Aruba Drinks
Local Aruban drinks, cocktails and what to order on the island.
Aruba Rum Punch: Three Recipes From the Island
Aruba has no single official rum punch. Here are three published island recipes with measurements, their sources, and how to batch them.
Aruba Drinking Age and ID Rules for Visitors
Aruba's drinking age is 18, raised from 16 in 2016. Here's what the rule says about ID, how it compares with the US, and…
Can You Drink the Water in Aruba? Yes, and Here’s Why
Yes, Aruba's tap water is safe to drink. It's desalinated seawater, tested daily. How it's made, what the official sources say, and what we…
Coecoei and Ponche Crema: Aruba’s Traditional Liqueurs
Coecoei is Aruba's red agave liqueur, Ponche Crema its creamy holiday punch. Here is what goes into each and how locals and bartenders use…
Balashi Beer: Aruba’s Local Brew, Explained
Aruba's national beer is brewed with desalinated seawater. Here's the story of Balashi, how it differs from Chill and Magic Mango, and where to…
Aruba Ariba: The Story and Recipe of Aruba’s Signature Cocktail
The Aruba Ariba was born at a 1963 bartender competition. Here's the history, the recipe with measurements, and how the versions differ.
Aruban Drinks to Try on Your Trip (and Where to Find Them)
From the Aruba Ariba to Coecoei, Ponche Crema and Balashi beer, here are the Aruban drinks worth ordering and where to find them.