8 bars in Singapore made it to Asia’s 50 Best Bars Extended 51-100 2023 list
The third edition of the extended 51-100 list includes bars from 22 Asian cities, with Singapore leading the way with 8 bars.
With Asia's bar scene rapidly evolving, there are always new exciting bar experiences for cocktail aficionados!
Asia’s 50 Best Bars has announced the establishments ranking 51-100 for the third consecutive year, in a bid to recognise a bid to celebrate the region's creativity and talent when it comes to drink experiences. This announcement precedes the highly anticipated live awards ceremony in Hong Kong on July 18, 2023. The event will unveil the top 1-50 bars and crown The Best Bar in Asia.
Encompassing 22 cities across Asia, the rankings solidify Singapore's reputation as the ultimate cocktail destination, boasting an impressive eight bars in the lineup. Following closely is Hong Kong with five bars, while Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur each showcase four exciting establishments.
Taking the lead for Singapore is Last Word at No.61, a fitting name derived from the forgotten classic cocktail of the Prohibition era, made with gin, green herbal liqueur, maraschino, and lime. It comes as no surprise, as the team behind the bar are the award-winning minds behind Nutmeg & Clove. Additionally, Singapore introduces four new contenders on the list, further accentuating the city's dynamic mixology scene. The Elephant Room claims the No.64 spot, followed by Night Hawk at No.73, Offtrack at No.79, and Origin Bar & Grill at No.95. Local bar stalwart Tippling Club is at No.63 and No Sleep Club is at No.74.
Meanwhile, from neighbouring Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur's Jungle Bird makes a mark at No. 55 and is accompanied by three other notable bars from the capital. Among them is Reka, a self-proclaimed "post-modern flavour lab" claiming the No.65 spot, followed by Coley at No.67 and Three X Co at No.77.
With the stage set for the live awards ceremony, the excitement builds as Asia's vibrant and diverse bar scene is championed, showcasing the creativity, innovation, and passion that define the region's cocktail culture.
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Full list of the top 51-100 bars below:
51. Charles H, Seoul
52. To Infinity and Beyond, Taipei
53. The Pontiac, Hong Kong
54. Room by Le Kief, Taipei
55. Junglebird, Kuala Lumpur
56. Gold Bar, Tokyo
57. Americano, Mumbai
58. Home, New Delhi
59. Opium, Bangkok
60. Hoots', New Delhi
61. Last Word, Singapore
62. Craftroom, Osaka
63. Tippling Club, Singapore
64. The Elephant Room, Singapore
65. Reka, Kuala Lumpur
66. Hideaway, Goa
67. Coley, Kuala Lumpur
68. Asia Today, Bangkok
69. Bitters & Co., Kathmandu
70. Epic, Shanghai
71. Moonrock, Tainan
72. Pine & Co, Seoul
73. Night Hawk, Singapore
74. No Sleep Club, Singapore
75. The Back Room, Manila
76. Wishbone Bar, Semarang
77. Three X Co, Kuala Lumpur
78. #FindTheLockerRoom, Bangkok
79. Offtrack, Singapore
80. El Lequio, Okinawa
81. Bar Rocking Chair, Kyoto
82. Stir, Ho Chi Minh City
83. D.Bespoke, Singapore
84. Yakoboku, Kumamoto
85. The Haflington, Hanoi
86. Mizunara: The Library, Hong Kong
87. The Odd Couple, Shanghai
88. The Sailing Bar, Nara
89. The Wise King, Hong Kong
90. Union Trading Company, Shanghai
91. Aha Saloon, Taipei
92. Bar Trench, Tokyo
93. Bar Mood, Taipei
94. PCO, New Delhi
95. Origin Grill & Bar, Singapore
96. Enigma, Ho Chi Minh City
97. Tell Camellia, Hong Kong
98. Honky Tonks Tavern, Hong Kong
99. Loft, Bangkok
100. Barc, Kathmandu
