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Kahii Bar in Sydney – Coffee Days Boozy Nights
Sydney

Kahii Bar in Sydney – Coffee Days Boozy Nights

  • 12. Februar 2025
Sydney’s cocktail scene is constantly evolving, and one of the most exciting trends in recent years is the rise of tea and coffee-infused cocktails. No longer just supporting ingredients, tea...
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Sydney’s Timeless Tipples – Revisiting Maybe Sammy and Cantina OK! Five Years On
Cantina OK!, Maybe Sammy, Sydney

Sydney’s Timeless Tipples – Revisiting Maybe Sammy and Cantina OK! Five Years On

  • 12. Februar 2025
Like a well-thrown boomerang, I keep coming back to Sydney—year after year, trip after trip. There’s something magnetic about this city, an irresistible pull that always brings me home to...
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Bar Sumi in Sydney – A Personalised Cocktail Experience
Sydney

Bar Sumi in Sydney – A Personalised Cocktail Experience

  • 11. Februar 2025
During my recent visit to Bar Sumi, nestled in Regent Place at 501 George Street, Sydney, I was captivated by its intimate ambiance and innovative approach to mixology. The bar...
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Savouring & Sipping in Style – A Culinary and Cocktail Adventure in Bali
Bali

Savouring & Sipping in Style – A Culinary and Cocktail Adventure in Bali

  • 4. Januar 2025
I recently had the immense pleasure of experiencing the extraordinary culinary offerings of Locavore NXT, Herbivore, and Night Rooster in Ubud, Bali. These establishments, part of the Locavore family, exemplify...
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Discovering Kuala Lumpur Through Its Bars
Kuala Lumpur

Discovering Kuala Lumpur Through Its Bars

  • 19. Dezember 2024
A Sip of the City | Discovering Kuala Lumpur Through Its Bars One of the most immersive ways to experience a city is through its bars. Beyond the drinks themselves,...
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DSTRCT.ART in Düsseldorf – A Bar that Blends Art and Indulgence
Düsseldorf

DSTRCT.ART in Düsseldorf – A Bar that Blends Art and Indulgence

  • 10. Dezember 2024
There’s a bar missing from my website—a place that started as a pop-up concept and has now found a permanent home for its vision. DSTRCT.ART began as a creative experiment...
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Bar Garçon in Munich – Redefining Cocktails with European Spirits, Sustainability, and Soul
München

Bar Garçon in Munich – Redefining Cocktails with European Spirits, Sustainability, and Soul

  • 26. November 2024
Nestled in Munich’s vibrant Gärtnerplatz district, Bar Garçon offers more than just great drinks—it’s a celebration of European spirits, sustainability, and warm hospitality, all driven by the creative vision of...
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Le Quatrième Tiers – The Art of Quality and Consistency in Montpellier’s Hidden Gem
Montpellier, Revisited, wärmstens empfohlen

Le Quatrième Tiers – The Art of Quality and Consistency in Montpellier’s Hidden Gem

  • 12. September 2024
Montpellier, a city that seamlessly blends its rich history with a vibrant, modern energy, is home to an exceptional bar. Tucked away in its medieval alleys, this bar not only...
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Cocktails, Coffee, and Cardamom Buns | Rediscovering Berlin’s Magic
Berlin, Central Europe

Cocktails, Coffee, and Cardamom Buns | Rediscovering Berlin’s Magic

  • 29. Juli 2024
Summer in the capital is the motto of July, and the vibrant streets of Berlin are calling me back. I missed the city, its people, and the incredible freedom and...
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The View – Ein Blick hinter die Kulissen der Berliner Bar Fabelei
Berlin, Fabelei

The View – Ein Blick hinter die Kulissen der Berliner Bar Fabelei

  • 31. Dezember 2023
Diesen Artikel habe ich für die DBU und das Drinks Magazin geschrieben.
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Voice Over –  A Hidden Gem of Nostalgic Elegance and Creative Cocktails in Kaohsiung
Taiwan

Voice Over – A Hidden Gem of Nostalgic Elegance and Creative Cocktails in Kaohsiung

  • 10. Dezember 2023
Kaohsiung, a vibrant port city nestled in the south of Taiwan, is a true gem known for its breathtaking harbor and rich maritime heritage. As Taiwan’s third-largest city, it gracefully...
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Bar Dip – A liquid journey through Hakka Heritage in Kaohsiung
Taiwan

Bar Dip – A liquid journey through Hakka Heritage in Kaohsiung

  • 10. Dezember 2023
During my bar adventures, it’s not just about savouring good drinks but also connecting with fellow enthusiasts. In one delightful encounter at Kaohsiung’s Voice Over Bar, I struck up a...
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Pavillon de Verre – Discover the Hidden Gem of Copenhagen’s Cocktail Scene at Torvehallerne
Kopenhagen, Northern Europe

Pavillon de Verre – Discover the Hidden Gem of Copenhagen’s Cocktail Scene at Torvehallerne

  • 5. Dezember 2023
Embarking on a journey through the vibrant market halls of Torvehallerne in Copenhagen, I stumbled upon a hidden gem of the city’s cocktail culture. Nestled in a small pavilion bathed...
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Taiwan’s cocktail culture is more than just drinks Taiwan’s cocktail culture is more than just drinks—it’s storytelling in a glass. In the latest instalment of my series Sip by Sip | My Cocktail Journey Through Taiwan, I return to Kaohsiung, where creativity brews quietly and confidently beneath the tropical heat. This chapter explores two unforgettable bars: @voiceover158 and @bar.dip_tw 
🍸 Curious? Read the full story and sip your way through Taiwan’s rising spirits. Link in bio.
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🍸 Curious? Read the full story and sip your way th 🍸 Curious? Read the full story and sip your way through Taiwan’s rising spirits. Link in Profile
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Beyond the neon glow, Korea’s bar scene is a sophi Beyond the neon glow, Korea’s bar scene is a sophisticated tapestry of craft and creativity. Witness the artistry in every glass – from classic concoctions to innovative Korean twists. Intrigued? Discover the full story, exclusive bar recommendations, and more beautiful cocktail imagery on my website: barstalker.de | link in bio
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Just visited one of Kaohsiung’s creative bars—Voic Just visited one of Kaohsiung’s creative bars—Voice Over. I’m writing a full piece about this unforgettable cocktail experience.
If you love great drinks and better stories, follow me & check out my site. This is just a taste. 🍸
Handcrafted and distilled bar adventures await 🍸✨D Handcrafted and distilled bar adventures await 🍸✨Dive into the art of cocktails—with high-proof stories that leave you stirred, not shaken. Only the places that pour with purpose earn a place on my site. 
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Why These Bars Mattered to Me | What connected the Why These Bars Mattered to Me | What connected these bars wasn’t just ownership or aesthetic—it was intention. Each venue explored what it means to be Japanese through the lens of flavour: fermented rice, roasted tea, smoke, soil, ritual, and restraint. They made space for silence and ceremony in a city that never stops buzzing. They reminded me that a great cocktail isn’t just a combination of ingredients. It’s a conversation—between cultures, histories, and people. And Tokyo? Tokyo has a lot to say. Here’s what I have to say about it on barstalker.de
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What I Look for in a Bar—And Why Tokyo Surprised M What I Look for in a Bar—And Why Tokyo Surprised Me | When I walk into a bar, I want more than a drink. I’m looking for something that lingers—a creative spark, a ritual, a moment that stays with me long after the glass is empty. I want cocktails that tell a story. Japan is famous for elevating bartending to an art form, especially in Tokyo, where precision and tradition meet experimentation and quiet innovation. But it wasn’t the whisky highballs or perfect Manhattans I was chasing this time. I wanted to explore something more local—not just geographically, but spiritually. And what I found? A trio of bars that reimagine Japan’s native ingredients—tea, shochu, sake—and blend tradition with cutting-edge technique. These were not just drinks; they were conversations in a glass. Read my bar adventure on barstalker.de | link in bio
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Spotlight on the Mixology Group | At the cutting e Spotlight on the Mixology Group | At the cutting edge of Tokyo’s cocktail innovation is the Mixology Group, helmed by acclaimed bartender and drinks creator @shuzonagumo . His portfolio of concept-driven bars fuses traditional Japanese ingredients with modern mixology techniques, resulting in some of the city’s most talked-about drinking destinations. Each bar explores a unique angle—from aged cocktails and tea-based creations. I visited three of these standout bars— @folklore_okuroji , @mixology_salon , and the classic @mixologyheritage . Let’s dive into the drinks and discoveries from each of these remarkable places. Be my guest on barstalker.de | link in profile
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Kaohsiung, Taiwan – a city kissed by sea breeze an Kaohsiung, Taiwan – a city kissed by sea breeze and neon light. Hidden in an unassuming building lies Bar Dip: a modern cocktail sanctuary woven with Hakka heritage. One sip of their Indigo Forest—herbal, floral, whispering of blue dye traditions—and you’re transported. Every drink here tells a story. Subtle. Unexpected. Local.  Kaohsiung is full of contrasts—lush parks, brutalist buildings, vibrant food stalls. And cocktails that think beyond the glass. Read more on barstalker.de | Thank you @bar.dip_tw for the warm welcome, the instant recognition, and the very cool T-shirt.
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