Forklift

05/21/2026

Just a quick reminder that we will be closed Monday for Memorial Day!

We hope everyone has a safe holiday weekend filled with good food, good company, and a little extra time to relax. We’ll see y’all back at Forklift on Tuesday.

05/18/2026

Even the dog needs a vacation sometimes. The Island Dog is a bright and tropical cocktail that features Mississippi's own Cut Above bourbon, and we decided to really push the flavor of this one by going with their latest release, Dogman.

This sweet and spicy whisky is paired with pineapple, lemon, orange, bitters, and a dash of Hoodoo Chicory to really bring all those funky tiki flavors to the forefront. There's only so many of this limited release bottle, so don't be a lazy mutt and grab an Island Dog while they last. 🐶🏝️

05/09/2026

Meet the Red Letter ❤️

Bright, refreshing, and just the right amount of bold — this cocktail brings together fresh strawberry, citrus, and a smooth botanical finish that keeps you coming back for another sip.

Perfect for Mother’s Day weekend 🍓🍸 Come celebrate with us!

05/06/2026

Meet the Lime in the Coconut 🌺🥥

Made with blood orange, house-made cream of coconut, tequila, rum, fresh lime, and bitters, this cocktail is bright, tropical, silky smooth, and perfectly balanced.

A little citrus, a little island vibe, and the perfect excuse for one more round. Stop by and sip into the weekend with us! ✨

04/30/2026

It's time to elevate your comfort food experience, and what better way than with our Cuban Grilled Cheese.

Smoked pork, ham, Swiss, crunchy pickles, and mustard, toasted to a perfect golden finish. Indulgent and unmistakably satisfying.

Available every day for lunch. 🥪👌

04/24/2026

Just because you're not on the water doesn't mean you can't have a boat drink. ⛵️🍹

Jamaican rum
Coconut
Pineapple
Cinnamon syrup
Jamaican bitters
Toasted coconut rim

04/18/2026

Don't miss seeing Jared at Kocktail King tonight, it's still not too late to buy tickets. 👀

🍸👑 Meet the Talent! 👑🍸

Jared McAnally is a bartender with over 10 years of experience behind the bar. Representing Forklift in Tupelo, Mississippi, Jared is competing in the Kocktail King cocktail competition. His favorite cocktail to make is a Sazerac, and his favorite to drink is a Reposado Old Fashioned.
Jared is excited to showcase his skills and connect with fellow cocktail enthusiasts. Come out to support him at Kocktail King. Tickets are still available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kocktail-king-tickets-1984403100091?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

04/10/2026

Is anybody else craving a Mai Tai..?

04/03/2026

First of the season soft shell crab.
Fried crispy on a bed of cream corn, romesco sauce, crunchy capers, and intense micro blend.

03/27/2026

Buffalo Quail is back 👀

mississippi Red, celery, carrots, bleu cheese