How Bangkok Became Asia’s Hottest Cocktail Capital
Bangkok has become Asia’s hottest cocktail capital in just six years.
Founders of the Bangkok Bar Show, Colin Chia and Niks Anuman, share their story of uniting the city’s best cocktail talents and growing a community.
Text by: Dawson Tan
For years, Bangkok watched as Singapore and Tokyo received accolades on the World’s 50 Best Bars list, while remaining absent itself. In 2019, no Bangkok establishment made the list, despite being respected regionally.
However, by 2025, two bars - Bar Us and BKK Social Club - were among the world’s elite, with Dry Wave Cocktail Studio and Opium on the extended list.
It’s the sort of transformation that doesn’t happen by accident, and it certainly didn’t.
Author summary: Bangkok rises as Asia's top cocktail city.
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