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2012 - Issue 3 - April/May

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photography by brian brown (rhumbar); cilicia waggoner (glass); courtesy of cabo wabo (hagar) Guide imbibe Rhumbar's luxe patio at Mirage a taste of the islands FROM SUGAR RIMS TO MINT LEAVES, STIRRING UP THE CITY'S MOST TROPICAL FLAVORS AND EXOTIC FRUITY COCKTAILS. by nicolette pantaleo Cabo Wabo Cantina V inside the Flamingo. an Halen frontman Sammy Hagar's cantina imports his famed Mexican beach party palace to Las Vegas, offering more than 60 tequilas. Included is his Cabo Wabo tequila, used to make margaritas such as cactus pear or coconut. Try the Toasted Colada with the just-launched Sammy's Beach Bar Rum. Miracle Mile Shops, 702-385- 2226; cabowabocantina.com Mexican Grill C wood carvings and giant glowing puffer fish to enjoy fruit fusion specialty drinks served in a souvenir mug. Just remember: The more skull heads per glass, the higher the alcohol content. 1712 W. Charleston Blvd., 702- 385-3110; frankiestikiroom.com Fusion H andcrafted cocktails from Mexico, Trinidad, Brazil, and Peru spice up your life in this Coconuts Beach Bar & flavors of Latin America. Bring circular bar, inspired by the alling all beach bums: The second island-inspired bar to hit Town Square offers more than 100 fruity concoctions, as well as tasty Mexican fare. Choose from a menu of margaritas, mojitos, martinis, and sangrias for a memorable spring night out. Town Square Las Vegas, 702-823- 5051; coconutsvegas.com Fireside Lounge A s seen in such nostalgic Vegas films as Casino and Showgirls, this kitschy lounge inside The Peppermill is a throwback to another era. Marvel at the oversized Scorpion signature drink and other exotic mixtures accompanied by fresh fruit skewers, as well as the indoor fireside pool, at this romantic, 24-hour bar. 2985 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702-735- 4177; peppermilllasvegas.com Frankie's Tiki Room S tep into a tiki pavilion amid 130 vegasmagazine.com your sweet tooth; the mixologists at Fusion create savory drinks with sugar, lemon or lime juice, and fresh fruits. The Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino, 702-607-7777; palazzo.com Kahunaville " The Original Party Bar," known for outrageous, vivacious tropical drinks, serves up a "party in a bottle" with Kahunaville's flavored rum. Flair bartenders entertain and serve up shots, a momentary distraction from this tourist hot spot's signature, candy bowl-sized Big Kahuna cocktail. Treasure Island, 702-894-7390; kahunaville.com Margaritaville W ho better epitomizes the breezy island lifestyle than Jimmy Buffett? Inspired by his chart- topping song of the same name, this paradise is an ideal place to dine, drink, and wile away the day (or night). Margaritaville even boasts its very own casino Flamingo, 702-733-3302; margaritavillelasvegas.com Rhumbar A C aribbean fortress of impec- cable lounging and outré cocktails, this luxurious Strip hangout is a must-visit. Start the season off right with its fruity mixed drinks, including the popular Spanish Trampoline and Latin Manhattan. The Mirage Hotel & Casino, 702-792-7615; rhumbarlv.com Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar T BEACH BUM celebrate cinco de mayo with cabo wabo cantina owner sammy hagar. his popular line of vacation and resort wear has expanded to cocktails at this gourmet island restaurant right on the park. Rum is the speciality of the house; choose from an array of hand- crafted rum cocktails. Piña colada cake, coconut lime daiquiri, or citrus ginger punch, anyone? Town Square Las Vegas, 702-948- 8006; tommybahama.com VooDoo Rooftop Nightclub T his 51st-floor hot spot casts a spell with nightly DJs, VIP bottle service, and jaw-dropping views. Be enticed by VooDoo's world- famous Witch Doctor, a colorful concoction that mixes Cruzan, Malibu, Captain Morgan spiced rum, and tropical fruit juices. A chunk of dry ice adds mystique to this holy grail of cocktails. Rio Hotel & Casino, 702-777- 6875; riolasvegas.com V Why does a laidback beach bar work on the Strip? some nights you want to be all glamorous and shiny, but sometimes you just want to kick back. What's your favorite summery drink? our coconut margarita at cabo wabo. it's a chick drink, so i sit it next to my wife with a straw and drink it. How do you celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Cabo Wabo? with a margarita in one hand, a taco in the other, and a big bowl of salsa splashing on everything.

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