The world’s top bars have just been revealed in the much-anticipated 2025 edition of the World’s 50 Best Bars List—celebrating the craft, creativity, and conviviality of cocktail culture across the globe. From neon-lit urban speakeasies to lush hidden gems in the sky, sips that tell stories of innovation, and more…the competition is fierce every year. But that didn’t stop two legendary Singapore bars from making their mark on the global stage. These bars are the iconic Jigger & Pony securing the highest spot for the city-state at an impressive No.9, while standout cocktail bar Nutmeg & Clove just made it at No.50. Read on to find out why these Singapore bars are top-rated and which other bars featured on the World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 list.
World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 – Singapore
The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025’s sparkling lineup features two entries from Singapore. Jigger & Pony in Amara Singapore is the world’s 9th best bar and is known for excellent craft cocktails, creative pours, warm hospitality, and a long-standing beacon for mixology lovers around the region.
Meanwhile, the 50th best bar in the world is Nutmeg & Clove along 8 Purvis Street. The world-class bar offers innovative drinks inspired by flavours and places within Singapore’s rich heritage. The menu pays tribute to local culture, incorporating ingredients that reflect the diverse culinary history, which every cocktail telling a story of the city’s past and present. These pair perfectly with the modern Singaporean cuisine available at the bar.
Additionally, the overall top spot was claimed by Bar Leone in Hong Kong which was founded by a Rome-born bartender. Followed by Mexico’s Handshake Speakeasy at #2, the iconic Sips in Barcelona at no.3, Barcelona’s Paradiso Bar taking #4, and No.5 Tayēr + Elementary in London rounding up the top 5. See the full 2025 list here.
Interestingly, Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025 sees Singapore bars Jigger & Pony at no.3, followed by new bar Offtrack at no.23, Nutmeg & Clove at no.24, Cat Bite Club taking the 44th spot, and Native coming in at 45th. See the list.
The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 is sponsored by Perrier. It was announced on October 8 and includes bars from 29 cities worldwide. Certainly, these elite bars are must-visit destinations for cocktail lovers.
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