Bar Guide
An Intimate Space to Drink: Slow Bars for Cocktails & Conversations
For those who prefer to enjoy their cocktails in peace, we share several of Bali’s best intimate bars that offer bespoke drinks, leisurely moments, and a sophisticated retreat from the noise – an invitation to stay a little longer. District 1 Jl. Raya Basangkasa No.26, Seminyak Tucked above Bo & Bun in Seminyak, District 1
The Best Cocktail Bars in Seminyak (2026): A NOW! Bali Guide
Seminyak is known for its lifestyle offerings, from its vibrant dining scene, beach clubs and popular nightlife venues. However, for those who prefer a more relaxed drinking experience, the area also has that covered. Here we’ve handpicked – and trialled for ourselves – the best cocktail bars in Seminyak. Venues that focus on great drinks,
The Best Cocktail Bars in Canggu (2025): A NOW! Bali Guide
Notoriously known as the party hub of Bali, many of Canggu’s go-to nightlife destinations focus on quantity over quality. However, several venues have reshaped Canggu’s drinking culture, offering conceptualised cocktail dens that are specifically designed for the cocktail connoisseurs. These venues revolve around one core idea – the craft of the cocktail, where each element
The Five Best Pool Clubs in Ubud: Where to Swim, Sip and Unwind
Whilst everyone loves a beach club, you won’t find any in Ubud! Instead, you’ll find picturesque Ubud pool clubs that are surrounded by verdant forests or with views of cascading valleys, offering a totally different atmosphere from the coastline. In this guide,e we’ll introduce you to the best pool club Ubud has to offer. Each
The Best Cocktail Bars in Ubud (2025): A NOW! Bali Guide
Whilst not exactly home to the same party scene as Seminyak and Canggu — we’ll take that as a good thing — the rise of Ubud’s food and beverage offerings has welcomed not only superb restaurants but also bars to match. But sifting through the long list of bars in Ubud can be confusing… Nightlife
Best Wine Bars in Bali: Sip, Swirl and Savour
Many bars and restaurants serve wine, but there is a particular style and feel to a wine bar! Chic, laidback with a particular focus on serving el vino, a wine bar invites imbibers to sip and savour a selection of bottles and vintages. Whether you’re after Chardonnay or a Chablis, a Pinot Noir or a
Arak Mixology: Incorporating Arak into A-Star Cocktails
Evidence of how far arak has come, the island’s best bars and top mixologists are using this special Bali ingredient into their superb, A-star cocktails — beyond your simple ‘arak attack’. Here we share just a handful of the amazing concoctions you’ll find in Bali’s bar scene today, each paying their respects to this homegrown
On Tap: 6 Best Draught Beer Bars in Bali
If you’re looking to get a frothy cold one in hand at a place where beer is king, respected and revered above all other drinks on the menu, then we’ve got the list for you. From microbreweries to beer gardens and classic pubs, we bring you hand-selected hotspots (or hop spots?) where the draught selection
Black Sand Brewery: The Beginnings of Bali’s First Microbrewery
Bali’s original microbrewery, Black Sand Brewery is without a doubt a pioneer for the island’s bar scene. Established in 2019 by Founder Mattia Di Bitonto, Black Sand made the ambitious promise to brew craft beers and serve it directly to their customers. A promise that they’ve delivered in spades. Sandwiched between the busy Batu Bolong
JL LEGENDS Bistro Bar and Sports Celebrate 1st Anniversary
Looking for a great hangout venue to catch your favourite sports match? JL LEGENDS is the answer you seek. An upscale brewery bar and kitchen that is dedicated to sports and fun, this particular hotspot in the heart of Berawa is celebrating its 1st anniversary. The love of sport is a global phenomenon, where the
East Indies Gin Debuts as Indonesia’s First Authentic Distilled Craft Gin, Made in Bali
Indonesia is about to welcome its first small-batched, craft gin called East Indies Archipelago Dry Gin, made right here in Bali. Launching at the end of 2021, this distilled gin is made by distilling pure grain alcohol with juniper and rich spices of the Indonesian archipelago. Your Negronis and G&T’s are about to get an
Nusantara Cold Brew: Indonesia’s First Craft Coffee Liqueur Sits on the Top Shelf
Made in Indonesia, using only Indonesian coffee beans, Nusantara Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur is showcasing the quality of the country’s craft spirits industry. Indonesia has all the right ingredients for an impressive craft spirits industry: it is, quite literally, fertile ground for produce that can give rich and unique flavours in what is a growing
Breman: Bali’s Newest Microbrewery, Bar and Restaurant
If you’re planning on a trip to the Eastern coast of Bali, then a pitstop to Blahbatuh district should be jotted down in your itinerary. Why? Because after a day of exploration and adventure, there’s nothing better than a cold pint of beer to quench your thirst, and in that area, there’s a new microbrewery