The Bushwacker Trail
in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
A visit to Alabama’s Beaches isn’t complete without sipping on the area’s signature drink: the bushwacker. Known for its rich and creamy flavor, this boozy treat blends rum, coffee liqueur, crème de cacao, and coconut cream to create a dessert-like cocktail. Originally crafted in 1975 at a pub in the Virgin Islands, the bushwacker made its way stateside thanks to The Sandshaker Beach Bar in Pensacola. Flora-Bama added its own twist to the bushwacker, helping it become a true coastal favorite. It’s the perfect balance of tropical flavors and creamy decadence, offering a sip of paradise in every glass and making it a must-try indulgence in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
50th Bushwacker Anniversary
The bushwacker turns 50 in 2025, and Alabama’s Beaches is the ultimate destination to celebrate! From the classic creamy cocktail to delectable desserts and fun-flavored bushwackers, there are so many ways to enjoy this iconic creation. We have put together a list of 50 places to get your bushwacker on around Alabama's Beaches. Enjoy responsibly!
12 Months of Bushwackers
Local restaurants and bars are crafting everything from the classic creamy cocktail to bold new twists like Peanut Butter in May or Holiday Sweets in December, giving you a fresh reason to visit every month. Curious about where to try a bushwacker or what a bushwacker tastes like? Now’s the perfect time to explore the Gulf Coast’s top bushwacker spots to sip, sample, and savor this iconic drink like never before. Sign up below for our monthly newsletter to stay in the know about this month's flavor and where to get it!
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Restaurants Serving Bushwackers
Curious about where to try a bushwacker or what a bushwacker tastes like? Now’s the perfect time to explore the Gulf Coast’s top bushwacker spots to sip, sample, and savor this iconic drink like never before.
Island Time Daiquiris
We are a New Orleans-style daiquiri bar. Our relaxed sports bar has a tropical theme and offers fruity cocktails and...
Sandshaker at the Wharf
Sandshaker has been a local favorite on Pensacola Beach since 1973 and decided to spread its wings to open at...
Sharky's Seafood House
Specializing in live entertainment, karaoke and steak and seafood! We have an outdoor tiki bar, plenty of parking and come...
Pink Pony Pub
Since 1956, The Pink Pony Pub has been the place for family fun, fresh Gulf shrimp, aged Angus steaks, and...
Wolf Bay Restaurant at Orange Beach
Wolf Bay is a family-owned Gulf Coast tradition known for its high quality fresh seafood & local ambience. Its rich...
Bubba's Seafood House
Established in 1997, Bubba’s Seafood House is a staple on the Alabama Gulf Coast. We recently remodeled adding another bar...
Cotton's Restaurant & Lounge
Since opening in 1985, we have served families, friends and visitors with choice steaks, cold water rock lobster and locally...
Doc's Seafood Shack & Oyster Bar
Serving seafood on the Alabama Gulf Coast since 1983! Come taste the tantalizing dishes offered on the menu at Doc’s...
Flora-Bama Lounge & Oyster Bar
The Flora-Bama Lounge and Package is a Gulf-front oyster bar, beach bar and Gulf Coast cultural landmark, touted as America's...
King Neptune's Seafood Restaurant
Where your seafood adventure begins! We take pride in serving Alabama wild shrimp right off the boat at Bon Secour...
Original Oyster House
Considered the best family-friendly, waterfront seafood restaurant on the Gulf Coast, the Original Oyster House offers award-winning gumbo, alligator, crab...
Shrimp Basket of Gulf Shores
It all began in 1993, when two local guys in Gulf Shores, Alabama decided to open a casual family-focused seafood...
Tacky Jacks - Orange Beach
Tacky Jacks Orange Beach is on the water overlooking Cotton Bayou and the Perdido Pass bridge. We offer family-friendly, casual...
Tacky Jacks - Orange Beach
Tacky Jacks' family-friendly restaurants, have been serving the Gulf Coast for over 41 years. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available...
You can't visit Alabama's Beaches without treating yourself to the signature drink, the bushwacker.