Top 15 Most Expensive Cocktails in the World You Might Want to Know About

In London, at the Sheraton Park Tower Hotel, there's an extraordinary drink that every visitor must try—the Diamond Cocktail, also known as the Ruby Cocktail.

The deep red hue of the drink, combined with the shimmering necklace featuring a pink diamond, is sure to captivate you. Depending on personal preference, customers can choose a diamond size ranging from 0.6 to 2.6 carats.

The Diamond Cocktail offers a delicate fragrance that will enchant any connoisseur.

The price ranges from $4,300 to $19,000.

The Winston Cocktail was once recognized by Guinness as the world’s most expensive cocktail. This legendary drink is crafted at Club 23, where you can experience its true, one-of-a-kind taste.
The recipe for The Winston blends fine cognac, Grand Marnier, Chartreuse Vieillissement Exceptionnellement Prolonge, and a dash of nutmeg.

The rare and luxurious ingredients reflect the opulence of The Winston Cocktail.

Price of The Winston: $12,970

Martini on the Rock is like the goddess of love, with a stunning 1.52-carat diamond ring at the bottom of the glass, enchanting every woman who gazes at it. This surely makes for a spectacular engagement gift.

The ingredients that come together to create this alluring cocktail include gin, vermouth, and a twist of lemon peel or an olive.

This cocktail was first discovered at The Blue Bar in the Algonquin Hotel, New York, USA.

Price of Martini on the Rock: $10,000

Gigi's restaurant in London shocked its guests when it unveiled its ultra-luxurious cocktail on opening day. This drink was created as a gift for actress Grace Jones.

The cocktail features Vintage Cristal Champagne from 1990, Samalens Vieille Relique Vintage Bas Armagnac from 1888, and is garnished with edible gold leaf, sugar, and Angostura Bitters.

With such rare ingredients, this cocktail's price surpasses even The Winston at Club 23.

Price of The Gigi's: 8,888 GBP (approximately 308 million VND)

Gia Bảo Calabrese is a creation by master mixologist Salvatore Calabrese at the London Playboy Club. This legendary cocktail holds the Guinness World Record for being the most expensive cocktail ever made.

To craft this extraordinary drink, Calabrese used rare and vintage spirits, including Kummel liqueur from 1770, Clos de Griffier Vieux Cognac, Curacao, and a dash of Angostura Bitters. The combined age of these ingredients reaches a staggering 700 years, making it a true masterpiece.

Price of Gia Bảo Calabrese: $8,824

Dubai, a city renowned for its gold and opulence, brings that same lavishness to its drinks. The Burj Al Arab Cocktail at the Skyview Bar is a perfect blend of 55-year-old Macallan whiskey, dried fruits, and an extravagant 28-carat gold piece resting at the bottom of the glass.

Price of the Burj Al Arab Cocktail: $7,000

This masterpiece comes from the famous Hemingway Bar in Paris. The Ritz-Paris Sidecar is a truly unique cocktail made with Ritz Fine Champagne Cognac, dating back to the 19th century, a selection of wines aged from grape roots, and fresh lemon juice from Cointrau.

The cocktail has a golden hue and an exceptional flavor that promises to captivate anyone who visits Bar Hemingway.

Price of Ritz-Paris Sidecar Cocktail: $1,670

This exceptional cocktail is the creation of master mixologist Monrreal. The City of Lights cocktail is made with luxurious ingredients like Hennessy Paradis Imperia, Bulleit Rye, Cocchi Barolo Benedictine, Peychaud’s Bitters, and Angostura Bitters.

As a signature touch, the Light NightClup serves this drink adorned with diamond ice and an orange peel garnish.

Price of City of Lights: $1,500

The Mai Tai is a creation of the Merchant Hotel in Northern Ireland, crafted from a secret recipe dating back to 1900.

This exquisite cocktail features a 17-year-aged J. Wray & Nephew Jamaican rum, French citrus-infused malted barley, Dutch orange liqueur, and a top layer of hard candy syrup and fresh lime juice.

Price of the Mai Tai: $1,270

The Getaway is a unique collaboration between the Le Meridien nightclub and Swarovski in Philadelphia, offering a limited-edition experience.

This exclusive cocktail blends orange vodka, violet liqueur, sparkling champagne, and delicate edible flowers as a garnish.

What sets it apart is its presentation in a specially designed Swarovski crystal glass, made exclusively for this drink.

Price of The Getaway: $1,000

This cocktail is a popular choice at a bar in Sydney, Australia, where the drink's alcohol is frozen into sparkling, jewel-like spheres. As you sip, the pearls slowly melt in your mouth, offering a truly unique sensation that guests rave about.

Price of Doug Laming Cocktail: $11

Originating in Berlin, Germany, this cocktail carries a history dating back over two centuries. Inspired by the story of a drink served in an egg shell, Cocktail Coquetier blends rum, chocolate, and cinnamon for a truly unforgettable taste.

The flavor is so unique that it leaves a lasting impression, and its price is very reasonable for such an extraordinary drink.

Price of Cocktail Coquetier: $9.30

Known as the "Destroyer", The Flawless cocktail was crafted by Movida nightclub for Christmas 2007. The luxurious ingredients include Louis XII Cognac, Cristal Rose Champagne, brown sugar, and Angostura bitters. It is then topped with a layer of 24-karat gold and accompanied by a 1-carat white gold ring.

Due to the exclusivity of this drink, guests are escorted by two security guards to ensure their safety when leaving.

Price of The Flawless: $71,000

This Cocktail from a prestigious restaurant in the UK impresses not only with its price of $51,200 but also with its unique presentation. A white gold ring adorned with diamonds and a tourmaline stone is embedded at the bottom of the glass. Dazzle features a delightful blend of strawberry and lychee juice that captivates those who taste it. Truly one of the world’s most expensive cocktails, it's an experience worth having.

Price of Cocktail Dazzle: $51,200

The Jewel of Pangaea is a unique fusion of premium liquors, gold powder, and a diamond ring. This extraordinary cocktail was created by Singaporean mixologist Ethan Leslie Leong. The standout feature of The Jewel of Pangaea is its sparkling 1-carat diamond ring by Mouawad, one of the world’s most exclusive jewelers. To add to its opulence, the cocktail is accompanied by five bodyguards from the Pangaea nightclub to ensure its safety.

When this cocktail was launched at Marina Bay Sands, it quickly became the center of attention.

It is also the most expensive cocktail in Asia.

Price of The Jewel of Pangaea: $26,000