Pool bar at a hostel. Sounds like a recipe for disaster right?

Wrong. Broken Shaker (2727 Indian Creek Dr) makes legitimately excellent drinks. Proper muddling technique. House-made syrups. Reasonable prices for Miami standards ($12-16 cocktails versus $25 tourist traps).

Menu changes seasonally but consistently delivers. Bartenders actually know their spirits — Ask for mezcal recommendations and watch them geek out about small-batch distilleries. Gets packed after 9 PM but worth the wait.

Pro move: Ask for Gabriel if he's working weeknights. Guy sources rare mezcal bottles and makes drinks that would cost $20+ at proper cocktail bars. His off-menu stuff is even better than the printed cocktails.