Mamba Negra
Cocktail Bar & Restaurant · Medellín · Chef Juan David Zapata
Ranked No. 81 on The World's 50 Best Bars list, Mamba Negra in Medellín was co-founded by mixologist Juan David Zapata. The rooftop cocktail bar and restaurant pairs Japanese and Mediterranean techniques with Colombian flavors, serving signature drinks like the Silent Words against 22nd-floor city views.
Cl. 2 #20-50, Piso 22, Q Office Building, El Poblado, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia, Medellín
- #81 World's 50 Best Bars 2025
Menu
Cocktails
- Classic Cocktails Selection (38000) — A collection of 22 classic cocktails — matching the 22 floors of the building — including Mojito, Carajillo, Negroni, custom Gin Tonics, and alcohol-free drinks.
- Mamba Lab 8-Course Tasting (38000) — An immersive 8-course cocktail tasting using 100% Colombian distillates and local products. Each tiny cocktail represents a region of Colombia, accompanied by original music composed by the Filarmónica de Medellín. Born from over a year of investigation.
- Not So Famous (38000) — A cheeky riff on a modern classic cocktail from the Culebrero menu. Part of Mamba Negra's playful approach to reinterpreting well-known serves.
- Silent Words (38000) — A modern classic riff from the Culebrero signature menu. Named in Mamba Negra's distinctive storytelling style.
- Cocktails are priced around (12)
The Experience
On a rooftop and with an urban view. The meal is structured around a tasting menu.
- Format: Tasting menu
- Setting: Rooftop, Urban view
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