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The five best holiday cocktails in Penang

Whether you're lounging on the beach or catching a live gig, these are the five best cocktails to try.

Written by Carissa Morais
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Red Sangria at Five27

Red Sangria at Five27
Red Sangria at Five27
Hizwan Hamid
If the screaming rouge colour doesn't send chills down your spine, then the taste of this dragon-in-a-glass will. The three musketeers of red wine, gin and brandy join forces with a touch of Sprite and mixed fruits. The resulting flavour is luxuriant and strong. We'd recommend going easy with subsequent drinks if you're planning to stay on for some dancing.

Elderflower Mojito at Edelweiss Cafe

Elderflower Mojito at Edelweiss Cafe
Elderflower Mojito at Edelweiss Cafe
Hizwan Hamid
A laid-back and refreshing blend of white rum, elderflower syrup, mint leaves, and lime gives this drink the feel of a thirst quencher. After a sunny tour of Armenian street on foot, this concoction works as a pick-me-up before you head off for more sightseeing. Seasoned drinkers may wave this off as too weak a tipple but for beginners, this is one to start with.
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Lychee Martini at The Canteen

Lychee Martini at The Canteen
Lychee Martini at The Canteen
Hizwan Hamid
The silky feel of this local favourite resonated well with us especially after a hearty meal. Taking a different approach to mixology, this number is a jumble of lychee fruits, vodka and lychee liqueur. Don't be fooled with its innocent shade of white because this Martini sweetly slinks to another level of alcoholic strength.

Sands Cooler at Sigi's Bar & Grill

Sands Cooler at Sigi's Bar & Grill
Sands Cooler at Sigi's Bar & Grill
Hizwan Hamid
This is one that we'd call a headturner: how can anyone not miss that ripe pineapple with a pink umbrella? Handcrafted with a blend of rum, pineapple and apricot brandy with a mix of orange and lime juice, this cocktail gets our vote for its tropical appeal besides its punch of flavour. We're not surprised that this Instagram-worthy aperitif is the most popular one here with patrons.
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Classic Margarita at The Press

Classic Margarita at The Press
Classic Margarita at The Press
Patrick Busutil

For a cocktail containing only three ingredients, the classic Margarita is trickier to prepare than most imagine. The unholy trinity of tequila, triple sec and lime achieve perfect harmony at The Press. Sweet, citrusy and slightly salty, the Margarita here is bound to thrill fans of umami cocktails. We would have preferred the drink a tad more chilled, but otherwise, t’was a well-executed, time-honoured cocktail.

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