The best guest shifts in Hong Kong and Macau ahead of Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025
In the lead-up to the big night, both Hong Kong and Macau will be buzzing with guest shifts and visiting mixologists from some of the world's most celebrated bars in one of the most exciting weeks of the year for bar goers. If you're looking to sip drinks from the world's top bars without booking a flight, now's your chance.
Here are our picks among the stellar crossovers happening in Hong Kong and Macau from July 11 to 16, where the craft, spirit and charisma of
world-class mixology will be poured straight into your glass, whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or simply craving something new.
Friday, July 11
Nepal's Finest: Barc x Tell Camellia x Courtroom
Gagan Gurung (left) of Tell Camellia and Saan Dhakal of Courtroom appear at Wing Lei Bar on Friday. Photos: Handout
Kick off Asia's 50 Best Bars celebrations with a powerful trio of Nepal-born bartenders taking over Wing Lei Bar in Macau. Abhishek Tuladhar of Nepal's Barc – which is fresh from winning the Michter's Art of Hospitality Award – joins forces with Hong Kong's Gagan Gurung of Tell Camellia and Saan Dhakal of Courtroom. Each brings something uniquely their own: Barc's heartfelt service, Tell Camellia's refined tea-inspired cocktails and
Courtroom's daring, socially conscious creations . What unites them is a deep-rooted passion for Nepalese flavours, culture and an unwavering commitment to genuine hospitality. Together, they represent a rising wave of talent redefining Nepal's place on the world cocktail map, delivering their stories in every glass.
Where: Wynn Palace, Avenida da Nave Desportiva, Macau
When: 8pm-late
Tequila Extravaganza feat. Julio Bermejo and Dre Masso
Known for its unique Mexican inspiration and masterful use of agave spirits, Coa topped Asia's 50 Best Bars list for three consecutive years in 2021, 2022 and 2023, and was still sitting strong at No 4 in 2024.
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