Playa Largo can be found tucked away at MM 97. It’s a gorgeous, high-end resort that sits right on the bay with all the best views.
Many Keys residents aren’t aware that it is home to Sol By The Sea, a restaurant that welcomes locals and the public. On boat days that I venture from north Key Largo to Islamorada, I stop midway at Playa Largo. They have dockage and a dock attendant available. Right next to the boat slips is where you’ll find Sol By The Sea. I run upstairs and get my usual, the dragon fruit mojito.
This drink is what the kids nowadays would call “instagrammable.” The neon pink libation definitely turns heads. They accomplish the vibrant color with fresh dragon fruit. Get it to go or get it served in a glass that sits tall and is topped with fresh mint and lime. The bright green colors are the perfect contrast to the dragon fruit fuchsia and really give a visual pop.
Everything about this beverage looks like it would be extremely sweet, but I promise it is not. It hits all the notes of the simple ingredients of a classic mojito with a fun twist.
Any time I or someone else orders this, you see patrons pointing and asking their waiter, “what cocktail is that?” If you weren’t already aware, one of Cuba’s most famed drinks is the mojito. What better way than to have one made from scratch by a Havana native and Sol By The Sea bartender, Javier. I jump with joy every time I see Javi tending to the bar. The funny thing is, I’m not the only one. I noticed every time cocktails at Sol By the Sea are the topic of discussion, someone always mentions “make sure to ask for Javi, he makes the best drinks,” and he really does.
I also want to warn you, sip slowly. This is one of those refreshments you could easily end up saying another one and another one. So do yourself a favor, shake things up a little bit. Order the fun drink for once and soak in the views at Sol By The Sea.
