![]() ![]() Here are our top 5 picks for the best Speakeasy and hidden bars to try 1. As for the jaded tipplers of the East, this is the spot if you’re looking for a quiet respite away from the city bustle. Once known as hole-in-the-wall joints to secretly consume alcohol during the American Prohibition in the 1920s, Speakeasy bars are becoming the latest trend to unwind while enjoying the element of secrecy behind unassuming nooks and crannies. But if you’re looking for unadulterated indulgence, you will not go wrong with the 25 year old Caol Ila.ĭreamt up by four bosom buddies, The Hidden Story is birthed out of the sheer wants and needs of serious cocktails in the East. Think familiar favourites of Dalmore or Nikka. Fans of the peated are thought of too as the bar stocks a solid range of whiskies from all around the world. There is also a modest wine list curated to entice just about anyone – from budding enthusiasts to oenophiles – with old-world vintages such as the beautifully aromatic Rhone Valley syrah to new-world surprises like a bourbon barrel-aged chardonnay. But in true speakeasy fashion, the bar is capable of speakeasy classics to please any connoisseur. Hidden bars seem to exude a sense of exclusivity and secrecy, making the experience of downing a tipple or two all the more exciting. There’s also a charmingly stiff Lavender Negroni that uses Brass Lion’s butterfly pea gin, a perennial ingredient of Peranakan cuisine and culture. You’ll find signatures such as the Peranakan Enclave, featuring a sweet tangy combination of flavours such as lychee and lemon – much like a punchy twist to a Gimlet. If you are one of few who hasn’t seen it pop up on your Instagram or TikTok feed yetwe visited this quirky new dining concept, and here’s what you can expect from it. Custom-made chesterfields, vintage Tiffany lamps, and antique tables – they all lend a bit of nostalgia to the space, as a nod to the neighborhood’s vibrant Straits Chinese and Peranakan heritage. Synthesis is a creative new bar and restaurant, hidden behind an unsuspecting TCM-inspired storefront, at Tower 4 in Suntec City. Lit from within, the centerpiece is definitely the first element to stand out against the deep emerald green hued walls and dark brown timber floors. Instead, you’ll find it next to Terminal 2 along the scenic Changi Airport Connector amidst lush greenery. Once you’ve found the entrance, make your way up a flight of stairs and lift the curtains to reveal an eye-catching bar top made from a single piece of Oynx. Hub & Spoke Cafe Don’t be fooled by the address. At the BBQ, we got a hint about the place where you can get tasty drinks. Singapore has set high demands for delicious bites and drinks, thanks to its residents who really like to pamper their taste buds. Made accessible via a steakhouse’s freezer door, The Hidden Story pays homage to the legacies of those legendary illicit bars during America’s Prohibition juxtaposed against the rich Peranakan heritage of the neighbourhood. Singapore is constantly on the move, which means it has a solid foundation for setting trends. This discreet speakeasy is one that makes sure stories told stay hidden within its four walls. ![]()
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