Singapore leads Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2024 long list with 8 entries, while Hong Kong has 4
- The fourth Asia’s 50 Best Bars ranking of watering holes on its long list from 51-100 list has been released, and includes 15 newcomers
Now in its fourth edition, the Asia’s 50 Best Bars extended list for 2024, featuring venues ranked from 51st to 100th, has been released a week ahead of a ceremony in Hong Kong on July 16 at which the top 50 will be revealed.
On the long list, which includes bars in 19 destinations, Singapore dominates with eight entries. Bangkok comes in second with six entries, five Tokyo bars and four Hong Kong bars are included, and Seoul, Kuala Lumpur, New Delhi and Taipei are each represented by three bars on the list.
This year there 15 new entries. Cat Bite Club, a cocktail bar focusing on rice and agave spirits, founded by Jess Vida and Gabriel Low, is the sole newcomer from Singapore, in 77th place.
“Since introducing the extended list in 2021, we have been consistently impressed by the innovative drinking experiences Asia has to offer, and it is beyond exciting to see the large number of new entries and new destinations that have made the list this year,” said Emma Sleight, Asia’s 50 Best Bars head of content.
“With this recognition, we are hopeful that more bar talent will step forward annually, creating fresh and dynamic cocktail experiences for enthusiasts across the region.”
Republic at the Ritz-Carlton is the top ranked Singapore bar at 57; the bar’s lounge design and cocktail menu are inspired by the Swinging Sixties, and pays tribute to the founding of the Republic of Singapore in 1965 when it became independent.
