Summer’s heating up, which is why it’s the perfect time to cool down with summer cocktails in Arizona. New happy hours, seasonal sips and and creative cocktails and mocktails are popping up all over the Valley. Whether chasing the sultry mood of a speakeasy, craving a coffee-spiked martini, or looking for themed drink deals that keep the good times flowing, this roundup has your next favorite sip covered. From Scottsdale’s luxe lounges and vintage-inspired cafés to farm-to-table sangrias and playful tiki bars, these spots are serving up everything to make summer nights (and days) sizzle.

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Summer cocktails and happy hour steals to sip now in Arizona

Tell Your Friends

Where: Scottsdale, AZ
When: Happy hour available Wednesday through Sunday, 5–6 p.m.
What’s New: TYF just launched its first-ever happy hour, bringing Chef Beau MacMillan’s signature flair to an indulgent lineup of elevated bar bites, luxe seafood specials and artfully crafted cocktails, all at a steal. Think: $15 specialty cocktails, $12 well highballs, $9 sommelier’s choice wines, $5 beers and bites like Pork Belly Truffle Mac and caviar-topped chicken tenders.
Why go: Recently crowned Bar of the Year, this sultry Scottsdale spot oozes downtown energy and upscale edge, perfect for date nights, girls’ nights or a happy hour with serious taste.
Website: tellyourfriendsaz.com

Three Beans Café

Where: Scottsdale, AZ
When: Happy hour Monday–Friday, 3–6 p.m.; $13 martinis all day on Tuesdays
What’s New: Espresso martinis are the star at this retro-chic café tucked just off Fifth Avenue, along with creative “coftails” (coffee cocktails) you won’t find anywhere else. Enjoy $10 martinis and discounted sips during happy hour in a space filled with vintage charm and classic movie vibes.
Why go: Cozy, cool and completely unique, it’s the kind of place where you’ll want to linger long after the last sip. Perfect for a midweek reset or low-key catch-up.
IG: instagram.com/threebeanscafe

Salt + Lime Modern Mexican Grill

Where: Scottsdale + Cave Creek, AZ
When: Happy hour Monday–Saturday, 3–6 p.m.; all day Sunday
What’s New: This is a daily destination for themed happy hour deals, from Margarita Monday and Taco Tuesday to Wine Down Wednesday and Senorita Saturday. Expect $7 margaritas, taco specials, half-off wine bottles, tequila deals and more.
Why go: With festive flavors, generous food deals ($10 Diablo eggs), and a vibrant patio setting, Salt + Lime nails that fun-and-flavorful energy we crave all summer long.
Website: saltandlimeaz.com

Maya Day + Nightclub

Where: Scottsdale, AZ
When: Available now
What’s New: This party palace just launched a head-turning new cocktail lineup as bold as its poolside scene. From the floral Azure Mojito to the dreamy Moonlit Dream, each sip is handcrafted to cool you down and amp you up.
Why go: It’s giving vacation-in-a-glass. Whether you’re lounging poolside or dancing under desert lights, Maya’s drinks bring flavor and flair.
Website: mayaclubaz.com

North Italia 

Where: Multiple AZ locations
When: July 2 through Labor Day; happy hour Monday–Friday, 3–6 p.m.
What’s New: Summer Sips Campaign: A limited-edition drink menu featuring 16 music-inspired cocktails created by North’s mixologists across the country. Expect nostalgic, seasonal vibes in every sip, with regionally exclusive drinks and three national cocktails offered at $12 during happy hour.
Why go: Think “cocktails meets playlist.” This menu is perfect for anyone who sips with the season, and loves discovering a drink as unique as their taste in tunes.
Website: northitalia.com

The Uncommon Chandler

Where: Chandler, AZ
When: Whiskey & Western Wednesdays, 8–11 p.m.
What’s New: This community-driven hotspot is bringing the heat every week with live country music, high-energy Western vibes and food + drink deals like $9 wings, $6 beer cans and $7 Jack and Cokes.
Why go: The Uncommon isn’t just a bar, it’s an experience. Come for the whiskey, stay for the live music, and catch that Chandler-good energy.
Website: uncommonchandler.com

The Peacock at DC Ranch

Where: Scottsdale, AZ
When: Available now
What’s New: This hidden speakeasy inside The Living Room at DC Ranch just dropped a wildly creative summer cocktail lineup, blending nostalgic flavors with high-end craft. Highlights include a Mint Chip Martini, dill-infused Negroni, Lychee Mojito and a smoky house Old Fashioned.
Why go: Elevated, imaginative, and moody in all the right ways. The Peacock is the kind of spot that makes a night out feel like a secret worth keeping.
Website: peacockdcranch.com

Buca di Beppo

Where: 16091 N Arrowhead Fountains Center Dr, Peoria, AZ  85382 and 1730 S Val Vista Dr, Mesa, AZ 85204
When: Monday–Friday, 4–7 p.m.
What’s New: The newly revamped “Happiest of Hours” menu includes $6 draft beers, refreshing Aperol Spritzes, and housemade sangrias starting at $6, all served throughout the bar, patio and dining room.
Why go: This is happy hour done right: casual, celebratory and loaded with crowd-pleasers that pair perfectly with Buca’s generous Italian eats.
Website: dineatbuca.com/locations

The Beverly on Main

Where: Old Town Scottsdale, AZ
When: Happy hour Sunday–Thursday, 4–7 p.m.; late-night Fridays & Saturdays
What’s New: This vintage glam lounge is serving up a fresh summer cocktail menu featuring playful sips like Pushing Rope, Miss Peaches and Pinkity Drinkity. They also host seasonal “Friends With Benefits” cocktail launch parties, keeping the vibe lively and luxe all season long.
Why go: With moody lighting, elevated craft cocktails and a chic DJ-spun atmosphere on weekends, The Beverly offers an upscale yet inviting experience, perfect for those who crave vintage style and serious sip-worthy drinks.
Website: beverlyonmain.com

Tipsy Egg

Where: Downtown Chandler, AZ
When: Early Bird specials available Monday–Friday, open–10 a.m.
What’s New: Tipsy Egg is cracking into summer with boozy brunch cocktails like the Silky Sunrise — a tropical blend of Aperol, mango, pineapple and passionfruit — plus scratch-made breakfast, lunch and baked goods. 
Why go: It’s the ultimate breakfast and brunch cocktail destination. Come for the eggs, stay for the sips, and beat the heat with a side of local flavor.
Website: tipsyeggchandler.com

Cook & Craft

Where: North Scottsdale, AZ
When: Available all season long
What’s New: Craving a tropical drink but no time to take a tropical vacation? Cook & Craft is pouring summer in a glass with $8 rum cocktails featuring smooth Kasama rum, bright citrus, and fresh fruit. From classic Daiquiris to fruity Mai Tais, each drink is crafted for easy sipping and island vibes.
Why go: Whether you’re winding down after work or gearing up for the weekend, these limited-time cocktails are the perfect excuse to gather with friends, kick back on the patio, and toast to good times.
Website: cookandcraftaz.com