Today, we’re putting a Key West twist on cocktail hour and talking about the stories behind some iconic drinks that have quenched thirsts and sparked conversations for decades. Spoiler alert: You’ll want to try all of these at least once (or twice, if the first round went down too fast). 1. The Rum Runner Origin: Born in the 1950s at the Holiday Isle Tiki Bar in Islamorada (just up the road from...
Where to Drink
Key West offers so many cool places to grab a drink and listen to music. Check out some of mine, and your favorites.
The Ultimate Key West Bar Crawl Guide: 6 Unique Stops to Savor Your Night
Planning a trip to Key West? Sure, you know about the sunsets, the palm trees, and maybe even the famous Key Lime pie—but did you know this island is also home to some of the quirkiest, coolest bars...
Rum 101 and the Go-To Spots for Rum in Key West
Welcome to the ultimate rum guide for Key West visitors and fellow rum enthusiasts! Whether you’re here to sharpen your rum knowledge or planning your Key West bucket list, we will cover everything...
Hemingway’s Favorite Drinks and Where to Sip Them in Key West
Are you ready to sip like one of America’s greatest writers? Ernest Hemingway wasn’t just known for his adventurous prose and rugged lifestyle; the man had a legendary taste for strong, artfully...
Sloppy Joe’s a Bar, a Drink and a Place at the End of the World
Key West is a place at the end of the world. It's at the end of A1A and the end of the Continental United States. There is a...
The Roost – A Liquor Store Serving Great Cocktails
The Roost, your "friendly neighborhood liquor store with classic cocktails, fine wine and small bites". Doesn't that sound......
3 Reasons Irish Kevin’s Key West is Still One of My Favorites
Irish Kevin's Key West is iconic. It's a must see stop for a lot of first time visitors to Key West. But, I still find Irish...
Alonzo’s Key West – The Place for Happy Hour
As you walk through the Historic Seaport, you will see a small sign that points you towards the Best Happy Hour on the Island....
Schooners Wharf Key West – A Last Little Piece of Old Key West
Schooner Wharf is one of my very favorite places to go in Key West. It's quiet, it's old school, it's Old Key West. The moment...
Geiger Key – The Perfect Place to Experience an Old Florida Fish Camp
I love finding the out of the way, off the beaten path places... and then sharing them with you. Geiger Key is just this place....
Bagatelle – Oh How I Wish Lunch Could Last Forever
When in Key West do you try new restaurants... or stick to your tried and true ones? I admit, I have my favorites, but I try to...
Key West First Legal Rum Distillery the Experience
Located on Simonton Street, in a former Coca Cola bottling plant you will find Key West First Legal Rum Distillery. The rum is...
The Boathouse Happy Hour
I had such high hopes this would be another to add to my list of favorites, but I am sad to say ... no. The Boathouse does...
Where to Drink
Key West offers so many cool places to grab a drink and listen to music. Check out some of mine, and your favorites.
3 Reasons Irish Kevin’s Key West is Still One of My Favorites
Irish Kevin's Key West is iconic. It's a must see stop for a lot of first time visitors to Key West. But, I still find Irish...
Alonzo’s Key West – The Place for Happy Hour
As you walk through the Historic Seaport, you will see a small sign that points you towards the Best Happy Hour on the Island....
Schooners Wharf Key West – A Last Little Piece of Old Key West
Schooner Wharf is one of my very favorite places to go in Key West. It's quiet, it's old school, it's Old Key West. The moment...
Geiger Key – The Perfect Place to Experience an Old Florida Fish Camp
I love finding the out of the way, off the beaten path places... and then sharing them with you. Geiger Key is just this place....
Bagatelle – Oh How I Wish Lunch Could Last Forever
When in Key West do you try new restaurants... or stick to your tried and true ones? I admit, I have my favorites, but I try to...
Key West First Legal Rum Distillery the Experience
Located on Simonton Street, in a former Coca Cola bottling plant you will find Key West First Legal Rum Distillery. The rum is...
The Boathouse Happy Hour
I had such high hopes this would be another to add to my list of favorites, but I am sad to say ... no. The Boathouse does...
Half Shell Raw Bar – My New Favorite Happy Hour
In Key West, Happy Hour is a nightly event and everyone can get into a rut. Same place, same food, same drinks, you get the...
Louie’s Backyard – A slice of Key West Paradise
Every visitor to Key West has their favorite spot. A spot that feels like Key West to them. A spot they dream about when not...
Waterfront Brewery – Key West’s Best Pub
As I was walking through the Historic Seaport, I heard someone say "hey, is that a brewery? I didn't know one was here". Well,...
Mary Ellen’s Bar – The new Hip place in Key West
Hip? Did I just say this place is hip? I mean fresh, new, friendly, funky... well you get it. The place? Mary Ellen's Bar....
3 Reasons why You must Go to La Creperie Key West
Tucked off in the heart of Old Town is Petronia Street. Here you will find La Creperie Key West (300 Petronia Street). This...














