Spritz, Moscow Mule, Mojito… In just a few years, cocktails have taken over the scene, and mixology has become an art in its own right. Morocco is no exception, and La Pergola—the first rooftop bar ever created in Marrakech, back in 1998—was quickly established as the cocktail bar of the medina, with iconic creations such as the Berber Mojito, the Morocco Mule, and the Love in the Orange Grove (LOG), which have since become classics.
Today, Riad Monceau takes things even further with the launch of “Caravan”, the first cocktail bar & jazz club in Marrakech.
Inspired by legendary venues featured on the renowned @50BestBars list—which ranks the best cocktail bars on the planet—Caravan offers even the most discerning enthusiasts a collection of exclusive signature cocktails created by the master of the house, photographer Marc Antoine, in collaboration with a handpicked team of elite bartenders and mixologists.
The Caravan cocktail menu reads like a storybook, weaving together the two meanings of the word “Caravan”: the iconic desert caravan crossing vast, endless sands at a slow and steady pace, and the famous jazz standard composed in the early 1930s by the great Duke Ellington.
As you flip through the pages, you’ll discover enchanting creations with names like Bagdad Café, In Bed with Sheherazade, Jazz Mint Tea, or the already legendary A Martini for Oum, which Bogart himself, in the Casablanca era, would no doubt have approved of. These are refined blends that introduce the traditionally Western world of cocktails to the captivating flavors of the Orient.
It’s a promise of an extraordinary journey—one that will take you far beyond the legendary flying carpet of myth—along the mysterious Silk Road, all while you remain nestled in the stunning setting of Riad Monceau and the elegant lounges of Caravan.
It’s also the perfect opportunity to unwind to the jazzy sounds of the Black Experience band, performing live every evening for the pleasure of true @bluenote lovers.
So, if you’re wondering where to sip the best cocktails in Marrakech, look no further: head to Caravan at Riad Monceau. And if by chance it’s fully booked (which, let’s admit, happens often), or if you prefer the modern vibe of the Gueliz district, be sure to check out Baromètre—another top-tier address for mixology. A speakeasy with a garage-style decor, meticulously crafted cocktails, and flawless service… It’s an absolute must.
