Amazónico Channels the Rainforest Rivers with Its Latest Cocktails

Amazónico, the turquoise velvet oasis of greenery and Latin American fare, is pouring a fresh wave of cocktails into its Berkeley Square residence. Some arrive in understated coupes, others… not so understated — think full-sized pineapples and flamboyant parrots. For those who like their cocktail night with a splash of spectacle, this new menu offers a few showstoppers that are worthy of the camera roll. Both in vibrant presentation and flavour combinations, the drinks list traces the 1,100-plus rivers that feed the Amazon, each cocktail a liquid ode to the ecosystems, cultures, and rituals that thrive along their banks.

At the centre of the new offering is the Amazónico Lost Explorer Infuser, a sculptural six-glass infusion system created in partnership with artisanal mezcal and tequila brand The Lost Explorer. Designed by Amazónico’s Head of Food & Beverage, Giannis Apostolopoulos, the infuser draws inspiration from the patient flow of the Amazon River. Positioned prominently at the front of the restaurant, the innovative apparatus doubles as a visual centrepiece and a slow-sipping ritual. Fruits, herbs, and spices — all carefully sourced from Amazon-adjacent regions — are steeped in the mezcal over 12 to 36 hours, resulting in rich, nuanced infusions that unfold with every sip. The infuser seeps into the core of two of the cocktails: Ica and Javari, both exclusively available in Amazónico London and Dubai.

Ica, named after the river that flows between Mexico and Peru, is a rich, spiced blend of The Lost Explorer’s Espadín and Salmiana mezcals. It’s layered with chicha morada—a traditional Peruvian drink made from purple corn—alongside membrillo (quince paste), pineapple, and a warming medley of spices, creating a cocktail that’s both smoky and fruit-forward. Javari, inspired by the tributary that forms the natural border between Brazil and Peru, takes a greener, more aromatic route. Made with The Lost Explorer’s Tobalá mezcal, it’s freshly cold-dripped from the Amazónico infuser after steeping with papaya peppercorns, and marigold tea. The result is a vibrant, herbaceous drink with a delicate floral lift and a subtle hint of heat.

Then there’s Tigre, a head-turning homage to the two-toned waters of its namesake river. Arriving inside an actual pineapple, this tongue-in-cheek take on the Piña Colada surprises with notes of passion fruit and Brazilian nuts. Napo, inspired by the river that connects Ecuador and Peru to the Amazon, is a reimagined spritz swirling inside an intricate wave-shaped glass and adorned with a seashell. Cîroc vodka forms the base, joined by melon, prickly pear, Aperol and a final flourish of Champagne. Vibrant and effervescent, it evokes sun-dappled canopies and slow, winding waters.

Meanwhile, Tapajós brings full-blown spectacle. Named after one of the Amazon’s clearest tributaries, this cocktail is served in a ceramic macaw, its striking plumage matched only by the cocktail’s bright, crystalline character. It’s an instant showstopper, catching eyes as it’s paraded around the tables to reach you.

These river tributes sit alongside six Amazónico signature cocktails, chosen from across the restaurant’s international portfolio. Including the Rainforest Old Fashioned, made with aged rum and açaí, and the Save the Jungle, a tamarillo-charged twist on the caipirinha. Each one will be available in all Amazónico locations, including the much-anticipated Miami outpost opening this summer.

Channel the wild energy of the rainforest at Amazónico and book your table via amazonicorestaurant.com/london/