The Bar Mediceo, set like a jewel in the main villa, is a glamorous and alluring lounge where
guests can sip an aperitif or one of the signature cocktails crafted by resident mixologist Alessio Baneschi.
The cocktail list is presented in two sections: “La Villa”, which is based on Villa La Massa’s
past and its most eminent guests. “Like a Virgin” is one of the signature cocktails, dedicated
to Madonna, a famous guest of the hotel. It’s a twist on the Cosmopolitan, whose colours are
loyal to the original thanks to a hibiscus infusion. The “Iris” cocktail also takes centre stage:
vodka, iris cordial, bitters and orange pay tribute to the famous iris gardens at Villa La Massa.
The second section, “Como-Firenze”, aimed at connecting Villa d’Este and Villa La Massa,
features exceedingly refined drinks. “Nocciolino” is a homage to traditional cookies from
Como and the world-famous lake. Nocciolini di Canzo are hazelnut cookies and the cocktail
is bound to Florence with vin santo.
On summer evenings, the Bar Mediceo moves outdoors into the piazza overlooking the Arno for an even more enticing ambience, made magical by the surrounding Tuscan views.
