 1 part fruit juice
- 3 parts club soda
Check out the full recipe provided by The Drink Blog!
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Jamaica
We honeymooned in Jamaica in 2015 and loved every minute of it! We fell in love with the culture and carefree vibe of the country. Another love we discovered was Appleton Rum. This rum embodies the spirit of Jamaica and has been the rum of choice on the island for more than 265 years. You can drink it on the rocks, with Coke or my personal fav, in a Rum Runner!
3. Rum Runner – Jamaica
The Rum Runner is next on the list of must-try drinks. It’s one of my favorite fruit ‘Tiki’ drinks, best enjoyed on the beach! With tons of fruit, rum, and liqueur, this drink will catch up to you quickly, so be careful! Check out the recipe below:
Ingredients
- 1 ounce light rum
- 1 ounce dark rum (or aged rum)
- 1 ounce banana liqueur
- 1 ounce blackberry liqueur (or blackberry brandy)
- 1 ounce orange juice
- 1 ounce pineapple juice
- A splash grenadine
- Garnish: a variety of fresh fruit
Check out my other articles about Jamaica HERE!
4. The Manhattan – The United States
The Manhattan, a classic whiskey cocktail. Originally created by a bartender in New York City, it’s a simple drink with few ingredients, but the results are amazingly delicious. You can choose between rye whiskey, bourbon, or even Canadian whiskey. There are also a ton of different recipe variations to make this cocktail unique. Check out the list of ingredients below:
Ingredients
- 2 ounces rye whiskey, bourdon or Canadian whiskey
- 1 ounce sweet vermouth
- 2 to 3 dashes angostura bitters
- Garnish with a Cherry!
Read all the details HERE provided by The Spruce Eats.
5. Hurricane – The United States
The perfect New Orleans cocktail, the hurricane, is next on the list of must-try drinks. Best made as an entire pitcher, this fruity drink is full of rum and fruit. Perfect for sipping on a warm evening. It is traditionally served in a Hurricane glass.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces light rum
- 4 ounces dark rum
- 1 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
- 1/2 cup passion fruit juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 4 teaspoons grenadine
- cherries, orange and lime wheels optional garnish
Check out the full story from The Lemon Bowl HERE.
Italy
Italy is the land of wonderful, yummy wine… and we do love wine! Chianti is my wine of choice in Italy, especially in Tuscany! You can find it in the U.S., but it’s a little more difficult to locate. The most common Chianti found in the U.S. is Davinci, but it’s more of basic table wine. Your best bet is to go to Italy and have some of your favorites shipped home. 🙂
We loved Limoncello too! We had dinner at a little place in Rome and our waiter explained that the Limoncello is for the ladies and that the Italian men drink Grappa. I tried both and I will tell you, I am fine with sticking with Limoncello.
6. Limoncello Spritzer
Limoncello is a strongly lemon-flavored liqueur that is delicious and sweet. You can enjoy it on its own or in a mixed cocktail. Be careful though – drinking it straight may go to your head very quickly. Best to enjoy it in a mixed cocktail. Check out my favorite, simple, recipe for a Limoncello Spritzer below:
Ingredients:
- 2 parts Limoncello
- A splash of lime juice
- 2 parts Sprite or Z-up
Check out more stories from my time in Italy HERE!
7. Fernet – Argentina
Originally manufactured as a medicine, Fernet is made from 27 different herbs and spices which vary according to the brand, but usually include myrrh, rhubarb, chamomile, cardamom, aloe, and especially saffron, with a base of grape distilled spirits. A classic way to enjoy Fernet in Argentina is simply on ice mixed with Coca-Cola.
Ingredients
- 1 part Fernet
- 2 parts Coca-Cola
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8. Strongbow – The United Kingdom
When I studied abroad in the U.K., I was just 20 years old, and hard cider was my favorite easy-drinking drink. My English hard cider of choice was Strongbow Hard Cider, preferably on tap in a little English pub. It’s sweet, crisp, and refreshing – everything a nice hard cider should be. You can get Strongbow by the bottle in some local liquor stores. My favorite of the must-try drinks in the U.K.
9. Pimms – The United Kingdom
Another drink I enjoyed while studying abroad, is the classic English garden party drink, a Pimms Cup. It’s a must-try drink for sure! Pimms is a dark-colored liquor that has subtle tastes of spice and citrus. To create a Pimms cup, simply mix Pimms with a clear soda (ginger ale, sprite, 7-up), or lemonade. Then throw in a ton of fruit! The English like to use cucumbers, oranges, lemons, strawberries, and mint. Normally made by the pitcher, a Pimms Cup is an easy sipping drink perfect for summertime or any social setting.
Ingredients
- 1 part Pimms
- 3 parts Clear Soda – Ginger Ale, Sprite or 7-up
- All the fruit -cucumbers, oranges, lemons, strawberries, and mint.
Check out other stories from England Here!
10. Guinness – Ireland
The Irish have been making this amazing dark brew since 1756, right in the heart of Dublin at St. James Gate. I will say it tastes best while sitting in an Irish pub, but it is available for purchase at most local stores in the U.S. If you are ever in Dublin, make sure to stop by the brewery and check out how its made. The Guinness Storehouse is like the Disney World of breweries, complete with 7 floors of beer fun.
Check out my other Irish experiences HERE!
11. Nsa fufuo-Ghana
Nsa fufuo is palm wine made from the sap of palm trees. It’s also known as “kallu” or “toddy,” and is similar to “tuba” found in the Philippines. This palm wine can be served either sweet or sour depending on its preparation. Nsa fufuo is normally produced on small individual farms that promote palm tree conservation.
Check out more Ghanaian drinks HERE!
12. Paloma – Mexico
I have to say that after doing the ‘research’ for this article I have found a new favorite drink. The Paloma – a definite must-try drink! It’s one of Mexico’s favorite drinks – above the classic Margarita! It’s a simple and refreshing Tequila drink, that is easy to sip on and enjoy. Having made it a few too many times, I suggest using hand-squeezed Grapefruit Juice verses the store-bought. It makes a huge difference!
Ingredients
- Kosher salt
- 1 grapefruit wedge
- ¼ cup fresh grapefruit juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ¼ cup Tequila
- ¼ cup Sprite or 7-up
Check out the YouTube video we used as inspiration HERE from Preppy Kitchen!
Click HERE to read more about my travel experiences in Mexico!
13. Arak – Jordan
Arak is a traditional Levantine unsweetened distilled spirit from the Eastern Mediterranean region. It has a translucent white color and is in the anise drinks family. Growing up, we made Italian cookies with Anise in them so I am a huge fan of the flavor. For those who have not tasted this, it resembles the taste of black licorice. For me, this is one of my nostalgic must-try drinks. Arak is normally consumed at mealtimes with delicious traditional foods.
Cocktail Ingredients
- 1 park Arak
- 2 parts water
Read more about Arak HERE from Spruce Eats.
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14. Bubble Tea – Taiwan
This very popular Taiwanese drink has many different varieties – it’s an absolute must-try drink! Bubble Tea falls in the boba category meaning chunky drink – sounds weird right!?! It’s not, I promise. The drink consists of black tea, milk, ice, and the chunky part – Tapioca Pearls. All shaken together like a yummy bubble tea martini. Bubble Tea is normally served with a large straw to allow the tapioca to travel up the straw. It also comes in several variations, so there is something for every taste pallet.
Ingredients
- 1 cup tapioca pearls
- 4 cups freshly brewed strong black tea
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Ice cubes, for shaking
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Read more about Bubble Tea- HERE!
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15. Sombai-Cambodia
Sombai, or rice wine, is very popular in the country of Cambodia. It’s infused differently with fruits and spices, depending on the flavor that is to be created. Popular drinks include the Sombai Sour, Asana Sling, and Sombai Fizz. Check out the ingredients for the Sombai Fizz below:
Cocktail Ingredients
- 2cl Sombai Coconut and Pineapple
- 2cl Sombai Banana and Cinnamon
- 2cl triple sec
- 2cl lime juice
- 2cl sugar cane syrup
- Top with soda water
Check out some other recipe ideas HERE!
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About the Author
Hi my name is Sara and I am the creator of WanderMoore! 🙂 I started WanderMoore in early 2020 after leaving a full-time job in the Communications/Marketing field to stay home and raise my kiddos, Mila and Liam. I wanted something fun to work on in my free time and WanderMoore has become one of my biggest passions! Thank you for reading my post! I can't wait to share more of my travel adventures with you 🙂
This is a fabulous line up! Is it bad that I want to try all of these? Maybe not at the same time though!
Good list.
The rum and the cider are the winners for me, but give me tea without bubbles 😉
I’m going to save this for this our stay-cation this year – great ideas if you can’t go on holiday but still want to have fun!
This is so good! I’m from Scotland – lived here my whole life and never even tried Dalwhinnie Scotch! Definitely going to give it a try. Great list!
Thank you! Yes make sure to check it out next time you are near 🙂