If you’re exploring Colorado Springs nightlife and searching for the pinnacle of craft cocktails, the bars and lounges at Garden of the Gods Resort & Club deliver a true cocktail experience. From the glowing Turkish onyx bar at the Grand View bar to the creative program at Garden of the Gods bars like Rocks Lounge, our team of expert bartenders blends classic technique with mountain-modern style to produce truly unique cocktails and thoughtful beverage pairings to match.
Table of Contents
- Where to Sip: Grand View Bar & Rocks Lounge
- Signature Cocktails & Off-Menu Finds
- Mixology + Wine & Culinary Pairings
- Rum Forward: Why We Love Cane Spirits
- The Menus & Where to Start
- Zero-Proof & Wellness-Driven Sips
- How to Order Like a Pro: Mixology Tips from the Bar
- Ready for Your Next Cocktail Experience?
Where to Sip: Grand View Bar & Rocks Lounge
The newly reimagined Grand View is an elevated dining room with a serious bar program backed by a back-lit Turkish onyx bar that sets the tone for an upscale, design-forward upscale lounge experience. Springs Magazine called Grand View a “must-go,” highlighting the restaurant’s panoramic views and top-shelf cocktail program, and noting that the team has been “training and experimenting together in mixology labs in Denver.” It even spotlights the bartenders by name and calls out several signature pours (more on those below).
Just a short stroll away, Rocks Lounge pairs artisan fare with handcrafted drinks and sweeping vistas, another favorite among Garden of the Gods bars for sunset sips before dinner or a nightcap with friends.
Signature Cocktails & Off-Menu Finds
Our program embraces both balance and boldness, featuring signature cocktails that showcase technique, premium spirits, and smart flavor architecture. At Grand View, Springs Magazine highlights the GoG Old Fashioned — a refined build that layers Ron Zacapa 23 with Distillery 291’s Decc liqueur. They also rave about an off-menu “Presidential Old Fashioned” featuring Diplomático Reserva, a smoked cherry-wood finish, and dessert-friendly cherry-chocolate notes. The feature also spotlights a Pistachio Lime Gin Sour crafted by the bar team—an example of the playful, ingredient-driven approach behind our unique cocktails.
These pours underscore how the resort’s expert bartenders marry technique with storytelling, positioning Garden of the Gods among the region’s standouts for craft cocktails within Colorado Springs nightlife.
Mixology + Wine & Culinary Pairings
Cocktails aren’t the only star. Grand View’s program integrates wine pairings and a glass-wall wine display to complement seasonal menus, another reason local coverage placed the venue among the area’s best dining rooms and bars. The culinary leadership has emphasized a “modern American, approachable” philosophy that keeps the experience fresh for members, resort guests, and locals alike, ensuring the bar’s beverage pairings are as thoughtful as the cuisine.
Rum Forward: Why We Love Cane Spirits
If you’re a fan of rum cocktails, you’ll find plenty to explore. The Grand View focuses on aged rum and the off-menu classics, examples of how we honor classics while keeping the profile unmistakably our own.
The Menus & Where to Start
Ready to plan your evening? The resort’s dining and drinks hub points you to current menus (including cocktails, zero-proof lists, and wine) so you can map your cocktail experience, from aperitif to nightcap, across multiple venues. If you’re new, start at the Grand View bar for a signature or off-menu build, then shift to Rocks Lounge for an after-dinner classic and mountain-view conversation.
Zero-Proof & Wellness-Driven Sips
Not drinking tonight? You’ll still get a full cocktail experience. Our expert bartenders craft spirit-free libations with the same care as our signature cocktails. These zero-proof creations shine at the Grand View bar and throughout our Garden of the Gods bars, offering refreshing balance for wellness-minded guests or designated drivers exploring Colorado Springs nightlife. Ask for a bartender’s choice and enjoy beverage pairings with dinner, proof that great craft cocktails don’t have to include spirits.
How to Order Like a Pro: Mixology Tips from the Bar
Elevate your evening with a few insider cues. Share your flavor map (citrus, bitter, herbal, savory) and preferred base (whiskey, gin, agave, or rum cocktails if you love barrel sweetness). Curious about unique cocktails? Request a classic with a Garden of the Gods twist, or ask the bar team to design something that complements your entrée for seamless wine pairings or spirit-led matches.
Ready for Your Next Cocktail Experience?
Whether you’re chasing the city’s most inspired mixology or simply want to savor craft cocktails with a backdrop of red-rock spires, Garden of the Gods delivers. With destination-worthy spaces, a design-driven upscale lounge vibe, and a bar team celebrated by local media, it’s a benchmark for Garden of the Gods bars and a standout stop in Colorado Springs nightlife.
Join us tonight!
