The art of making liquor evolves every year, and the ‘bar’ just keeps raising for all the bars around the world. So, what makes these bars the most popular? It’s everything! The place, its aesthetic, the people, the hospitality expressed, and of course the drinks. The complete package matters, because that’s what makes people go back.
This list was obtained from the website of “The World’s 50 Best Bars”.
1. Bar Leone, Hong Kong, China
Bar Leone, started off in 2023, and celebrated its first anniversary as one of the world’s most famous bars. How cool is that! Having earned leaping fame like that must have been a boost to confidence.
Bar Leone is a simple Italian-inspired space which serves some classic cocktails with their own twists. “Cocktail popolari” which signifies “’cocktails for the people” is their core philosophy. They deal with the big shots! Talking of cocktails, Leone Martini and Yuzu Gimlet are some of the people’s favorites.
2. Sips, Barcelona, Spain
Sips, opened in 2021, rose to fame quickly! With its island bar design, the bar offers some captivating drinks that’ll only make you come back for more. Krypta, a drink made with brandy, gin, lime, and kiwi, along with Primordial which is made with whiskey, pear, and port are two of the eye-catching cocktails.
In 2024, they came up with one more space ‘Esencia’ which is a separate parlor within the bar. With this, they wanted to create a different vibe. 14 seats, and a tasting menu of sips! This new launch only caught more attention, and the drinks they serve aim to push boundaries with their uniquely curated spirits.
3. Tayer + Elementary, London, UK
Tayer + Elementary in London is a ‘2 in 1’ bar. The space is divided into two distinguished designs. A classic duo like Gin & Tonic!
Elementary is all about simplicity; there’s a long table stretched in the room where you can enjoy the bar’s own beer, wine, and some other classics with a twist. Vetiver Negroni, Cedarwood Old Fashioned, and Yuzu Gimlet are some of the drinks you’ll definitely love!
Now, walk across the room, and you’ll find Tayer which is a classic cocktail bar. Here, you’ll see a fusion of some modern techniques and old fashioned practices.
4. Jigger & Pony, Singapore
Jigger & Pony is a hotel bar, and has been named one of the best bars around the world for the fourth time in a row! With their reputation, of course word has gotten around. Its chic sophisticated vibe makes it one of the favorite spots for tourists around the world. It’s been 11 years since the bar has been enticing people with their classic cocktails, and now has some newbie drinks too!
The bar offers around 20 colorful cocktails, martinis, punch bowls, and non-alcoholic options too! But if you want to know people’s favorites, you should try ‘Espresso Martini’. Even though it’s one of the classic drinks, the one here at Jigger & Pony is pure perfection. So, definitely try that!
5. Line, Athens, Greece
When you think of Greece, the first image that pops into your mind would be the big white walls along the shore and a beautiful view. Line represents the country quite beautifully with its tall white-washed walls and calm ambience. The bar was actually an art gallery before! We’d want to pit-stop at an old art gallery and have some drinks, won’t you?
With their intricate selection of wine, Line also offers some cheery classic cocktails for a good party night! These cocktails are made with housemade ferments unlike the traditional ones. Some of these cocktails are The Swizzle, Paloma, Mai Tai, and Negroni. No, we won’t tell you what they taste like, you might as well book your next flight to Greece!
6. Tres Monos, Buenos Aires, Argentina
On the outside, Tres Monos is all about punk. With neon lights and graffiti walls, the bar screams ‘metal rock’. But after a second look, you’ll see it oozes warmth and hospitality like no other. Along with the colorful vibe, the bar also follows sustainability. The drinks here are made from the native ingredients of Argentina.
Some of their popular cocktails are Licor del Norte made with muña (a type of mint), rica rica (aromatic shrub), and suico (marigold), and Vuelta Nah Manzana, made with house whiskey, fresh green apple juice, and homemade loquat liqueur. We know the names are tough to pronounce, but you won’t need to worry about it once you’re a few glasses down!
7. Alquímico, Cartagena, Columbia
Alquímico, located at the core of Old Town in Cartagena, is a multi-level cocktail bar. It’s a three-story mansion which means triple the fun! And there’s a different concept on each floor. The ground floor is all about the classics, the first floor is all about Columbia’s colors and essence (cocktails with a twist – like Caipirinha made from blends of viche aguardientes i.e. sugar cane based drink), and the rooftop has drinks inspired by ingredients cultivated at a small estate of the owner himself.
Serving the best cocktails across their floors, Alquímico is well known for its Petronio. The name is derived from the music festival Petronio Álvarez. This drink is made from tequila, viche, vanilla syrup, puré de lulo, and lime.
Summing Up
And that’s how you end it, these bars have it all! The drinks, the atmosphere, the ambience, and the people with their beautiful culture from different countries. From rooftops to hidden neon-light gems, there’s a bar for your every mood around the world. So, pick your poison (maybe a flight ticket while you’re at it), and go visit these world famous bars at least once in your life!
FAQs
1. Which city has the highest pubs in India?
The highest number of pubs in India is found in Bangalore.
2. Which is Asia’s largest pub?
Oia, located in Bangalore, is Asia’s largest pub, with a capacity of 1800 people.
3. Where is the world’s highest bar?
The world’s highest bar is found in Hong Kong, called Ozone. The bar is placed on the 118th floor.
4. Which city has the highest number of bars in the world?
Guadalajara in Mexico was found to have the highest number of bars in the world as per the analysis of 2023.
5. Who invented bars?
The origin of bars can be traced back to the Roman Era, almost 2000 years ago!
6. Which is the world’s oldest bar?
Sean’s bar in Ireland holds the Guinness Book Record for being the oldest bar in Ireland. It has been there since 900 AD. However, research is still ongoing to check if it’s the oldest bar in the world.
