Jul 17, 2024

Café Madrid Valencia

The origin of Agua de Valencia

"It is undoubtedly one of the best cocktail bars in Valencia, and it has an extensive menu of cocktails and spirits. Don't miss the opportunity to try the original Agua de Valencia!"

The well-known Café Madrid originates in an old inn from the early 20th century in which, in addition to serving food and drinks to travellers, it was a place for political gatherings. It was in 1940 that it was renamed Cervecería Madrid, and in 1959, its owner Constante Gil Rodríguez invented the famous cocktail known as Agua de Valencia.

According to the original recipe, it is made from orange juice (Valencia oranges, of course) and a mixture of several types of alcohol (champagne, gin, vodka) as well as ice and sugar. The establishment is located in the city's heart, next to the splendid Palacio del Marqués de Dos Aguas.

After its closure in 2015, it was renovated and reopened in 2018, preserving the most original elements (mirrors, advertising posters and old photographs) while giving it a modern, functional, and cosy touch. It is undoubtedly one of the best cocktail bars in Valencia, and it has an extensive menu of cocktails and spirits. Don't miss the opportunity to try the original Agua de Valencia!

 

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