Here is nothing quite like being prepared for the wildest nightlife you can imagine. Welcome to our pub crawl in Barcelona – take a closer look at the life of its hot spots. Each halt is an opportunity for a new tale, and each glass of alcoholic beverage is a waiting experience in the night. Here is how the author prepares the audience for her story which is followed by an intriguing narrative.

Welcome to Barcelona where one finds night life at its best and the city’s bar scene is un-matching. So I asked myself why it has to be so hard to find a good local or tourist bar to have a drink and enjoy the environment. In this guide, our mission is to turn you into a bar hopping expert by showing you some of the most unique bars in Barcelona.

1. Dry Martini

This place has been making great cocktails since 1978, and, therefore, can be considered one of the premiere watering holes of Barcelona. This place has a utilitarian style and looks very aristocratic; it serves excellent martini cocktail. Some of the best mixologists work here and no concoction is too complicated for these guys to whip up. Definitely try their Dry Martini cocktail; this never disappoints some of the clients in the bar.

2. Paradiso

If you’re an admirer of complicated and mysterious places and also a true fan of drinking places, Paradiso should be in your selection. Located opposite a fast-food joint aesthetically appearances this speakeasy style bar is hidden judiciously behind the front of a pseudo pastrami sandwich store. Behind the curtain and you will be in another hall with truly magnificent cocktail and impressive energy. You should not fail to taste some of the new inventions they came up with, for instance the La Vida Bella which is a combination of fruits.

3. Bitter Cocktail Bar

Located in the heart of El Born – the cocktail epicentre of Barcelona – Bitter Cocktail Bar awaits those eager for some potent spirits. The bar has a great feel and great people make it every enjoyable to have a great and at times exotic drink. Apart from the ordinary drinks, they also have their specialties on beverages: Bitter has options for everyone. You should not leave this bar without trying their Old Fashioned; this is a cocktail made from quality whiskey and topped up with a secret syrup.

4. La Confiteria

Here at La Confiteria, you may take a glimpse of the history of Barcelona. This bar occupies premises that used to be a confectionery shop from the XIX century. It first truly feels like you’re stepping back in time as you enter La Confiteria, the old styled interior mixed with colorful design definitely adds up to the atmosphere. It has a vast variety of spirits for sale as well as a friendly environment that makes it suitable for a mature drink. For the real taste of Spain try their vermouth, a kind of wine which people have before the meal.

5. El Xampanyet

However if you are into a basic bar experience then El Xampanyet is a place that fits the bill. Founded in 1929 by the progenitor of the present owners, this bar continues to offer homemade and imported beverages to patrons. Well known for the delicious tastes of its tapas and the Vinoselections, El Xampanyet is an impressing location with a lot of vibre. Snap up a stool at the bar and try their cava, for which Catalonia has come to be associated with celebrations.

Conclusion

In the case of Barcelona, a tourist is spoiled to be choice with literally hundreds of bars, each with its own style. Whether you’re getting a good old fashioned cocktail, a contemporary one or an even traditional one in that sense, it is all out there. Make sure you check on these best bars and get to interact with the best booze joints in the Barcelona’s city. Cheers!