The Measure of a Cocktail City
Four bars made the Top 50, but Jakarta’s biggest achievement lies in the drinking culture that made those wins possible.
Four bars made the Top 50, but Jakarta’s biggest achievement lies in the drinking culture that made those wins possible.
Goolali Gelato Bar & Patisserie at Padma Hotel Semarang has partnered with TWG Tea to launch a limited-time Artisan Afternoon Tea, featuring locally inspired pastries, savory bites, and premium tea pairings available from 5 August to 30 September 2026.
Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort will celebrate Indonesia’s Independence Day on 17 August 2026 with Kuliner Nusantara, a buffet dinner featuring regional Indonesian dishes, cultural performances, and a limited-edition cocktail collection inspired by the nation’s heritage.
Taking place for one night only on 23 January 2026, VINYL Bar Takeover Vol. IX sees VINYL Speakeasy Bar in Bandung host Gabriel Lowe of Singapore’s Cat Bite Club for a guest shift focused on agave- and rice-based cocktails.
Taking place for one night only on 27 January 2026, Spirits of Thailand sees Lennon’s at Rosewood Bangkok host a multi-bar guest shift featuring Thai bartenders and local spirits, highlighting regional flavours and contemporary cocktail culture.
The St. Regis Jakarta presents its Lunar New Year 2026 programme with festive dining at Bel Étage, a Lunar Afternoon Tea at The Drawing Room, curated hampers, and seasonal pastries, centred on traditional rituals and shared meals.
InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah marks Lunar New Year 2026 with festive buffet dining at Sugar & Spice across Lunar New Year’s Eve and Day, complemented by traditional performances and a curated range of Lunar New Year hampers.
Artotel Gelora Senayan teams up with Magnum for A Sweet Affair, featuring inventive desserts and cocktails available until March 2026.
CIRE at Alila Villas Uluwatu will host a three-day Michelin-starred dining series from 15 to 17 January 2026, featuring degustation dinners and a brunch by French chef Stéphane Carrade inspired by Gascon cuisine and Balinese ingredients.