Rum Journal: Your Own Private Beach Bar in Dominica

By: - November 24th, 2013

ROSEAU — YOU MIGHT pass by it 99 times out of 100.

It’s just a few minutes outside of Roseau on the road toward Scotts Head, tucked in a quiet alley. But the quiet “The Pirates Bar” in Dominica is your own private beach bar.

The bar, which specializes in fresh juices and an assortment of mostly local rums, is typically quiet, meaning you’ll frequently have it all to yourself.

Indeed, it’s one of tiny Dominica’s charms – its laid back, relaxed, and, most importantly, quiet vibe.

Indeed, Pirates is one of what are truly dozens of similar bars, right on the water, ready for a comfortable sunset lime with just you and the Caribbean Sea.

We recommend a Soca Rum and pineapple juice.

— CJ

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