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SINGAPORE, April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

The inaugural 51-100 list is unveiled one week ahead of Asia's 50 Best Bars

2021 virtual ceremony

        - The 51-100 list includes bars from 22 cities across 12 countries in Asia

        - Japan leads the list with 14 bars across five cities

        - Singapore and Thailand both see six bars make the list

        - China and South Korea bolster their profiles across the continent

          with five entries apiece

        - Sri Lanka and Vietnam are touted as emerging hotspots with two and

          three bars featured respectively, marking the first time both

          countries appear on an Asia's 50 Best Bars list

    The full ranking of Asia's 50 Best Bars 51-100 list 2021 is included at the

end of this press release.

    With one week to go before the announcement of Asia's 50 Best Bars 2021,

sponsored by Perrier, 50 Best has revealed the bars voted onto the extended

list for the first time. The ranking is created from the overall Asia's 50 Best

Bars voting process and comes as part of 50 Best's overall strategy to

recognise a greater number of hospitality establishments as they seek to emerge

from restrictions imposed by the pandemic.

    Mark Sansom, Content Editor for Asia's 50 Best Bars, says: "The last year

has been devastating for hospitality and it is vital that we support as many

businesses as possible at part of their recovery. In a historic first for the

Asia's 50 Best Bars awards programme, the extended ranking is designed to shine

the spotlight on more bars than ever before. As guests begin planning their

next bar experiences, this extended list will provide double the choice of

exceptional, expert-approved drinking destinations for the months and years

ahead."

    Japan dominates the 51-100 list with 14 bars featured. New entry Ishinohana

in Tokyo places ahead of the pack at No.56, while the other nine bars from

Tokyo on the list this year include Bar Landscape at No.57, Mixology Heritage

at No.60, The Bellwood at No.69, Bar Orchard Ginza at No.72, Liquid Factory at

No.84, Mixology Salon at No.87, Tender at No.88, Memento Mori at No.98, and Gen

Yamamoto at No.99. From Nara, Lamp Bar is awarded the No.62 spot, while Kyoto's

Bar Rocking Chair is placed No.80. Two bars from Japan are also tied at No.94 –

Ark Lounge from Aomori and Bar D from Kanagawa.

    Singapore's bars secure six spots on the list including three newcomers –

Ah Sam Cold Drink Stall at No.71, Live Twice at No.75 and Junior The Pocket Bar

at No.82. Gibson by the Jigger & Pony Group is at No.66, Employees Only at

No.70 and The Other Room at No.79.

    Thailand is represented by six bars including four new entries for Bangkok

– Niks Anuman's Asia Today at No.52, Thaipioka at No.53, 008 Bar at No.81 and

Sugar Ray You've Just Been Poisoned at No.85. Rabbit Hole ranks at No.67 and

Smalls comes in at No.93.

    China boasts five entries on the extended list: Shanghai's Epic is a new

entry at No.64 and is named the Campari One To Watch. The Old Man Hong Kong is

at No.54, 8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana and Shady Acres, both from Hong Kong,

place at No.65 and No.68 respectively, while Macau's Goa Nights rounds off at

No.100.

    South Korea makes a strong showing with Seoul's Pussyfoot Saloon leading

the pack at No.63. Mixology Bar (No.86), Soko (No.89), Southside Parlor (No.92)

and Pine & Co (No.97) are featured by Asia's 50 Best for the first time.

    Sri Lanka and Vietnam each make their first appearance on the list this

year, with two bars from the former: Botanik Rooftop Bistro & Bar in Colombo at

No.73 and Smoke & Bitters in Hiriketiya at No.91. Vietnam grabs three entries:

Ne Cocktail Bar in Hanoi at No.76, Summer Experiment in Ho Chi Minh at No.77,

and Hybrid in Nha Trang at No.96.

    Manila leads the way in the Philippines, led by The Back Room at No.51, Oto

at No.61, and Buccaneers Rum & Cocktails at No.100. Two new bars from Indonesia

break into the ranking – Wishbone from Semarang is placed No.74, while A/A Bar

from Jakarta earns the No.83 spot. Other notable entries include New Delhi's

Hoots' at No.59, Kuala Lumpur's Pahit at No.78, and Taipei's Mu at No.90. Mu is

helmed by Bannie Kang, the winner of this year's Mancino Bartenders' Bartender

Award.

    The sixth edition of Asia's 50 Best Bars, sponsored by Perrier, will be

announced in a virtual ceremony on 6th May, beginning at 6pm HK/Singapore time

(3.30pm India; 5pm Thailand; 7pm Japan). Bar and cocktail lovers are invited to

join the digital countdown of the list of Asia's 50 Best Bars 2021 through The

World's 50 Best Bars Facebook page and 50 Best Bars TV YouTube channel.

EDITOR'S NOTES

*Bars that are tied on the list

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    Notes to the Editor:

    About Asia's 50 Best Bars

    The story started in 2002 with the launch of The World's 50 Best

Restaurants list, which has since grown into the most important international

dining guide in the world and a hugely influential voice in gastronomy. In

2009, The World's 50 Best Bars list was created, with an annual awards ceremony

launched in 2012. Asia's 50 Best Bars was added to the portfolio in 2016. The

50 Best brand now champions a global community of bartenders and chefs,

cocktail aficionados and gourmets, who travel the globe to explore and

experience the only worldwide ranking for premium drinking and dining. Beyond

lists, 50 Best showcases leading trends and highlights upcoming food and drink

destinations, while acting as an agent for positive change in the hospitality

sector. William Reed Business Media, which owns the 50 Best brand, is entirely

responsible for the organisation of the awards, the voting system and the

respective lists.

    Our Partners

    Perrier – Official Water Partner; sponsor of The Best Bar in Asia Award

    Michter's – Official American Whiskey Partner; sponsor of Michter's Art of

Hospitality Award

    Nikka Whisky – Official Whisky of the World; sponsor of Nikka Highest

Climber Award

    Ketel One Vodka - Official Vodka Partner; sponsor of Ketel One Sustainable

Bar Award

    Asahi Super Dry – Official Beer Partner; sponsor of a Best in Country Award

    The London Essence Co. – Official Mixer Partner; sponsor of London Essence

Best New Opening Award

    Disaronno – Official Italian Liqueur Partner; sponsor of Disaronno Highest

New Entry Award

    Heering Cherry Liqueur – Official Cherry Liqueur Partner; sponsor of

Heering Legend of the List Award

    Mancino Vermouth – Official Vermouth Partner; sponsor of Mancino

Bartenders' Bartender Award; supplier of Commemorative Shakers

    Campari – Official Bitters Partner; sponsor of Campari One To Watch Award

    Matusalem – Official Rum Partner; sponsor of a Best in Country Award;

supplier of Commemorative Scarves

    Tia Maria – Official Coffee Liqueur Partner; sponsor of a Best in Country

Award

    Roku Gin – Official Gin Partner; sponsor of Roku Industry Icon Award

    Bellino – Official Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Partner; sponsor of a Best in

Country Award

    Fact Sheet

    Date of Awards Ceremony: 6 May 2021

    Time of Awards Ceremony: 6.00pm HK/Singapore time

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   Source: Asia's 50 Best Bars 2021