What traditional drinks should I try while visiting the island's towns and beaches?

Many of the island’s most beloved drinks have roots stretching back through its rich cultural heritage, reflecting influences from the Mediterranean and local craftsmanship. One cannot visit without sampling Hierbas, a fragrant herbal liqueur flavored with wild fennel, lemon verbena, and other aromatic herbs native to the Tramuntana mountains. It’s often served chilled as a digestif in towns like Sóller or Deià, where centuries-old distilleries have perfected the recipe.

For something different, Palo, a bitter-sweet vermouth made from carob and herbs, offers a distinctive taste that pairs wonderfully with tapas such as pa amb oli or sobrassada — specialties found throughout Palma and Pollensa. On the coast, especially during beach days at Es Trenc or Cala Mondragó, local wines from Binissalem vineyards provide a crisp refreshment, showcasing indigenous grapes that thrive in the island’s limestone soils.

Whether enjoyed while watching the sunset from Formentor's cliffs or during a lively celebration like Sant Sebastià in Palma, these traditional drinks offer more than flavor; they evoke the island’s landscape, history, and celebrations in every glass.