Here is a list of the best bars of 2014 according to Drinks International Magazine. Looking ahead, I would like to note that the luckiest of all are those who are going on vacation to London and New York.

ARTESIAN

London

Artesian, located at the Langham Hotel in London, was named #1 in The World's 50 Best Bar Awards for the third year in a row. Currently, the Czech bartender who mixes cocktails for Artesian visitors is on the UK's top list of bartenders.

The menu changes every year in the establishment - just like the collections in fashion houses. A cocktail menu called Unfolding and Exploring allows guests to experience new experiences and explore unusual ingredients. Expect the unexpected, the bartenders advise, and offer to try drinks with intricate names - Vodkatini Waiting To Become A Manhattan ("Vodkatini waiting to become Manhattan"), Instant Crush ("Instant crush"), Weekend lover ("Weekend lover") and other.

Address: 1C Portland Place, Regent Street

THE DEAD RABBIT GROCERY & GROG

NY

Named after an infamous mid-19th-century Irish-American gang, the Dead Rabbit offers a relaxed, noisy, friendly atmosphere for socializing with friends, snacks, and light drinks on the ground floor, and an intimate and cozy spot for romantic get-togethers on the second.

The bar is located in the financial district in Manhattan, and by six o'clock in the evening it is impossible to push through - clerks who have finished their working day occupy almost all the places in the institution.

Address: 30 Water Street

NIGHTJAR

London

The small bar is tucked away in the alleys near Old Street station, which adds to its charm, making it feel like a secret place for insiders. With subdued lighting, live music, a warm welcoming atmosphere and creative cocktails, this place is very popular with locals and enlightened tourists, so a table must be booked in advance.

Address: 129 City Road

ATTABOY

NY

A secret place for lovers of an exciting atmosphere. Arriving at the address, look for a black door with a sign "AB", knock, and someone will surely open it for you.

There is no cocktail card here, but any visitor can simply describe his preferences to the bartender and tell what alcohol he usually chooses, and he will create his own variation of the drink personally for you.

Address: 134 Eldridge Street, Lower East Side

EMPLOYEES ONLY

NY

To enter a bar called "Employees Only" you need to focus on the neon sign of an institution offering fortune-telling on cards. Inside, there is an intimate atmosphere, a huge cocktail list and a killer menu of appetizers and dishes for a full dinner. Table reservations are highly recommended.

Address: 510 Hudson Street

CANON

Seattle

In Seattle, you can have any cocktail in the world - the collection of alcohol in the Canon Bar impresses even those who have tried a lot. Bartenders work with unexpected ingredients, riveting the attention of visitors to the workflow behind the bar.

Address: 928 12th Ave

THE BAXTER INN

Sydney

Information about this bar is passed from mouth to mouth. It is very difficult to find it without knowing the exact signs, such as the presence of a friendly "bouncer" in an empty alley, who will kindly show the way to the institution through a nondescript door. Visitors will find the incredible atmosphere of a secret bar lit by candles, and very beautiful cocktails, the preparation of which the guests watch as if mesmerized.

Address: 152-156 Clarence Street

AMERICAN BAR

London

The American bar at London's Savoy Hotel has been serving customers for 125 years. People drank here even when the Eiffel Tower was being built, and there were no famous double-decker buses in the capital of Great Britain. This is the place where cocktails were invented, which later became famous all over the world. And it is here that you can try the most expensive cocktail in the world worth £5,000.

The suitcases are packed, the mood is excellent, and an unforgettable vacation awaits ahead. With such thoughts, each of us goes on a long-awaited journey. It is no secret that travelers carefully plan their route before their trip, choose the sights they dream of seeing, book hotels and, of course, look for interesting cafes, restaurants, clubs and bars. It is the latter that will be discussed.

In this article, we have compiled the best bars in the world, which serve the best and at the same time exclusive and original drinks. By visiting at least one of them, your mood will become twice as better, and positive emotions will remain at least for a long time.

Berlin. Germany.Monkeybar, or planet of the apes.

Cluj for now. Romania.JobenBistro, or all pubs pub.

Singapore.TheClinicBar, or everyone will be cured.

This strange theme bar has its fans who sit in wheelchairs and drink cocktails from droppers. Moreover, this place is the most popular in the lively center.

Dubai.Bab-al-shams, or eastern sunset.

Disneyland. California.Club 33, or welcome to the fairy tale.

Many songs say that - American dream, this is partly true, because everything your heart desires is collected here, and if you want to see the USA, go to California, or even better, bar 33. This is a private club, whose members can only be joined by passing a 10-year queue. This is the only place in the park where there is alcohol, and its visitors have access to the secret territories of Disneyland.

South Africa.SunlandPub, or somewhere in the jungle.

Baobabs- these are trees that are well known to everyone for their huge size. These special trees are over 6,000 years old and are so large that an entire bar can fit in the hollow of one tree. In South Africa, such a bar was opened in 1933 and can accommodate 15 lucky people.

China. TigerLeapingGorgeBar, or balancing over the abyss.

The bar is located in an incredible canyon that is so breathtaking that it has been recognized World Heritage Site UNESCO. Perhaps this is the bar that offers the most beautiful view in the world.

Gruyere. Switzerland.H.R.GigeralienBar, or a place not for the faint of heart.

This bar was modeled after the release of the movie "Alien" and is a place where it's hard to find a place where there are no bones. Of course, fans of science fiction will find their outlet here.

Mexico.AluxCavernaLounge, or a place where romance lives.

The institution is the largest cave bar in the world. Along with multicolored rocks and stalactites, hundreds of candles illuminate the cave system (which is over 18,000 years old), giving it an elegant touch and romanticizing even the most zealous skeptic.

BeanDuong. Vietnam. ThewaterandWindBar, or where to see the true reflection.

This amazing establishment is located on a flooded part of the earth and creates an incredible reflection of nature around. Relaxing in a thatched hut whose walls are decorated with lamps, the place is a real paradise for cocktails and other drinks.

Bali. Indonesia.TheRockBar, or dinner on a cliff.

From the rocks of Bali opens a wonderful view of Indian Ocean and it is not surprising that they managed to build a bar here, which is best visited at sunset, when the sea and sky acquire a magical effect on everyone.

Israel.TheRedSeaBar, or you haven't been to the sea for a long time.

It is not necessary to be on the beach in order to enjoy the sea, it is enough to visit sea ​​bar in Israel. The bar is submerged in the sea and offers a beautiful view of the fish and corals through the portholes.

Each of these bars is a real museum and landmark of the country in which it is located. Moreover, here you will also be fed and watered. In what other museum can you eat delicious food, taste amazing drinks and enjoy the natural beauty? It is not surprising that many travelers go to one of these countries just for the sake of visiting original and unlike bars.

There is no doubt that each of them has a special menu that will please not only gourmets, but also their wallets. And we wish positive emotions and Bon Appetit!

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Some hotels are worth a visit just because of the excellent cocktail list! If you appreciate elite alcohol and understand alcoholic beverages, this article is for you. Today you will learn about the best bars in the world and where the best cocktails in the world are mixed!

Elite cocktails and champagne at the Eden-Roc Champagne Lounge bar at the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc (France)!

This elegant hotel, home to the cream of society, is definitely worth a visit to the South of France. And if you are a connoisseur of champagne - welcome to the beautiful bar overlooking the sea "Eden-Roc Champagne Lounge", which serves the most elite and exquisite varieties of this magical drink.

Here guests will be offered to evaluate the best vintage types of champagne from 14 leading Champagne Houses and taste 6 different types white and rosé sparkling wine, poured into glasses at the entrance to the bar.

Elite cocktails and bourbon at the Bourbon Bar at the InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta (Atlanta, USA)

Bourbon lovers will have a great time here! Thematic Bourbon Bar (review, reviews, photos), located in the InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta, offers a selection of drinks from the best American producers, and here you can try some of the bourbons that are supplied in small quantities only to this bar.

The best bartenders work here, for example, master Clay Livingston, named by GQ magazine "Atlanta's most creative bartender."

The coolest cocktails at Le Bar du Bristol at Le Bristol Paris (Paris, France)

Elite cocktails at the HMF Bar at The Breakers Palm Beach Hotel (Florida, USA)

The HMF bar, located in the chic The Breakers Palm Beach hotel, was named after the initials of the hotel's founder, Henry Morrison Flagler, and debuted as a modern incarnation of cocktail clubs that existed in the 50s and 60s. Signature cocktails, a rich selection of draft beers and a 40-page wine list will appeal to connoisseurs of elite booze.

This bar also prides itself on the fact that all the signature cocktails here are made from hand-made ingredients, mixing devices and soda.

Best Cocktails at Frank's Bar at Hotel Arts Barcelona (Spain)

The stylish and modern Hotel Arts Barcelona is not only suitable for a luxurious holiday, it is here that guests have the chance to try the best cocktails in the world! Frank's Bar, located in the lobby of the hotel, offers visitors a varied cocktail menu that will not disappoint you. Classic cocktails, exotic drinks and even several types of ice cream-based cocktails will be prepared here.

The hotel has several restaurants - Enoteca, Arola and Marina, cafe Veranda, where guests can have a delicious dinner, drink a glass of exquisite drink and appreciate the rest in one of the best places in Barcelona.

Best Bars in the World - Clive's Classic Lounge at Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites (Canada)

World's Best Bars - The Librarian Library Bar at The Lanesborough (London, UK)

London's Lanesborough Hotel is a must-visit for lovers of fine and rare drinks. In the bar «The Librarian» Library Bar(review, reviews, photos) guests will be able to appreciate a unique collection of elite vintage varieties of skate and champagne.

There are also vintage whiskeys and grape brandies, and exclusive Cuban cigars, which are not sold anywhere else in the country, will add special luxury to your vacation. The relaxed atmosphere of this stylish bar invites guests to relax at any time of the day or night.

The best cocktails in the world at the Driftwood Room bar at the Hotel deLuxe (Portland, Oregon, USA)

The city of Portland, Oregon is a fun place, especially when it comes to contemporary art making cocktails. It is for this reason that true connoisseurs of quality spirits come to the Hotel deLuxe. The Driftwood Room, the most famous bar in the city, is located right in the hotel building and has been preparing and serving drinks since the 1950s.

Particularly popular here are Manhattan cocktails and champagne mixes, which guests can learn how to mix themselves. And professional bartenders will invite you to an exciting master class.

Best Bars in the World - Distil Bar at Lebua Hotel (Bangkok, Thailand)

If you mark the best bars on the world map, top up your piggy bank with one of the most spectacular bars in Bangkok, at the luxurious Lebua Hotel. Local bar Distil (review, reviews, photos) is rightly proud of the unique ice-based author's flavored cocktails created by bartender Ronald Ramirez. Various ingredients from chili peppers to rose petals are frozen at -2*.

Drinks are mixed by a special method and the freshest fillers are used for their preparation. As the ice begins to melt, the taste of the drink changes with every sip. You definitely never tried such ice cocktails!

Bar "Distil" in the hotel Lebua. Photo www.lebua.com

By the way, an episode from the movie "The Hangover 2" was filmed on the roof of this hotel!

Best Elite Cocktails at Parlour Lane Roasters at QT Sydney (Sydney, Australia)

Parlor Lane Roasters (review, reviews, photos) at the QT Sydney Hotel will appeal to fans of the Italian Negroni cocktail - only here they make this cocktail in various variations and inimitable flavors. A classic Negroni is made with gin, sweet vermouth, campari and orange, but Parlour Lane Roasters creates something completely unique.

You can try these cocktails during aperitif hours and late at night in the Gilt Lounge. And if you like foamy cocktails, try carbonated negroni, which is prepared using special shakers.

If you are heading to a bar just to have a cold beer after work, this article is unlikely to interest you, because the bars that will be discussed in it are not just drinking establishments, but real oases in the desert of a big city. Some of them boast stunning views, others require reservations weeks in advance, and there are exclusive bars that only regular members of the elite club can enter. Perhaps the only thing that unites them is the desire for excellence. These bars serve the finest cocktails in the finest surroundings.

1Riva, Berlin

One of Berlin's most exclusive bars mixes classics and modernity like an expensive cocktail: located in Mitte, one of the city's newfangled districts, and named after 70s football legend Luigi Riva. Bar visitors can literally feel all the advantages of its unusual location - under one of the subway lines - because when the train passes, the glasses on the table begin to vibrate! The main "feature" of the establishment is an elegant oval-shaped bar, hung with a dense dark fabric. The bar attracts especially many visitors in summer, largely due to the spacious terrace, where it is so nice to slowly drink a cocktail prepared by a skilled bartender. You just need to relax and not react to the noise of passing trains!

2 Nobilis, Oslo

Norway is a prosperous European country that rarely makes the news. Norwegians are considered to be calm, solid people, and one of the best bars in Oslo, Nobilis, only confirms this stereotype. Nobilis is a trendy bar-restaurant that attracts not only tourists, regulars from Oslo's neighboring areas and visiting businessmen gather here daily. Distinctive feature Nobilis - attention to detail, which is especially evident in the menu, where there are dishes for every taste, from fresh seafood and fish delicacies to juicy burgers and steaks. Of course, Nobilis cooks only from the best and freshest products. This place is ideal for a romantic dinner or a business lunch, as well as for a night out with friends - on weekends Nobilis turns into a territory of complete relaxation, and the music here does not stop until the morning.

3. Milk & Honey, London

Milk & Honey is the British incarnation of the legendary New York bar. London's Milk & Honey can serve as a benchmark for such an institution: a stylish interior, a unique atmosphere, famous clients, including, for example, Guy Ricci, unique cocktails made by the bartender's own recipe, an exquisite menu. Here, not only freshly squeezed juices are served, but even the number of shakes of the shaker is carefully calculated: one extra movement - and the cocktail is spoiled. What's more, the ice at Milk & Honey isn't sourced from freezer, and manually chipped from a huge block of frozen mineral water special knife. The bar staff will readily fulfill your every desire, and the only problem for a potential visitor is to get inside. Until 11 pm the entrance is open to all, after which the bar turns into a closed club, access to which is open only to members, and only by prior arrangement. You may take some comfort in the fact that New York's Milk & Honey is open exclusively to members, so its British counterpart is quite democratic.

4. Bound Bar, Paris

One of the trendiest nightclubs in Paris, Bound Bar impresses first of all with its stylish interior design. Spectacular design in the current style of "glam rock" attracts young people and tourists to the club first of all. The Bound Bar opened in September 2005, and for five years now has served as the epitome of modern chic in the world's capital of luxury. The pink metal bar is complemented by spectacular decor details - beaded curtains, high bar stools upholstered in crocodile skin, and several huge plasma screens. In fact, Bound Bar is an island of postmodern New York in the heart of decadent Paris. The terrace of the bar offers a magnificent view of the famous George V street (Avenue George V). This perfect place for summer holiday with cocktail or sushi. In the evening, the bar changes beyond recognition and turns into a noisy night club with special lighting, among the regulars of which are many representatives of the cultural and financial elite of France.

5. Nozomi, London

London's Nozomi restaurant and bar became a cult following shortly after opening in 2005. While the initial hype around Nozomi has subsided, this "hot spot" in the heart of frigid Britain continues to be one of the trendiest hangout spots, and it's hard to get in. Just. Bar Nozomi is a favorite place of famous athletes, actors and other favorites of the paparazzi, whose faces flicker on the pages of gossip columns. However, mere mortals are also not barred from Nozomi and can enjoy the gourmet menu and cocktails too. By the way, lunch for one at Nozomi will cost you about 80-100 pounds. The interior of the bar is dominated by classical style, with panels of rare woods and luxurious tapestries. The wine list and range of cocktails at Nozomi is unrivaled in Britain.

6. Sky Bar, Beirut

Perched high above the Mediterranean coastline, Sky Bar offers stunning views of Beirut from its terrace. Sky Bar is one of the legends of Beirut, included in all guidebooks and tourist guides. Even Sky Bar's recent move from the Palm Beach Hotel to the glamorous Biel Hotel hasn't dented its phenomenal popularity. Sky Bar's clientele - a brilliant cocktail of local celebrities, TV stars and American tourists - prefer to visit the bar on the weekends, and then the champagne flows like a river, and the motley crowd turns into a single organism, shuddering at the pace of the electric beat. If you are going to visit the Sky Bar after 9 pm, you need to book a table, otherwise you will hardly be able to get into this paradise for party people.

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7. Velvet Lounge, Shanghai

If you want to see shockingly decadent Shanghai, the Velvet Lounge is one of the city's most popular hangouts. Previously, Velvet Lounge was called Casanova Restaurant, but along with the name, it has changed its atmosphere: now it is a chic bar-restaurant with an unusual atmosphere that attracts a wide variety of audiences to Velvet Lounge, from big businessmen to local bohemians and informals. A sensual decor dominated by red and black, moderate prices and a rich music program at the weekend (mostly house music played by guest DJs) are just some of the highlights of the Velvet Lounge.

8 Seduction, Tallinn

In the center of Tallinn, one of the most pro-Western and touristy cities in Eastern Europe, you will find the Seduction Bar, formerly known as Riff. This is a popular place where club lovers from all over the country gather on weekends, attracted by perfect cocktails and the opportunity to break away on the dance floor in an interesting company. Perhaps the only “minus” of Seduction is that there are no windows in the smoking area. Otherwise, this Tallinn club is a unique place, with a lively atmosphere. The restaurant-cafe on the second floor is decorated in a boudoir style, its decor is dominated by red leather, and local and guest DJs (mostly electro and house) perform regularly in the club.

9. Radost, Prague

Bar Radost (translated from Czech - "joy") is hiding in one of the alleys of Prague, far from popular tourist routes. Meanwhile, its name is well known among the Czech creative bohemia - it is artists, writers and musicians who are regulars at the bar. Cozy sofas and armchairs with zebra print are never empty, it is noisy and fun here at any time of the day, on any day of the week. In addition, the bar has a gallery where works by local young artists are exhibited. Luckily, not many tourists are aware of this clubbing gem in Prague, so you can see a real Czech place without a touch of Americanism.

10. Vertigo Grill & Moon Bar, Bangkok

Vertigo (translated from English as "vertigo") is a fitting name for this upmarket and highly original establishment in the heart of Bangkok, as Vertigo Restaurant & Bar sits on the dizzying height of the 61st floor of the Banyan Tree Hotel. In Vertigo you can enjoy not only excellent cuisine and cocktails, but also a magnificent panorama of the Thai capital. If you plan to visit Vertigo, try to guess the weather - the bar is located on an open-air terrace, and sipping cocktails in the pouring rain is a dubious pleasure, and Bangkok below is hard to see behind the veil of rain. But on a fine summer evening, when the heat subsides, Vertigo seems almost like paradise. And how nice it is to watch the sunset in the waters of the Chao Phraya River. Surprisingly, despite the unique location of the bar and its popularity, the prices here are quite reasonable even for the average tourist.

11. Spy Bar, Stockholm

The "spy bar", Spy Bar, is located in the heart of downtown Stockholm, next to luxury brand boutiques and other high-end stores. Here, mainly financial bigwigs, rich people, local celebrities and " beautiful people”, occasionally flashes the faces of football players or famous musicians. If you dream of getting into the high society of Stockholm and making useful contacts, stop by the Spy Bar on Wednesday or Thursday, when the ranks of party-goers are thinning, and you can almost freely reserve a table. An important feature of the Spy Bar is the strictest face control, so you must look impeccable in order to have a chance of getting inside. The interior is decorated in an ultra-modern style, you will not find furniture from Ikea here. Service is beyond praise, and waitresses and hostesses can compete with top models. To see everything with your own eyes, you should even stand in line at the entrance for an hour!

Just think, man, secret bars! Having fun is cool, but having fun in secret from the rest of the world, in the company of the elite - is twice as cool! Of course, there is an oddity in this venture, but you must admit: there is something special about the prospect of drinking in a place that most people have never heard of in their lives. America is full of such bars. Maybe in Russia they will soon also begin to appear. Or have already appeared, but we do not know!

1. Please, Don "t Tell (Please don't tell anyone), New York

The most famous of the secret bars, so to speak. Here you can book seats, but only on the same day, starting at three in the afternoon. Getting in isn't easy either: the entrance is in a phone booth behind the hot dog stand. You need to turn the phone dial, and they will open it for you. Drinks are also interesting, some are old-fashioned and some are new-fashioned, with bacon.

2. Noble Experiment (Noble experiment), San Diego

You can get here through a craft beer bar: like this, from one bar straight to another. However, if you suddenly feel like cocktails and you can reserve a place, just click on the wall with kegs in the toilet (it really looks like old empty kegs) - and a small passage will open in front of you. A giant room with skulls will open in front of you, and with it solid drinks. The best choice here - rely on bartenders who can invent a new drink right in front of your eyes.

3. The Franklin Mortgage & Investment Co. (Franklin Mortgage and Investment Company), Philadelphia

It's not that easy to speak. They say they make the best cocktails in all of Philadelphia. The poorly lit rooms are reminiscent of Prohibition times - most likely, this is what the establishments where illegally sold alcoholic beverages looked like. All American, no vodka-based cocktails.

4. Wilson & Wilson Private Detective Agency (Detective Agency Wilson and Wilson), San Francisco

This agency is very bad at finding criminals, but fortunately they are great at mixing drinks. In this secret place you will be drunk incredibly tasty and drunk. The menu is made in the form of a criminal case, and you can choose anything from it - a slightly predictable move, but still fits into the surroundings.

5. Williams & Graham (Williams and Graham), Denver

A classic secret door in the form of a bookcase leads here. The bar prepares cocktails based on seasonal fruits and vegetables, and they turn out to be truly unthinkable and even some kind of crazy. They also have an outstanding drink, which is great to wash down their strange drinks. That's what ingenuity means!

6. Maria's Packaged Goods & Community Bar (Ready-made goods from Mary), Chicago

Nothing is written on the door of this bar, but it is located in a small liquor store. Surprisingly, behind such an unremarkable appearance is one of the best bars in Chicago! Another atypical moment: mixed drinks do not play the main role here, although they are also excellently good. But here is a mind-blowing selection of drafts! If you are a fan of craft beer, you will definitely appreciate this place.

7. The Gibson, Washington

Nothing is written on the door of this secret bar either, and it can easily be confused with a residential building. The atmosphere is indescribable. It's like you're back in the twenties where they serve incredible modern drinks. It's dark, quiet and peaceful here - definitely worth booking a seat.

8. Death + Company (Death and Company), New York

You can love this bar not only for its name, but also for its special mood. The music is cool and always very out of place (for example, the same David Bowie), curtains and lighting set in a mystical way, and you literally feel like you are in another era. The menu seems to have been bitten a little - who do you think?

9. Blind Barber (Blind hairdresser), Los Angeles and New York

If the place with that name was not a secret bar, hardly anyone would ever want to visit it. You get into it by going into the main entrance of the hairdresser's and passing through the secret door immediately behind the drain into which hair is swept in the front. The drinks are extravagantly named: "Batman", "Smoke and Dagger" - sounds devilishly delicious, and you do not have to be fooled to try them.

10. RH, Alexandria

Take a look at this unremarkable door next to the blue lantern. Is the lantern on? So the door is open! Inside you will find a quiet place in classical style where it is good to spend a relaxing evening. Drinks mixed with bitters homemade and juices, all impeccably dressed and everything that goes into your mouth is delicious and fresh.