Soggy Dollar Bar – Jost Van Dyke, BVI
Have you been here?
The Soggy Dollar Bar: Paradise in a Plastic Cup
Tucked away on the white sands of Jost Van Dyke in the British Virgin Islands, the Soggy Dollar Bar isn’t just a beach bar—it’s a rite of passage. With no dock in sight, the only way to get there is to swim from your boat to the shore, often with your cash tucked safely in a waterproof bag or your soggy pocket (hence the name).
This laid-back slice of island heaven is world-famous for its signature cocktail: the Painkiller. A smooth, tropical blend of rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, cream of coconut, and a dusting of fresh nutmeg, the Painkiller is a vacation in a glass. And when you’re sipping it with your toes in the sand and turquoise water stretching out in every direction, it really does live up to the name.
What makes it special?
The vibe. The Soggy Dollar Bar has a no-shoes, no-problem kind of energy that makes you forget the rest of the world exists. Hammocks sway between palms, music floats on the breeze, and the beach is scattered with sun-kissed adventurers laughing over drinks, playing ring toss, or just soaking up the moment.
No dock. No worries.
Boats anchor just offshore, and guests swim in, leaving their dollars soggy and their worries behind. It’s not just a bar—it’s an experience. The kind of place you daydream about when you’re stuck in traffic or staring at snow outside your window.
If you ever find yourself island-hopping in the Caribbean, don’t miss this legendary watering hole. Just remember: leave your shoes on the boat, bring your floatie, and order a Painkiller the second your feet hit the sand.
