20 Best Cocktails at Smith Mountain Lake (2026)
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Sweet, spicy or a little smoky, these 20 signature sips show off the flavor and fun of the lake’s top drink destinations. Cheers to finding your new favorite!
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Top Drinks at Smith Mountain Lake
The Copper Kettle
SMOKED OLD FASHIONED
A popular pour, this bold and aromatic cocktail features Traveller whiskey gently smoked and balanced with muddled dark cherry, fresh orange peel, bitters and a touch of simple syrup.
Tiff’s Lakefront
HAWT & FRUITY
Patrón Reposado, Cointreau, fresh grapefruit juice, lime juice, a touch of hot honey syrup and Tajin create a cocktail that balances bright citrus with a subtle kick of heat. Served in a highball glass rimmed with Tajín and sugar, the Hawt & Fruity delivers just the right mix of sweet, tangy and spicy.
Bruno’s Clubhouse Bistro
LAVENDER LEMON DROP
Pea flower-infused Tito’s vodka, housemade sour and limoncello are shaken and strained into a martini glass, creating a smooth, citrus-forward cocktail with a beautiful pale purple hue. Garnished with lemon and served with a sugar rim (optional), the Violet Lemon Drip is as elegant as it is refreshing.
Portside Grill & Bar
BLUE LAGOON
Served in a small souvenir bucket, ordering this signature cocktail is a summertime must-do at SML. Vodka, Blue Curaçao, sours and Sprite combine for bright citrus flavor and a cool, refreshing finish, while the colorful bucket doubles as a fun keepsake to remember your time at the lake.
Mango’s Bar & Grill
MANGO HURRICANE
A tropical crowd-pleaser that brings a splash of sunshine to every sip, this colorful favorite blends mango vodka, melon liqueur and spiced rum with sour mix, pineapple and grenadine.
Beacon Pub
PAINKILLER
Rum, pineapple juice, cream of coconut and orange juice blend into a smooth, tropical favorite topped with freshly shaved nutmeg. Perfect for sipping on Beacon’s lakeside deck, the Painkiller delivers rich island flavor in every refreshing glass.
Drifter’s
KEY LIME PIE
It’s not summer at the lake until you’ve tried this fan favorite. Coconut rum, whipped cream vodka, cream of coconut and lime juice with a splash of lemon-lime soda create a smooth, dessert-inspired cocktail with bright citrus flavor in every creamy sip.
Coasters
BLUEBERRY LAVENDER MOJITO
This popular cocktail combines muddled blueberries, mint leaves, lime juice and lavender-infused simple syrup with rum and club soda for a refreshing summer sip. Smooth and easygoing, it’s the perfect complement to a relaxed afternoon by the water.
Napoli Cowboy
MARGARITA
Crafted with Patrón tequila and a house-made sour mix, the Napoli Cowboy Margarita is bright, citrusy and refreshingly smooth. Available in multiple flavors, it’s an easy choice for relaxed lake days and pairs perfectly with the restaurant’s fun, laid-back atmosphere.
Jake’s Place
RUM RUNNER
A tropical blend of three rums, banana and black raspberry liqueurs, pineapple juice, orange juice, grenadine and a splash of lime creates a smooth, fruity favorite. Served in a fun tiki-style glass, it’s a great choice for sipping on the lakeview deck at Jake’s Place.
The Blackwater Cafe
With a creative lineup of martinis ranging from bright and fruity to rich and dessert-inspired, The Blackwater Café is a fun spot to shake things up year-round.
Napoli By The Lake
Napoli’s smoky twist on a classic Paloma, is where bright citrus meets subtle sweetness for a smooth, refreshing sip that feels both familiar and distinctive.
Allesandro’s
Try the Jamaican Lizard, a bold and colorful blend of coconut rum, melon and banana liqueurs, and pineapple juice. It’s fruity and refreshing with a tropical flair.
Magnum Point
The Magnum Rum Punch is a tropical blend of light and dark rum with pineapple, orange and fresh lime juice, finished with a splash of grenadine.
Bull Docks
Sweet, tart and irresistibly creamy, the Key Lime Pie Martini delivers a bright citrus kick with a graham cracker rim for a true dessert-in-a-glass experience.
La Casa Toscana
RASPBERRY MOJITO & SPIKED STRAWBERRY LEMONADE
Refreshing favorites at La Casa Toscana include the Raspberry Mojito, made with muddled raspberries, lime, mint, vodka and club soda, and the Spiked Strawberry Lemonade with Deep Eddy Lemon Vodka, vodka, strawberry purée and lemonade. Both are also popular as mocktails.
Vinny’s Italian Grill & Pizzeria
LAKE COSMOPOLITAN
Vodka, Blue Curaçao, lime juice and simple syrup are shaken and strained into a chilled martini glass for a vibrant, citrus-forward twist on a classic cosmo. Garnished with lime and a colorful paper umbrella, this vibrant cocktail is a great choice when visiting this popular food and drink destination.
Moosie’s
MOOSIE PUNCH
Rum, coconut rum and banana liqueur blend with orange juice, pineapple juice and grenadine for a smooth, fruity favorite with tropical flair. Enjoy the Moosie Punch at the bar with locals or in the restaurant overlooking the water and lively happenings at Bridgewater Plaza.
Cancun Bar & Grill
MARGARITAS
Cancun is known for its classic margarita, along with fun twists like Mango and Blue Coconut. Enjoy these tequila-forward flavors at the Westlake Corner location or at Bridgewater Plaza overlooking the lake.
Hot Shots Bar & Grill
AXE-CITING CHERRY LIMEADE
Cherry vodka, cherry juice and fresh lime juice are topped with lemon-lime soda and served over ice in a classic hurricane glass for a cool, refreshing twist on a cherry limeade.
Local Libations at Smith Mountain Lake Map
Find wineries, breweries, distilleries, a meadery, wine shops and the bars featured in this roundup of top drinks at Smith Mountain Lake.
Andie Gibson
CO-PUBLISHER & EDITOR
Andie has been covering Smith Mountain Lake since 2000 for a variety of publications, including the SML Visitor and Newcomer Guide, SML HOME Magazine, The Roanoker and Life Outside. As a partner in G&C Ventures, LLC, she oversees all content for our suite of websites, including Smith-Mountain-Lake.com and LakeLubbers.com.
