BAR LEONE, HONG KONG, IS THE WORLD'S BEST BAR AS THE LIST OF THE 50 BEST BARS 2026 IS REVEALED
The win reflects the bar’s straightforward hospitality and classic cocktail style, chosen by more than 800 drinks experts.
- On October 7, 2026, Hong Kong's Bar Leone was named "The World's Best Bar" for the second consecutive year during a live ceremony in Milan, Italy, sponsored by Perrier.
- Co-Founded in 2023 by Lorenzo Antinori and Justin Shun Wah, the bar draws inspiration from Rome's Trastevere district and emphasizes "Cocktails for the people," focusing on straightforward hospitality and impeccable drinks.
- The top five includes Milan's Moebius Milano at No. 2, Cartagena's Alquimico at No. 3, Bangkok's Bar Us at No. 4, and Athens' Line at No. 5, with the 2026 list featuring bars from 26 cities with 14 new entries.
- Spain's cocktail scene earned recognition with six bars in the top 100, including Barcelona's Sips at No. 16 and Paradiso at No. 17, while Madrid's Angelita entered the top 50 list at No. 50.
- Faye Huggett, Director of Community for The 50 Best Bars, stated the rankings reflect "extraordinary talent, dedication and hospitality" elevating global bar culture, with the 2026 list continuing to highlight emerging trends through 14 new entries.
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Europe reigns supreme in this year's edition of the world's 50 best bars. It has a total of 18 representatives. However, the Czechs have been tougher and have to go to Bratislava to find the nearest award-winning establishment. The absolute number one is Bar Leone in Hong Kong, silver is Moebius Milano and bronze is Alquímico in Cartagena, Colombia.
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