Raise a Glass to the Planet: 5 Earth Day Cocktails Celebrating Sustainability in Style

From Ocean-Hued Mezcal Mixes to Tea-Kissed Whisky Refreshers, These Miami Cocktails Prove That Luxury and Eco-Consciousness Can Go Hand in Hand One Sip at a Time

Earthbound Explorer Cocktail at Joia BeachPhoto Courtesy of Joia Beach Restaurant & Beach Club

In Miami, the city’s top bars and restaurants are turning eco-awareness into an art form—served neat, stirred, or shaken. This spring, local bartenders and beverage brands are crafting cocktails that don’t just taste good—they do good, too. With sustainable ingredients, zero-waste garnishes, and proceeds supporting global reforestation and marine conservation efforts, these drinks are as thoughtful as they are refined.

Here are five standout Earth Month cocktails that bring together mindful mixology, seasonal flavor, and elevated presentation—all available in Miami this April.

1. Sapphiros Bay – Drift Bar at 1 Hotel South Beach

Drift Bar's Sapphiros Bay Cocktail Photo Courtesy of 1 Hotel South Beach

Created by Nikos Mantzaridis, Bar Manager at Drift Bar, this ocean-blue stunner channels the clarity of coastal waters using Bombay Sapphire, a gin brand on track to 100% sustainably source all 10 of its botanicals. Blended with St-Germain, coconut and spirulina syrup, and lime, the Sapphiros Bay is as clean on the palate as it is on the conscience.

Where to find it: Available throughout April at 1 Hotel South Beach.

Why it matters: A portion of Bombay Sapphire’s sustainability commitment includes supporting responsible farming communities across the globe.

2. Golden Hour – Inspired by Aberfeldy 12

The Golden Hour Cocktail, Made with Aberfeldy 12 Photo Courtesy of Aberfeldy

There’s something poetic about a whisky cocktail that captures the slow warmth of a spring sunset. The Golden Hour, made with Aberfeldy 12, local honey syrup, and a mix of Angostura and orange bitters, is a rich, golden pour with depth and elegance. Best enjoyed over a large cube in a rocks glass, it's proof that sustainability can be stirred into tradition.

Recipe:

2 oz Aberfeldy 12
.25–.5 oz honey syrup
2 dashes Angostura bitters
2 dashes orange bitters
Stir and serve over ice with an orange twist.

Eco-note: Aberfeldy supports bee conservation through local honey sourcing initiatives.

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3. Spring Peach Palmer – Crafted with Dewar’s 12 Year Old

Spring Peach Palmer, Made with Dewar’s 12 Year OldPhoto Courtesy of Dewar's

A fresh, citrusy take on the classic Arnold Palmer, this green tea-based cocktail is built for Miami afternoons. Made with Dewar’s 12 Year Old, peach liqueur, lemon juice, and a splash of unsweetened iced green tea, it offers a light, garden-inspired sip with depth from the whisky’s oak-aged base.

Recipe:

1.5 oz Dewar’s 12 Year Old
.5 oz peach liqueur
.75 oz lemon juice

.25 oz simple syrup
2 oz unsweetened green iced tea
Shake and strain over fresh ice. Garnish with dehydrated peach and mint.

Sustainability spotlight: Dewar’s continues to reduce its carbon footprint through production innovation and packaging redesigns.

4. La Pastorita – Riviera Dining Group (MILA, AVA MediterrAegean, CASA NEOS)

Riviera Dining Group's La Pastorita Pineapple CocktailPhoto Courtesy of Riviera Dining Group

This April, Riviera Dining Group is raising the bar on eco-conscious mixology with La Pastorita, a thoughtfully crafted Earth Month cocktail available at MILA, AVA MediterrAegean, and CASA NEOS. This zero-waste drink brings together The Lost Explorer Mezcal, basil cordial, pineapple serrano, and tepache, all finished with a recycled pineapple garnish. It's layered, tropical, and designed for those who want every sip to count.

What makes La Pastorita stand out isn’t just its flavor—it’s the purpose behind it. Created with fresh, organic ingredients, this signature cocktail is part of the group’s broader commitment to sustainability. A portion of proceeds from every drink sold will benefit One Tree Planted, supporting global reforestation initiatives.

When & Where: All month long at MILA, AVA MediterrAegean, and CASA NEOS.

Presented By: The Lost Explorer Mezcal, the lead sponsor behind this sustainable sip.

Why it matters: With its mindful ingredient sourcing and commitment to giving back, La Pastorita is more than a cocktail—it’s a contribution to a greener planet.

5. Earthbound Explorer – Joia Beach Restaurant & Beach Club

Earthbound Explorer Cocktail at Joia BeachPhoto Courtesy of Joia Beach Restaurant & Beach Club

Launching in the week leading up to Earth Day, Joia Beach introduces Earthbound Explorer, a mezcal-based cocktail made with The Lost Explorer Espadín, Luxardo Del Santo, maraschino, and lime juice. The result is earthy yet lifted, smoky with just the right amount of citrus brightness.

Dates: Available April 16–22

Support: 20% of proceeds go to the Fish and Wildlife Foundation of Florida, supporting conservation efforts across the state.

Whether you're sipping under swaying palms or perched at a waterfront bar, these cocktails are a reminder that indulgence and impact can absolutely coexist. This Earth Month, go ahead—toast the planet. It’s earned it.