Smoke & Bitters

Swaying palm trees and sunset evenings personify this open-air beachside bar in Hiriketiya. Arguably Sri Lanka’s best place to drink, Smoke & Bitters’ tiki-inspired tipples pair perfectly with the food menu, highlighting smoked meats. Comprising local liquors like arrack, combined with ingredients like smoked wild bee honey, Ceylon vanilla and local pineapple, cocktails here are  a true sip of Sri Lanka. Given its reputation, this place is always packed, so book well in advance for a seat under the stars.