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      29 Dec 2017

      Hong Kong’s best new bars of 2017

      Michael Alan Connelly Head of Digital Content
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      You’re never very far from a good drink in Hong Kong, but we were truly spoilt for choice in 2017, a year that brought us plenty of new bars — the best of which became instant favourites. From world-famous imports to impressive spots opened by homegrown talents, the city’s best new bars reflect a sophisticated drinking scene that’s as strong as it’s ever been in recent memory. Here are our picks for Hong Kong’s best new bars of 2017. Cheers!

      The Old Man

      The Old Man Hong Kong

      Handsomely outfitted and pleasantly intimate in size, this SoHo cocktail den was an instant hit with cocktail aficionados when it opened over the summer — and it continues to be night after night, when there’s standing room only, if not queues just to get inside. In our opinion, the wait is always worth it at The Old Man, where the Hemingway–inspired cocktails are expertly made, the music is good, the vibe is convivial and the service is warm thanks to the three co-owners who are all veterans of the drinks industry: Agung Prabowo, James Tamang, and Roman Ghale.

      The Old Man, Lower G/F, 37 Aberdeen Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2703 1899

      Employees Only Hong Kong

      Employees Only

      The city seemed to lose its mind when it was announced that world-famous speakeasy Employees Only would be opening up shop in Hong Kong; some six months later, the buzz has died down a bit, but we’re still grateful to have a respectable watering hole in Lan Kwai Fong for once, particularly when it comes to late-night revelry. Inside the vibe is classy but fun, a complete contrast to the chaos that awaits just outside. The drinks are strong and well made by a friendly bar staff, and if you can get hungry you can nibble on steak tartare and parmesan fries. What’s not to like?

      Employees Only Hong Kong, 19 Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2468 2755

      Bar De Luxe

      Bar de Luxe

      Though it technically debuted in the final days of 2016, we’re counting Bar De Luxe amongst this year’s openings, though it would have made the list in any year. An offshoot of Tokyo’s celebrated Bar High Five, Bar De Luxe brings a bit of Ginza–style drinking to Central, a gift to anyone who’s a fan of the Japanese approach to mixology. The ambiance is a bit quieter and more refined than the original, meaning it’s not to everyone’s taste, but the drinks are superb — and even better when paired with the killer views from high above Wyndham Street.

      Bar De Luxe, 30/F, 8 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 3706 5716

      COA

      COA Hong Kong

      Can a bar that opened in the final weeks of 2017 really be one of the best newcomers of the year? Absolutely. At COA, industry vet Jay Khan has taken his passion for Mexican spirits and turned it into one of the city’s most unique watering holes, with Hong Kong’s most extensive selection of rare tequilas and mescals. The selection may be overwhelming, but you’ll be in good hands with Khan and his knowledgable staff. Whether you sip mezcal on its own or try it mixed into one of Khan’s delightful cocktails, this is a great place to expand your palate and broaden your drinking horizons.

      COA, Shop A, LG/F, Wah Shin House 6-10 Shin Hing Street, Central, Hong Kong, no phone

      Red Sugar

      Red Sugar

      Hotel bars are often nothing worth writing home about, but that all changes when you factor in an outdoor terrace that boasts some of the best views in all of Hong Kong — a 270-degree harbour view, in fact. Fortunately, that’s not the only aspect worthy of praise. We also like the industrial-chic décor with exposed brick and Edison lightbulbs, not to mention the oak barrel-aged cocktails, craft beers and bar snacks. All in all, it’s a good excuse to get yourself to Hung Hom if you’ve not been already.

      Red Sugar, 7/F, Kerry Hotel Hong Kong, 38 Hung Luen Road, Hung Hom Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong, +852 2252 5279

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      Sake Central

      Bar Sake Central

      Much more than just a bar, Sake Central describes itself as a ‘celebration of Japanese culture through food and beverage’ and ‘an educational and multifunctional retail space’. The expansive space does has a ‘cultural pavilion’ to promote Japan’s 47 prefectures and a brand showcase area dedicated to eight sake producers at a time, our favourite part is still the 16-seat bar where you can try up to 200 sakes while snacking on otsumami (small bites designed for drinking with alcohol). Lest you have any doubts, the sake programme is overseen by none other than the esteemed Elliot Faber, Beverage Director of Ronin, Yardbird and Sunday’s Grocery, not to mention one of the few people in the world to hold the title of ‘Sake Samurai’.

      Sake Central, S109-113, Block A, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2656 6552

      Dr. Fern’s Gin Parlour

      Dr. Fern's Gin Parlour Hong Kong's best gin bars

      Gin bars are nothing new in Hong Kong, but Landmark speakeasy Dr. Fern’s Gin Parlour — hidden away behind an intentionally misleading door — clearly did something right, having opened in February and landing on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2017 by the end of June. Being gin fanatics, we appreciate the selection of more than 250 different bottles from around the world — the largest selection in Hong Kong — as well as the signature gin & tonics on offer, as they’re made in ways that preserve the integrity of the spirit whilst concentrating its aromas as well as the carbonation of the tonic.

      Dr. Fern’s Gin Parlour, Shop B31A, First Basement Floor, Landmark Atrium, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2111 9449

      Honourable Mentions

      Gough's on Gough

      As far as we’re concerned, bars inside restaurants aren’t standalone bars, but we’d be remiss if we didn’t briefly call out the bars at Gough’s on Gough — a gorgeous little corner where you should order the Victory Gin, one of our favourite cocktails of all time — and at Fang Fang, where the intriguing cocktails are made with Asian ingredients such as kimchi, goji berries and Chinese almond.

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      Michael Alan Connelly Head of Digital Content
      A Chicagoan by birth and a New Yorker by habit, Michael has more than a decade of experience in digital publishing at leading titles in the U.S. and Asia. When he's not checking out Hong Kong's newest restaurants and bars or jet setting around the globe, you'll find him hanging out with his dog Buster and enjoying an Aperol Spritz.
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