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South China Morning Post
7 days ago
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- South China Morning Post
Your Hong Kong weekend drinks guide for July 17-19
This year's list of Asia's 50 Best Bars was announced earlier this week, and bartenders have poured into Hong Kong and Macau from all over to celebrate the awards . However, a few stellar regional bars are still conducting guest shifts and keeping the party going – for this weekend at least! Three of Seoul's best bars will take over at Lobster Bar this Thursday, while Gossip hosts its first ever guest shift featuring a stellar bartender from Kumamoto in Japan. Avoca rounds off the weekend – as well as its own series of guest shifts – with a sky-high Sydney concept to really put a bow on this celebratory week of mixology. Thursday, July 17 Lobster Bar x Bar Cham, M+MS, Le Chamber Bar Cham in Seoul; they're visiting Hong Kong's Lobster Bar this week. Photo: Karen Tee What: The party continues at Lobster Bar with a triple header featuring Bar Cham, Le Chamber and M+MS, all from Seoul. Bar Cham and Le Chamber ranked No 6 and No 50 respectively in this year's edition of Asia's 50 Best Bars, and are known for their refined and contemporary takes on cocktails. M+MS stands for Malt + MixologySpace, and the bar takes an involved, scientific approach to its cocktails and beer brewing. A case in point? M+MS' Woo Suck (Korean rice soup in a glass), Basil Wheat Beer and Berry Milk Stout. Where: Island Shangri-La, 6/F, Pacific Place, Supreme Court Road, Central When: M+MS at 6pm-8pm; Bar Cham at 8pm-10pm; Le Chamber at 10pm-12am Friday, July 18 Gossip x Yakoboku
Korea Herald
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Seoul's Zest ranks No. 2 in Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025
Seoul's vibrant cocktail scene earned international recognition once again at the unveiling of Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025 on July 15 in Macao, with four bars from the capital featured in the prestigious list, including two in the top 10. Leading the Seoul contingent was Zest, climbing to the No. 2 spot and earning the title of Best Bar in Korea, sponsored by Tia Maria. The bar is known for its progressive techniques and sustainable practices, Bar Cham, located in Seochon, which has gained popularity for its locally sourced ingredients and seasonal approach, placed No. 6. Alice, an Alice in Wonderland–inspired speakeasy located in Cheongdam-dong, rose an impressive 33 places to land at No. 13, securing the Nikka Highest Climber Award. Rounding out Seoul's representation was Le Chamber, a long-standing favorite known for its hidden entrance and luxurious atmosphere, also in Cheongdam-dong, coming in at No. 50. The awards ceremony was held in Macao, celebrating Asia's most innovative and inspiring bars. Bar Leone in Hong Kong was crowned The Best Bar in Asia for the second year running. The bar, owned by renowned bartender Lorenzo Antinori, offers a focused menu of reimagined classic cocktails while maintaining a strong local identity. Other notable performers included Jigger & Pony in Singapore, which took the No. 3 spot, named The Best Bar in Singapore.
