The New York Knicks currently hold a series lead over the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA Finals, and New York City is teeming with excitement. So much so that many bars and restaurants are offering some pretty exciting drink or snack specials designed to keep the cocktails and conversations flowing as the games roll on.
NY Knicks Rainbow Cookie Shake
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NY Knicks Rainbow Cookie Shake at Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer.
At Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer, they teamed up with Brooklyn’s Fortunato Bros. bakery to drop a NY Knicks Rainbow Cookie Shake. This delicious-looking shake involves a rich blue velvet cake shake base, the glass is finished with a cannoli frosted rim sporting orange and blue sprinkles. It’s finished with a Fortunato Bros. Knicks rainbow cookie, whipped cream, and a cherry and will be available throughout the Finals series.
At The Muse New York’s cafe Little Opus, Brunson’s Buzzer is a Knicks-inspired blue margarita with ginger. This refreshing drink mixes Blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, blue curaçao, dry orange liqueur, and ginger syrup. It’s then topped off with a salted rim and served on the rocks.
“The Knicks have brought so much energy to New York this season, and we wanted to reflect that excitement at Little Opus. Whether guests are heading to a watch party or celebrating a win, this limited-time cocktail is our toast to the team’s remarkable Finals run,” said Aurelio Rojas, bartender at The Muse.
At Legasea at Moxy Times Square, strawberry compote, vanilla diplomat, lemon sponge, bourbon creme anglaise, covered in a basketball-shaped shell uncovered by blue hot chocolate.
"At Legasea, we're always looking for creative ways to connect our culinary offerings to the energy of New York sports," said Julian Wrede, Senior Director of F&B Operations at TAO Group Hospitality. “The Strawberry SCORECake brings that vision to life, combining interactive presentation with bright, seasonal flavors to give Knicks fans a dessert worth celebrating.”
Go New York Go Cocktail is New York City-based Hotel Seville’s spirited take on the classic Aperol Spritz. Made with Aperol, prosecco, soda water, and fresh orange, the cocktail is bright, refreshing, and perfectly suited for toasting game-day victories or enjoying a summer evening in NoMad.
"The decision to go for something so classic like an Aperol spritz comes from the fact we wanted to give people what they look for when gathering together to enjoy unique moments like this one and be able to order something classic, light, refreshing and perfectly on point with the colors of the team," said Giacommo Ellena, Director of Bar Operations of LDV Hospitality.
In the Times Square area of New York City, AperiBar’s seasonal cocktail, the Knicks Spritz, gives fans a spirited way to celebrate the Knicks during their Finals run. Inspired by New York pride, the cocktail features Blue Curaçao, elderflower liqueur, prosecco, fresh lemon, and a splash of club soda.
Fried PB&J
At Magic Hour Rooftop at Moxy Times Square, this fun treat is a Fried PB&J made with grape jelly and peanut butter cream, topped with Knicks Blue & Orange frosting.
"We wanted to take a nostalgic favorite and give it a playful, elevated twist for Knicks fans," said Julian Wrede, Senior Director of F&B Operations at TAO Group Hospitality. “The Fried PB&J combines familiar flavors with a vibrant blue and orange finish, creating a dessert that's both fun, shareable, and unmistakably New York.”
Available at Atomic Wings, and in honor of the Knicks, this drink is made with blue cotton candy, Crush orange soda, coconut creme, orange whipped foam, and blue edible confetti.
“Atomic Wings was born in New York City, so creating a Knicks-inspired drink felt like a natural way to celebrate the city and fans that helped build our brand. The Orange & Blue colors represent more than just a basketball team—they represent the energy, pride, and resilience of New York. As a NYC-founded brand, we wanted to capture that excitement in a product that’s bold, fun, and unmistakably New York," said Zak Omar, CEO, Atomic Wings.