Introduction
In the heart of Mexico City’s Roma Norte district, where grand Belle Époque mansions stand beside street art and buzzing taquerias, Licorería Limantour shines as one of the world’s great cocktail temples. Opened in 2011, it was among the first bars to bring modern craft mixology to Mexico City, helping spark the city’s vibrant bar scene that now draws global attention. Founded by Benjamin Padrón and his team of pioneering bartenders, Limantour is deeply connected to Mexico’s rich drinking traditions, especially agave spirits, but elevates them with international techniques, bold flavor combinations, and playful creativity. The bar’s philosophy respects Mexican heritage while constantly pushing forward — a perfect reflection of Mexico City itself: layered, dynamic, and full of unexpected contrasts. Since its opening, Limantour has earned consistent international acclaim, repeatedly ranking among The World’s 50 Best Bars, and becoming a must-visit for cocktail travelers worldwide. Yet despite its fame, Limantour remains relaxed, full of warmth and Mexico’s legendary hospitality. Two standout cocktails reflect its unique style: 1. Mr. Pink Spirits: Mezcal Koch Espadín (Oaxaca) Aperol (Italy) Homemade grapefruit shrub Lime juice Rosemary syrup Bright, smoky, slightly bitter, and refreshing — a perfect example of how Limantour uses mezcal in vibrant, approachable ways. 2. Margarita Al Pastor (An innovative tribute to Mexico City’s famous tacos al pastor) Spirits: Mezcal Amores Cupreata (Guerrero) House-infused pineapple tequila Achiote syrup Lime juice Tajin rim A brilliant fusion of sweet, savory, smoky, and spicy flavors inspired by the city’s street food heritage. Fifteen non-mainstream spirits regularly used at Licorería Limantour include: Mezcal Real Minero Barril (Oaxaca) Mezcal Tosba Pechuga (Oaxaca) Paranubes Rum Agricole (Oaxaca, Mexico) Charanda Uruapan Blanco Rum (Michoacán, Mexico) Sotol Por Siempre (Chihuahua, Mexico) Raicilla La Venenosa Costa (Jalisco) Bacanora Santo Cuviso (Sonora, Mexico) Gin Katún (Yucatán, Mexico) Nixta Licor de Elote (corn liqueur, Mexico) Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur (Puebla, Mexico) Pasubio Vino Amaro (Italy, Dolomites) St. George Green Chile Vodka (California, USA) Flor del Desierto Sotol Sierra (Chihuahua, Mexico) Cardenxe Sotol Durango (Durango, Mexico) Mezcal Vago Tepeztate (Oaxaca)
