Unveiled at the Rosewood Hong Kong on 18 July 2023, Asia’s 50 Best Bars held its first live event since 2019 to the delight of Asia’s bar and drinks community. A regional event from The World’s 50 Best Bars brand, read on to find out which bars in Asia made it to the top 10, and be sure to save them for your next visit:
1. COA, Hong Kong
As sharp as the machete-like tool it’s named after, Jay Khan’s COA became the first-ever bar to be awarded the top spot of Asia’s 50 Best Bars thrice. Serving up Mexican craft cocktails, it also boasts the city’s largest collection of agave.
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2. Jigger & Pony, Singapore
Another bar named after a metal object, Jigger & Pony is helmed by husband and wife duo, Indra Kantono and Gan Guoyi. Taking its name from the double-coned tool bartenders use to pour out spirits, expect classic craft cocktails, whiskies and genuine, social vibes.
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3. BKK Social Club, Bangkok
Located in the Four Seasons Chao Phraya, BKK Social Club is a buzzin’ blend of Bueno Aires and Bangkok. Enjoy South American-inspired cocktails paired with cigars (if that’s your thing), along with a vast collection of artisanal spirits.
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4. Bar Benfiddich, Tokyo
Bar Benfiddich is a farm-to-bar concept by Hiroyasu Kayama, who grows his own hops, mint, anise and more just 90km northwest of Shinjuku, where the award-winning bar is located. Fun fact: Kayama used to be a flair bartender and fruit-focused mixologist. Sweet!
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5. Zest, Seoul
With sustainability at the forefront, Demie Kim joins forces with Sean Woo, Jisu Park and Noah Kwon for Zest, a zero-waste bar that uses local ingredients to their fullest. Try the Jeju Garibaldi, made with regional oranges and the Gujwa village carrot.
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Thirsty for more? Here are the bars ranked six through 10 in Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2023:
6. Tropic City, Bangkok: Swedish-owned, neon-lit tropical cocktail bar with plenty of rum, yum.
7. Nutmeg and Clove, Singapore: The Lion City in cocktail form. Drink up, hic!
8. Argo, Hong Kong: Futuristic cocktails made with luxe, Asian-sourced ingredients.
9. Darkside, Hong Kong: Worth crossing the harbour for the dark spirits, cigars and chocolates, plus a stellar view.
10. Sago House, Singapore: Eclectic, upcycled bar in a trad shophouse setting with a rotating menu of cocktails and tasty bites.
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