Beat the Heat with Rum, Shaved Ice, and Rooftop Views at W Nashville’s Butterfly
Y’all, if this summer heat hasn’t turned us all into puddle-shaped humans yet, it’s certainly come close. And since our beloved Dive Motel seems to have given up the ghost for good (pour one out for a legend), those of us without a backyard pool are left scrambling for a cool place to land. Luckily, I’ve got the inside scoop on a fresh rooftop sanctuary that’s about to save your weekend.
Enter Butterfly, the gorgeous pool bar floating high above the city on the 13th floor of the W Nashville. Now, because it’s a José Andrés joint, I was already head-over-heels before I even stepped off the elevator. But here is the real secret: the rooftop is designed so that a gorgeous cross-breeze sweeps right through the building, giving you that sweet, natural air conditioning we’re all praying for. Even better? You don’t need a room key to join the party.
National Rum Day at the Rooftop
If you need an excuse to treat yourself, Butterfly is teaming up with Sonrisa Puerto Rican Rum for a killer National Rum Day celebration on Saturday, August 15, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. They’ve crafted a limited-edition cocktail lineup that’s practically vacation in a glass:
- Golden Hour Reserva: A smoky, elevated spin on a classic Old Fashioned.
- Island Smile Daiquiri: A bright, melon-forward honeydew daiquiri.
- Pineapple Presidente: A tropical, cheeky twist on the classic El Presidente.
- Papaya Paradise: A lush, dreamy papaya colada.
Chef-Curated Bites & Boozy Shaved Ice
Because you can’t live on rum alone (trust me, I’ve tried), there will be a menu of chef-curated light bites available for purchase. You can nibble on ahi tuna-coconut ceviche served with crispy fried plantain chips, savory empanadas, flautas de carnitas, and a gorgeous tres leches cake topped with seasonal fruit.
The real star of the evening, though? A traditional Puerto Rican piragua (shaved ice) cart! You can get yours torqued up with Sonrisa Platino rum in flavors like Mojito and Spicy Passionfruit, or keep it family-friendly with non-alcoholic favorites like coconut, watermelon, blood orange, and nostalgic blue raspberry. Throw in a live DJ spinning tunes and some free Sonrisa Rum swag, and you’ve got the recipe for a perfect Nashville evening.
How to Join the Party
There is no cover charge and zero need for reservations. Just strut on over to the W Nashville at 300 12th Ave. S., zoom up to the 13th floor, and follow the sound of the DJ. Stay cool out there, friends!