Sipping Through March: Miami’s Must-Try Cocktails for Every Occasion

March in Miami is a month of spectacle—whether it’s courtside action, Broadway premieres, or the debut of an art-inspired cocktail menu. With each moment comes the perfect sip to match, crafted by the city’s top mixologists and served in the most fitting settings. Here’s your curated guide to the can’t-miss cocktails of the season, where flavor meets occasion in the most luxurious way.

As the Miami Heat fight for a playoff spot, fans can sip in solidarity with the Cherry 3 cocktail—an exclusive Grey Goose creation available at the Kaseya Center. Paying homage to Heat legend Dwyane Wade, this vibrant cocktail blends Grey Goose vodka, coconut water, lime sour, and black cherry syrup, crowned with three maraschino cherries as a nod to Wade’s jersey number. Served in a collectible souvenir cup, it’s the ultimate courtside companion.

For those rallying from home, the Cherry 3 is easy to recreate, bringing the arena’s energy to your own bar. Just shake Grey Goose with coconut water, lime sour, and black cherry syrup over ice, strain, and garnish with three cherries. Game on.

Brunch in Miami just got an Italian upgrade. The Granriviera Mimosa, the flagship drink of the new Granriviera ready-to-drink collection, debuts exclusively at Café La Trova from March 19 to April 19 before its official market release. A collaboration between celebrated bartender Julio Cabrera, Ethica Wines, and RTD cocktail pioneer Canella, this sip embodies la dolce vita with Sicilian oranges and Italian sparkling wine.

For a truly exclusive experience, Café La Trova is also serving up a limited-time cocktail, the Zombie Imperiale, blending rum, strawberry syrup, fresh lemon juice, and Granriviera Mimosa for a tropical twist. Consider it your passport to Italian indulgence—without ever leaving Little Havana.

Broadway in Miami is in full swing, and as the acclaimed MJ the Musical takes center stage at the Adrienne Arsht Center from March 18-23, Teatro—its on-site restaurant—is raising a glass to the King of Pop. Enter The Mic Drop, a cocktail that’s as smooth as its namesake, blending Angel’s Envy Straight Bourbon, port wine, jalapeño cilantro syrup, and MEP Florida watermelon juice. Topped with cilantro leaves and a watermelon ice cube, it’s a performance in a glass.

Available at Teatro and all the theater’s bars, this $20 showstopper sets the scene for an evening of iconic hits and world-class mixology.

Miami’s newest dining hotspot, Claudie’s, is serving up liquid masterpieces with an art-inspired cocktail lineup perfect for spring. Drawing inspiration from avant-garde icons, these drinks are more than just sips—they’re experiences.

Picabia’s Provocation:

• A bold tribute to Saint-Tropez’s sun-soaked beaches, blending 818 Tequila Blanco, watermelon, cucumber, habanero tincture, and an Aperol lollipop for a touch of playful rebellion.

Eau de Coco:

• Inspired by the elegance of Coco Chanel, this luxurious mix of Belvedere Vodka, Manzanilla, coconut, passion fruit, and lavender mist brings a taste of the Riviera to every sip.

Vergé’s Garden:

• A daring fusion of Plymouth Gin, Sotol, tomato & gooseberry, cheese liqueur, basil, and smoked pepper oil, channeling the lush Mediterranean landscapes of Mougins.

March 24 marks National Cocktail Day, and there’s no better place to celebrate than Copper 29 in Coral Gables. The highlight? The Wild Rose cocktail, a floral-forward blend of Glendalough Wild Rose Gin, cranberry juice, lemon, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, and simple syrup, garnished with an edible flower. At $17, it’s a refined toast to the craft of mixology.

For those looking to indulge further, Copper 29’s daily happy hour from 5-8 PM offers half-off premium drinks, well cocktails, wines, and beers, paired with elevated bites like truffle mac & cheese and gourmet burgers. It’s the perfect excuse to sip and celebrate in style.