Global Cocktail Scene Highlights Asia's Bars and Kolkata's Emerging Mixology Culture
The World's 50 Best Bars 2026 list highlights global cocktail destinations, with Hong Kong's Bar Leone retaining the top spot and strong representation from Asian cities including Singapore, Bangkok, Seoul, and Tokyo. Singapore's Nutmeg Clove and Jigger Pony feature for their unique local flavors and cultural influences. Meanwhile, Kolkata's cocktail scene is evolving with new upscale bars blending traditional Bengali ingredients and modern mixology, reflecting changing tastes among younger drinkers and a growing appreciation for craft cocktails.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thehindu broke this story on 10 Oct, 08:34 am. Other outlets followed.