Spring & Summer Cocktails in Downtown Knoxville

PostModern's craft cocktails are some of the best in town. When the forecast is sunny, there's a 100% chance you'll find us on their fabulous patio sipping a frozen libation. Another winner on the menu is the Elder Gin Fizz with house-made Giniferous Gin, Elderberry Gin Liqueur, lime juice, rosemary syrup, Virtue Bitters, and soda water. Every season you can find several new and creative options here!

Stop by Knoxville's oasis for tropical cocktails for a list of cocktails so long—and so delicious—we can't name them all here. The first on our list at Tern Club: Limelight with pandan, lime, ginger liqueur, and coconut oil washed rum that renders this cocktail the center of attention. It’s as easy as key lime pie! For a no proof cocktail, try the Cardamom Lemonade, sure to whisk you away. Sit on their patio for a perfect way to end your day.

Five Thirty Lounge has an abundance of easy-sipping cocktails. Take in views of Downtown Knoxville with a Pinky Up made with green tea-infused rum, brûlée’d pineapple, coconut, pineapple juice and lime. For a super refreshing drink, try the Cucumber Collins. And for a twist on a classic, order up the Raspberry Mule with vodka, lime, mint reduction, and raspberry liquor. You're going to love this rooftop!

Fat Tuesday's entourage of frozen daiquiri flavors will make any day taste like vacay. Opt for a classic strawberry daiquiri, mango, peach bellini, or piña colada, while sipping on the Gay Street patio.

The collection of cocktails at Bernadette's is just as vibrant as the inside of the crystal-filled bar. Most are fresh, juice-based cocktails featuring all the colors of the rainbow with floral and fruit accents. Their signature, the Amethyst, is a gin-based cocktail with fresh grapefruit topped with torched rosemary. Other favorites include the Garnet with whiskey, pomegranate, and honey crisp apple and the Moonstone, a creamy blend of rum and blue flower blossoms.

When the forecast is sunny and 80° (Who are we kidding? Regardless of the weather!), head to Knox Whiskey Works. They always come up with refreshing Cocktail Flights inspired by each season, so be on the lookout for what's to come this Spring!

We love Café 4's patio for so many reasons, including the fact that we can order our very own punchbowls! This summer, grab your friends and enjoy the Main Squeeze punchbowl with gin, blood orange liqueur, blood orange juice, elderflower, lemon juice, and basil simple. And if you stop by for brunch, order the Creamsicle Mimosa and thank us later.

Everything is "just peachy" over at Southern Grit! True to their name, they serve up comforting fare from the south—even the cocktails. Order up the Just Peachy with peach vodka, lemonade, and tea for a refreshing twist on the Arnold Palmer. Or try the Watermelon Crawl, a pretty-in-pink cocktail with vodka, watermelon, lime, prosecco and salt. Both pair well with a side of fried green tomatoes!