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Wondering where to go for drinks this month? We’ve got your next night out covered with brand-new bar openings and the latest cocktail menus.
Whether it’s Hong Kong’s hottest drinking destination, an unmissable happy hour deal or a must-try new drinks menu, you’ll find it all in our ultimate guide on where to drink in Hong Kong. This month, we’re highlighting festive cocktails to ring in the cheers, a new wine bar on Peel Street and more. Plus, keep scrolling for our picks of top bars and speakeasies in Hong Kong!
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Melbourne-Style Bar Bourke’s Opens At Peel Street
Inspired by the bustling vibe of Melbourne’s Bourke Street, Bourke’s is led by the team of the location’s predecessor, Shady Acres. Browse through a curated list of wines sourced from Australia, Italy, France and even the mountainous region of Yunnan! Out of the cocktails selection, we recommend Green Light, Bourke’s Martini and Peel St. Reviver, and as for food, South Australian Blue Mussels is a must-try.
Bourke’s, G/F, 46 Peel Street, Central, Hong Kong, www.instagram.com/bourkes.hk
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Bespoke Festive Cocktails At The St. Regis Bar
Crafted by Bar Manager Paul Chan and his talented team of mixologists, elevate your post-work sundowner with a drink that’s exclusively catered to you. Merging the season’s festive highlights, you can’t go wrong with The St. Regis Bar’s mulled wine, but for those seeking something out of the ordinary, have the mixologists surprise you with a bespoke drink!
The St. Regis Bar, 2/F, The St. Regis Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Drive, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2138 6800, stregisbarhk.stregishongkong.com
The Ice Cream & Cookie Co.’s Yuletide Cheer Collection
A celebration of warmth and festive cheer, the new gelato joint on Gough Street is the place to be for mulled wine! Mrs Claus’s Cozy Spiced Mulled Wine blends festive spices with red wine, with an orange slice and cinnamon stick for garnish. The real steal here, however, may be the indulgent Jolly Peppermint Dark Cocoa that you simply won’t get enough of!
The Ice Cream & Cookie Co., 18 Gough Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, www.icecreamcookieco.com
The Astor’s Festive Cocktails
If you’re dining out this Christmas, The Astor’s buffet spread is one you’ll want to skip the belts for! Highlighting the festive drinks offerings, guests can sip on free-flow Christmas Mulled Wine and sweet iced Fruit Punch, and for non-alcoholic options, the Apple Cider and Virgin Sangria, alongside the delectable Chunky Oval-Yuenyueng all pair well with your feast.
The Astor, B1, Eaton HK, 380 Nathan Road, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2710 1901, www.theastorhk.com
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Shaken & Stirred: A SoHo Cocktail Crawl
A one-night only bar crawl you’ll want to pencil in if you’re looking to get some bang for your buck, sample some of the best Black Sheep tipples across Taqueria Super Macho, Fukuro, Chôm Chôm, Hotal Colombo, Stazione Novella and Maison Libanaise. You’ll get six drinks tokens as well as nibbles at every stop for $428 per head.
The Cocktail Crawl is on Saturday, 14 December – book here.
Monkey 47 Express At Quinary
We’ve got news for gin lovers! From now until Wednesday, 8 January, 2025, Quinary will be transformed into Monkey 47 Express, whisking us away with unique concoctions infusing the crowd favourite gin from Germany. Appreciate the gin’s natural flavours with a Monkey G&T or opt for The Monkey Express if your mind is at a tropic getaway – and don’t overlook Platform 4/7, mulled wine with gin, served warm! The Monkey 47 Express will also be making stops at Draftland, Opposites and Room 309.
Quinary, G/F, 56-58 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2851 3223, www.quinary.hk
Special Saicho Bundles For Non-Alcoholic Celebrations
Saicho has been a massive hit since its launch in Hong Kong and come the festive season, our not so boozy pals will love and appreciate a bottle of sparkling Jasmine, Darjeeling, Hojicha and the recently launched, Sixty Stone Mountain from Hualien County, Taiwan. What’s more, The Saicho Mini Collection Pack priced at $190 makes a great Secret Santa gift and Saicho Mix Collection comes with two bottles of each flavour.
Explore Saicho’s collection at www.saichodrinks.com
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Bar Leone – Asia’s #1 bar and World’s #2!
Award-winning mixologist Lorenzo Antinori’s Bar Leone may have just joined Hong Kong’s bar scene in 2023, but it has already climbed to the Best Bar in Asia and #2 in the world! The casual Italian-themed bar stays true to classic cocktails with a slight twist, now you know where to be for aperitivo hour!
Bar Leone, 15 Bridges Street, Central, Hong Kong, www.barleonehk.com
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ARGO – #9 in Asia and #58 in The World’s Best Bars 2024
Featuring a collection of the world’s most innovative spirits, paired with stunning interiors (your eyes will keep wandering to the small details that will elevate your whole experience), ARGO is a classy choice amongst bargoers in Hong Kong. Signature drinks here include the single-origin Negroni, the Argo Martini and the Red Rock Sazerac, but really: there’s no such thing as a bad choice here.
ARGO, Lobby, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, 8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong, 3196 8882, www.fourseasons.com/argo
COA – Asia’s #4 bar and World’s Best #18 for Mezcal lovers!
This Oaxaca-inspired cocktail bar was opened by Jay Khan in 2017 with the mission to bring agave spirits to the forefront of Asia’s cocktail scene. Boasting an impressive 41-page spirit menu, COA serves a diverse range of 100-percent agave tequila, traditional mezcal and cocktails inspired by the flavours of Mexico. With its inviting, candle-lit interior, this drinking den is the perfect stop for weekend drinks or date night.
COA, LG/F, Wah Shin House, 6-10 Shin Hing Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 2813 5787, www.coa.com.hk
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The Diplomat – A go-to skip-the-crowd bar
The Diplomat needs no introduction as it’s one of the city’s top drinking destinations. The first speakeasy concept opened by acclaimed bartender John Nugent, it specialises in reimagined classic cocktails (try the Gibson and Tuxedo), with mini cocktails available for those who want to sample more than one. This classy neighbourhood cocktail bar is always buzzing with energy and high spirits.
The Diplomat, Shop 1, LG/F, H Code, 45 Pottinger Street, Central, Hong Kong, 3619 0302, www.thediplomat.hk
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The Old Man – Bar with chic interior design
Tucked away in a corner of Aberdeen Street is The Old Man, an award-winning speakeasy inspired by Ernest Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea. Helmed by bartender Agung Prabowo (previously of Lobster Bar and Mandarin Oriental), cocktails on offer here carry a sophisticated Hemingway-Asian theme to match the tastefully styled interiors.
The Old Man, LG/F, 37 Aberdeen Street, Central, Hong Kong, theoldmanhongkong.com
DarkSide – Premium cocktails, live jazz and classy interiors
Paying homage to Kowloon’s “Dark Side” moniker, The Rosewood Hotel’s swanky cocktail parlour houses a coveted selection of dark spirits that harkens back to the early 19th century, alongside an extensive library of fine rum, whisky and calvados. Lounge on the al fresco terrace, soak in the harbour views and splurge on a premium cocktail — you deserve it!
DarkSide, Level Two, Rosewood Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 3891 8732, www.darkside.hk
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The Pontiac – The best LGBTQ+ bar in Hong Kong
With a rough and retro rock ‘n’ roll vibe, Soho’s local dive bar The Pontiac is seriously cool. The all-female staff keep it real with strong drinks, plenty of shots and a hell of a lot of fun. This is where you need to go if you’re looking for a wild night out with your friends — trust us, you won’t regret it.
The Pontiac, 13 Old Bailey Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2521 3855, www.instagram.com/wearethepontiac
Dr. Fern’s Gin Parlour – One of the best gin bars in Hong Kong
A hidden gem within The Landmark, Dr.Fern’s is an absolute must for gin lovers. Using organic and locally-sourced ingredients and botanicals, and only premium gin, Dr. Fern’s cocktails are sure to cure any ailment. Tucked away in a corner, you’ll find two tiny office doors — one full-sized and one Alice in Wonderland-sized — that hint at the doctor’s office behind.
Dr Fern’s Gin Parlour, Shop B31A, First Basement Floor, Landmark Atrium, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, 2111 9449, www.instagram.com/drfernshk
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Foxglove – Live jazz nights perfect for girls’ night out
Hidden behind what appears to be an umbrella store on Duddell Street, Foxglove oozes old-school luxury and charm. Expect live jazz nights from this vintage-inspired bar, a decadent menu based on traditional Cantonese favourites and a refined atmosphere. Drinks buffs will love the rare selection of cognacs and spirits, along with fine whiskies and expertly crafted cocktails.
Foxglove, 2/F, Printing House, 6 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2116 8949, www.mingfathouse.com
The Green Door – Hidden bar in Central with great drinks, food and vibes!
Look for the green door among in the alleys of Graham Street and enter an underground oasis flowing with creative cocktails, wines and plenty of good eats. The Green Door is a great option for getting together with friends and colleagues, and also for date nights. Go in the early evening for a lively and buzzing vibe but as the night progresses, it will get packed!
The Green Door, LG/F, Welley Building, 97 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong, Instagram: @thegreendoor.bar
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Main image courtesy of The St. Regis Bar, image 1 courtesy of Bourke’s, image 2 courtesy of The St. Regis Bar, image 3 courtesy of The Ice Cream & Cookie Co., image 4 courtesy of The Astor, image 5 courtesy of Taqueria Super Macho, image 6 courtesy of Quinary, image 7 courtesy of Saicho, image 8 courtesy of Bar Leone, image 9 courtesy of @@kao.traveldiary via Instagram, image 10 courtesy of COA, image 11 courtesy of The Diplomat, image 12 courtesy of The Old Man, image 13 courtesy of DarkSide, image 14 courtesy of The Pontiac, image 15 courtesy of Dr. Fern’s Gin Parlour, image 16 courtesy of Foxglove, image 17 courtesy of The Green Door.
