Which city claims the lion's share of Asia's best bars?

As the cocktail scene in Asia continues to evolve and impress, Asia's 50 Best Bars has unveiled its list for 2024.

In a surprise twist, Hong Kong's Bar Leone debuts at No.1, making history as the first new entry to claim the top spot. Singapore leads with 11 bars, followed by Hong Kong with nine and Seoul with five. The list spans 18 cities, showcasing Asia's diverse bar culture.

Notable entries include The Savory Project in Hong Kong (No.19) and sustainable-focused Fura in Singapore (No.42). For unique experiences, consider Zest in Seoul (No.2), Bar Benfiddich in Tokyo (No.5), or BKK Social Club in Bangkok (No.7).

Industry veterans are also recognised, with Yangdup Lama of Sidecar named Roku Industry Icon 2024, and Singapore's Atlas (No.49) winning two prestigious awards.

Travel agents will find that this list provides an invaluable resource for recommending top-notch nightlife experiences to clients travelling in Asia. Whether they're seeking classic cocktails, innovative mixology, or sustainable sipping, Asia's 50 Best Bars 2024 offers something for every discerning drinker.

Asia’s 50 Best Bars for 2024

1. Bar Leone (Hong Kong)
2. Zest (Seoul)
3. Jigger & Pony (Singapore)
4. Coa (Hong Kong)
5. Bar Benfiddich (Tokyo)
6. Nutmeg & Clove (Singapore)
7. BKK Social Club (Bangkok)
8. Penrose (Kuala Lumpur)
9. Argo (Hong Kong)
10. The Aubrey (Hong Kong)
11. Virtù (Tokyo)
12. The Cocktail Club (Jakarta)
13. Vesper (Bangkok)
14. Hope & Sesame (Guangzhou)
15. Sago House (Singapore)
16. Night Hawk (Singapore)
17. Darkside (Hong Kong)
18. Mahaniyom Cocktail Bar (Bangkok)
19. The Savory Project (Hong Kong)
20. Bar Cham (Seoul)
21. Bar Us (Bangkok)
22. The St. Regis Bar (Macao)
23. The SG Club (Tokyo)
24. Penicillin (Hong Kong)
25. Offtrack (Singapore)
26. Quinary (Hong Kong)
27. Pantja (Jakarta)
28. Craftroom (Osaka)
29. Smoke & Bitters (Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka)
30. Vender (Taichung, Taiwan)
31. Native (Singapore)
32. Origin Bar (Singapore)
33. The Curator (Manila)
34. The Bellwood (Tokyo)
35. Analogue Initiative (Singapore)
36. Bar Trigona (Kuala Lumpur)
37. Bar Mood (Taipei)
38. Employees Only (Singapore)
39. Barc (Kathmandu)
40. ZLB23 (Bengaluru, India)
41. Reka (Kuala Lumpur)
42. Fura (Singapore)
43. CMYK (Changsha, China)
44. The Public House (Taipei)
45. Mostly Harmless (Hong Kong)
46. Alice (Seoul)
47. The Halflington (Hanoi)
48. Le Chamber (Seoul)
49. Atlas (Singapore)
50. Pine & Co (Seoul)