Puglia is land of wine and there’s a lot to try, but some local cocktail bars are really pushing things to the very next level. It is not only about the drinks, this list also includes more simple places with good vibe and music. No matter what you like, Salento has got something for all taste buds, so grab the glass and go for new discovers

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LECCE TOWN

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INLAND

Farmacia dei Contenti, Ruffano

Ruffano is really deep down south, but no matters where you are this bar deserves a dedicated trip. The newborn from the founders of the nearby, glorious restaurant Farmacia Dei Sani, here you can taste their “entropic liqueurs” which they create themselves strictly out of natural ingredients into amazing terracotta bowls. Fine service with good vibe

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Sagrestia, Martano

Two Milan based photographers had set their dream bar here, within a sacristy in the beautiful town of Martano. Their ultimate mission is that of pushing the boundaries of mixology to the next level, in a charming atmoshere where their thrilling visual art meets their passion for good drinks

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Roger 65, Galatina

The best bar in the area – and definitely one of Puglia’s-, Roger 65 is simply amazing.Most spirits here are produced at the adiacent in-house laboratory, a magical place where alcohol comes elevated to the state of a divinity. An experience. Nice interiors and romantic alfresco space in one of old town Galatina beautiful streets.

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Schola Sarmenti, Nardò

The wine bar from multi awarded canteen Schola Sarmenti is cute. Come in for a wine tasting, an charming al-fresco dinner, or just for a glass at the cute bistrot. Good wine lives here

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SEASIDE

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Birreghe, San Foca

One of my very favorite bars. Since 2015 the young owners Marta and Filippo keep the otherwise boring village San Foca alive and groovy with their state of state of art drinks, and quality funky music from the best local dj’s, until 3 am every night. All the way by the harbor. Yo!

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Blanc, Gallipoli

Hip design store in old town Gallipoli serving quality drinks in a classy ambience of art and design. I like the cocktail list which is essential but creative, assorted with an immense choice of premium spirits for cocktals of the highest quality

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Km 0, S.Maria al bagno

Best sunset spot. It is not about quality drinks though, it is all about the energy: as the sun goes down the best local dj’s play good music eclectic music for an eclectic crowd of nearly 1000 every day. Come after the beach and enjoy the relaxing, laidback atmosphere while socializing, dancing or just chilling by the rocks with the sun in your face. Suggestive!

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Maestrale, Otranto

Located by the beach in the town centre, sunset to after dinner Maestrale is the ultimate quality bar in Otranto. Slightly glamorous yet still casual and fun, it gives its best at sunset time, then after dinner the beats go up and you can dance till late to some “ok” music

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Farmacia Balboa, Tricase

Experience the authentic “piazzetta vibe” at this landmark bar owned by the mighty Helen Mirren: perfect mixture of world class mixology, good design and classy vibe in Tricase’s charming main square. Meet celebrities and local jet set here, all in a very relaxed mood.

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