The best guest shifts in Hong Kong and Macau ahead of Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025

As Macau gears up for the prestigious awards ceremony, guest shifts abound in the sister SARs – including an ambitious eight-hands event at the Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong

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Some of the many mixologists who will be present in Hong Kong and Macau for guest shifts leading up to – and following – Asia’s 50 Best Bars in Macau on July 15. Photos: Handout

Published: 6:00pm, 10 Jul 2025Updated: 3:14pm, 11 Jul 2025

The countdown begins for Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025! For the first time, the spotlight is on Macau as the SAR prepares to host the prestigious awards ceremony, unveiling the list on July 15.

In the lead-up to the big night, both Hong Kong and Macau will be buzzing with guest shifts and visiting mixologists from some of the world’s most celebrated bars in one of the most exciting weeks of the year for bar goers. If you’re looking to sip drinks from the world’s top bars without booking a flight, now’s your chance.

Here are our picks among the stellar crossovers happening in Hong Kong and Macau from July 11 to 16, where the craft, spirit and charisma of world-class mixology will be poured straight into your glass, whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or simply craving something new.

Friday, July 11

Nepal’s Finest: Barc x Tell Camellia x Courtroom

Gagan Gurung (left) of Tell Camellia and Saan Dhakal of Courtroom appear at Wing Lei Bar on Friday. Photos: Handout

Kick off Asia’s 50 Best Bars celebrations with a powerful trio of Nepal-born bartenders taking over Wing Lei Bar in Macau. Abhishek Tuladhar of Nepal’s Barc – which is fresh from winning the Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award – joins forces with Hong Kong’s Gagan Gurung of Tell Camellia and Saan Dhakal of Courtroom. Each brings something uniquely their own: Barc’s heartfelt service, Tell Camellia’s refined tea-inspired cocktails and Courtroom’s daring, socially conscious creations. What unites them is a deep-rooted passion for Nepalese flavours, culture and an unwavering commitment to genuine hospitality. Together, they represent a rising wave of talent redefining Nepal’s place on the world cocktail map, delivering their stories in every glass.

Where: Wynn Palace, Avenida da Nave Desportiva, Macau

When: 8pm-late

Tequila Extravaganza feat. Julio Bermejo and Dre Masso

Known for its unique Mexican inspiration and masterful use of agave spirits, Coa topped Asia’s 50 Best Bars list for three consecutive years in 2021, 2022 and 2023, and was still sitting strong at No 4 in 2024.

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