Indonesian Bar Named Among Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2023

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A bar in Jakarta, Indonesia – Pantja Bar has been named among Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2023. This is a major achievement for the Indonesian bar industry.

On the 8th Edition of Asia’s 50 Best Bars, Pantja Bar ranked 29th for its variety of innovative and creative cocktails.

Pantja Bar, Jakarta

Source: Manual Jakarta

Pantja Bar is located in the Menteng district of Central Jakarta. It is known for its cocktails inspired by Indonesian culture and tradition.

The bar celebrates Indonesian culture and heritage through its innovative and creative cocktails. The bar was founded in 2019 by a team of bartenders, mixologists, and artists, and it quickly became one of the most popular bars in the city.

Pantja Bar is known for its cocktails that are made with fresh, seasonal ingredients and that are inspired by Indonesian flavours and traditions. One of the bar’s signature cocktails is “The Pantja,” which is made with gin, black tea, and jasmine flowers. This cocktail is inspired by the tea-drinking ritual that is common in Indonesia.

Another popular cocktail at Pantja Bar is “The Nusantara,” which is made with rum, coconut milk, and pandan leaves. This cocktail is inspired by the diverse flavours of Indonesia, which is known as “Nusantara” in Indonesian.

In addition to its cocktails, Pantja Bar also offers a small but well-curated selection of food items. The bar’s menu features dishes that are made with fresh, local ingredients and that are inspired by Indonesian cuisine.

One of Pantja Bar’s signature cocktails is “The Pantja,” which is made with gin, black tea, and jasmine flowers. The cocktail is inspired by the Indonesian tea-drinking ritual.

Other cocktail menu features a variety of drinks, each inspired by a different aspect of Indonesian culture. Some of the bar’s signature cocktails include:

  • The Nusantara: This cocktail is made with rum, coconut milk, and pandan leaves. It is a sweet and tropical drink that is perfect for a hot day.
  • The Java: This cocktail is made with whiskey, coffee, and cacao nibs. It is a rich and flavorful drink that is perfect for a cold night.

The achievements of Pantja Bar and The Cocktail Club are a testament to the growing sophistication of the Indonesian bar industry. They are also an inspiration for other bars in Indonesia to continue innovating and providing the best possible experience for their customers.

Pantja Bar,

Jl. Senopati No.37, Senayan, Kec. Kby. Baru, Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12190

Opens: 11 AM to 12 AM

The 50 Best Bars Asia Platform

The 50 Best Bars Asia is a prestigious award that recognizes the best bars in Asia. It is one of the lists of awards conducted by The 50 World’s Best Awards published by William Reed Business Media, a British-based company that also publishes the 50 Best Restaurants list. The 50 World’s Best Bars list is compiled through a rigorous process involving a panel of judges who visit bars, restaurants, and other travel spots around the world and rate them on various factors.

The list is compiled by an academy of over 600 industry experts, who vote for their favourite bars based on a variety of factors, including the quality of the cocktails, the service, and the atmosphere.

The 50 Best Bars Asia list is a valuable resource for cocktail lovers and bar industry professionals. The list helps to raise awareness of the best bars in Asia and to encourage people to explore new and exciting cocktail experiences.

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