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Hong Kong’s Bar Leone Named World’s Best Bar 2025, First Asian No. 1

The new ranking signals Asia’s rise, with Bar Leone’s ‘cocktail popolari’ ethos reflecting a shift toward accessible, hospitality‑led drinks.

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Overview

  • The World’s 50 Best Bars released its 2025 list naming Bar Leone the winner, a first for an Asian venue.
  • The top five are rounded out by Handshake Speakeasy (No. 2), Sips (No. 3), Paradiso (No. 4) and Tayēr + Elementary (No. 5).
  • Official materials cite a live awards ceremony in Hong Kong on Oct. 8, though one report described a London event on Oct. 7.
  • Bar Leone emphasizes “cocktail popolari,” focusing on simple, high‑quality classics delivered with warm service, according to co‑founder Lorenzo Antinori.
  • This year’s ranking spans 29 cities, with strong representation from New York (eight bars), London (seven), Mexico City (five) and Hong Kong (five), including debuts from cities such as Bratislava and Tirana.