A toast to the city: Charleston Cocktail Week kicks off April 21

For Charleston Cocktail Week, enjoy specialty cocktails and deals at 30+ local bars and restaurants through April 27.

 A refreshing cocktail served in a textured glass with a gradient effect, transitioning from a deep red at the bottom to a pale, frothy top. The drink is garnished with a dried lime wheel and a gold metal straw, placed on a sunlit white table with palm frond shadows.

We’ll take the Margarita de Francia from La Bonne Franquette, please.

Photo provided by Charleston Cocktail Week

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Get ready to raise a glass — Charleston Cocktail Week returns Monday, April 21 through Sunday, April 27, bringing locals and visitors together to celebrate the city’s vibrant cocktail scene.

More than 30 bars and restaurants across the Charleston area — including Downtown, James Island, Johns Island, North Charleston, and West Ashley — will showcase signature cocktails and offer specials for Cocktail Week Pass holders (passes start at $15).

Here’s a sneak peek at some of the participating spots and their featured drinks:

Downtown Charleston

Costa | Aeroplanino

Conniption Gin, Amaro Nonino, Cocchi Americano, Select Aperitivo, thyme simple syrup, ginger simple syrup, and lemon juice

Legami | Rainbow Cookie

Bourbon, Amaretto, Crème de Cacao, port wine, citrus, and raspberry

Madison Maison | Garden to Glass

Gin, pisco, orange base, lemon, celery bitters, and a carrot ribbon

West Ashley

La Bonne Franquette | Blue Cheese Martini

Bleu cheese-washed house vodka

Psst: This French-inspired spot is also offering a Margarita De Francia and Raspberry Sherbet.

James Island

Bohemian Bull | These Berries Bite Back

Ghost Reposado Tequila, strawberry rhubarb shrub, Coco Lopez, aloe water, lime, and aquafaba

The Harlow | El Sabor

Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, Planteray Pineapple Rum, aquavit, Cointreau, Abrol Morata chile honey simple syrup, and a dash of spice

Check out the full list of participating venues —and let us know if you take part in the fun.

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