The Warwick already provides one of Houston’s most elevated dining experiences, with a globally influenced menu that includes decadent items like lobster ravioli, jerk lamb lollipops, and sesame cauliflower. Guests will find an equally indulgent drink menu, with hand-crafted cocktails by the Warwick’s expert mixologists. Try pairing your truffle lemon pepper wings with the unique flavors of their Sand to the Beach, made with BACARDÍ Coconut, blue curacao, peach, pineapple, coconut syrup, and lime leaf foam. The restaurant’s rich and exquisite flavors make it a must-visit.

If you’re a Houston native, you’ve likely been coming here since you were a kid — but that doesn’t mean Ninfa’s should drop off your radar now. This Mexican mainstay has been going strong since the ‘70s, serving signature fajitas accompanied by freshly made tortillas and a punchy salsa verde that attracts tourists from far outside the city. But the bar at Ninfas is also the place to get a flawless rum cocktail, like their watermelon mojito. The refreshing mix of BACARDÍ Superior rum, watermelon agua fresca, mint, and lime juice will keep you cool in the triple-digit temps — and might help cool you down after a few bites of spicy chili con queso.

This secretive bar from prolific Houston restaurateur Ben Berg is tucked away inside another of Berg’s establishments, the Annie Cafe. After being whisked away from the cafe’s dining room and through the busy kitchen, you’ll be transported to Emilia’s. Inspired by 1950s Havana, the fern- and palm-lined space wouldn’t be out of place in a Hemingway novel. True to its Cuban roots, the rum is literally flowing here: there’s a rum fountain situated in the middle of the room, from which guests are encouraged to fill their cups. After you’ve sampled the fountain, try some other concoctions on the cocktail list, including the Daisy de Santiago, featuring BACARDÍ Ocho, lime juice, yellow Chartreuse, cane sugar, orange bitters, and soda water.

Authentic Vietnamese comfort food is served at this Heights hotspot, which packs full of neighborhood regulars filling up on vegetarian egg rolls, Vietnamese crepes, and vermicelli. The restaurant’s signature dish is their shaken beef — a cut of filet mignon sautéed with onions and jalapeño peppers served atop a bed of lettuce, alongside rice and kicky lime sauce for dipping. Moon Rabbit’s cocktail list includes plenty of drinks that help cut through all the spice — try the Circa ‘73, which combines BACARDÍ Ocho, dry vermouth, sake, basil, and bitters. The dimly lit space is perfect for a cozy dinner or a night out with friends.

An island paradise on Richmond Avenue, the Toasted Coconut has given Houstonians a tropical vacation since 2019. From the moment you spot the massive palapa and tiki torches, you know you’re in for a fun and lively experience. Tropical flavors inspire the entire menu here, which features dishes like Baja mussels, chickpea curry, and a whole fish paired with nuoc cham and papaya salad. Just like on all great tropical vacations, the rum flows freely here — you’ll get your mojito and daiquiri fix, but for something with a little more kick, try the Second Degree Sunburn, made with Santa Teresa 1796 rum, cinnamon syrup, Aperol, and orange bitters.

This Tex-Mex mainstay is home to a vast selection of made-to-order frozen drinks and a massive menu of house cocktails, but we’re partial to the Frozen Jack Rabbit, made with BACARDÍ Cuatro, pineapple juice, lime juice, green Chartreuse, and cream of coconut. Head to Verde Garden’s sprawling 10,000-square-foot covered patio to enjoy your beverage, paired with perennial favorites like ceviche, fish tacos, and elote. Should you prefer to sit inside, you’ll be treated to the space’s panoramic mural of Texas citrus trees and a playfully painted ceiling of birds and trees, befitting to the name.

This massive lounge in midtown Houston offers three stories of fun, each with its own theme. The top floor features an open-air view of the city with a tropical resort vibe, the second floor embraces the traditions of a Día de los Muertos celebration, and the ground level evokes the relaxing atmosphere of a Cabo San Lucas beachfront — complete with sand to dig your toes into. No matter which setting you prefer, they’re all perfect for enjoying Palapas’ long list of tropical favorites, like the 1841, a blend of BACARDÍ Ocho, lime juice, agave syrup, muddled jalapeno, cucumber, and soda water. Who knew it was so easy to take a tropical vacation in the heart of the city?

Located downtown across the street from Minute Maid Park (and owned by Astros owner Jim Crane), Potente offers a modern take on Italian cuisine by using locally sourced ingredients to elevate its inventive pasta dishes. The truffle pasta has been named one of the best pasta dishes in the entire country. While the boutique wine list might seem like the move here, Potente also features a cocktail list of “top-shelf classics”; for a rum option, go with the Coco Mojito, made with BACARDÍ Ocho, BACARDÍ Coconut, fresh mint, lime juice, and coconut syrup. The bar’s weeknight happy hour, held from 5 to 7 p.m., is the ideal setting for a drink before watching the Astros play.