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    Alexandra Barstalker

Bar Lafayette, Perth – Classy, Cosy, Charming
Australia, Bar Lafayette, Perth

Bar Lafayette, Perth – Classy, Cosy, Charming

  • 26. May 2019
Last month I said cheers to the best watering holes across Australia. My first stop was Perth. According to the latest study by Mercer consulting company, Perth shows up in...
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Monkey Bar Cologne 🐒 – Has landed on the 25hours Hotel The Circle
Cologne, Hotelbars, Monkey Bar

Monkey Bar Cologne 🐒 – Has landed on the 25hours Hotel The Circle

  • 13. March 2019
What I love about Cologne’s bustling bar scene is that the locations are within walking distance, there is a friendly vibe at all times and I always meet nice people...
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Bacoroot Cocktail – Berlins Creation for BLGCC 2019
Berlin, Sharing is Caring

Bacoroot Cocktail – Berlins Creation for BLGCC 2019

  • 26. February 2019
I recently reported on my statement that we have many talented bartenders in Berlin. Christof Reichert is one of these and you can currently find him at the Lobby Bar...
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Sip Sip Hooray – The Festival of Artisanal Drinking is back
Berlin, Highly recommended, Sharing is Caring, Spirits

Sip Sip Hooray – The Festival of Artisanal Drinking is back

  • 25. February 2019
Craft Cocktails Festival is a sophisticated four-day event with local spirits from Berlin and the vicinity. It is a combination of the most ambitious and innovative bars of the Kreuzberg,...
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Truffle Pig – Hidden in Plain Sight
Berlin, Truffle Pig

Truffle Pig – Hidden in Plain Sight

  • 22. February 2019
Lately, I noticed that we have many skilled bartenders in Berlin. There are places where you can get great drinks just like in London or Paris. I love locations that...
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Atelier Cocktail Bar – A watering hole in the wild beauty of Gran Canaria
Atelier Cocktail Bar, Gran Canaria, Highly recommended, Sharing is Caring

Atelier Cocktail Bar – A watering hole in the wild beauty of Gran Canaria

  • 17. February 2019
Some were wondering when I posted all these wonderful pictures from Gran Canaria. Admittedly, when I got the invitation I thought it must be a mistake. A cocktail bar in...
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Ginbo Gin & Cocktail Bar – Discovering the Balearic islands
Ginbo Cocktail Bar, Highly recommended, Mallorca

Ginbo Gin & Cocktail Bar – Discovering the Balearic islands

  • 31. January 2019
In February 2016, I met Matías Iriarte Turnes doing a guestshift at Bryk Bar in Berlin. He introduced the concept of the Ginbo Gin & Cocktail Bar located in the...
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1930 Cocktail Bar – Shh… it is a secret!
1930 Cocktail Bar, Highly recommended, Milan, Sharing is Caring

1930 Cocktail Bar – Shh… it is a secret!

  • 11. January 2019
Milan is the financial heart of Italy and one of the fashion and design capitals of the world. You will find centuries-old art and cultural history alongside luxury boutiques and...
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Immertreu – Take a seat and have a drink
Berlin, Having a drink, Highly recommended, Immertreu, Recipes

Immertreu – Take a seat and have a drink

  • 6. January 2019
One of my favourite bars in Berlin has long been and still is Immertreu. Hidden, intimate, and a place for serious drinkers. The idea is simple: serving classical cocktails and...
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Fotobattle – Mobile versus Pro-Camera
Berlin, Other, Sharing is Caring, Stairs

Fotobattle – Mobile versus Pro-Camera

  • 26. December 2018
The pictures on my website are almost exclusively taken by me. This isn’t always easy with the atmospheric lighting in bars. The lighting conditions are challenging, and I am always...
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Dry Milano – Cocktail meets Pizza
Dry Milano, Highly recommended, Milan, Restaurant and Bars

Dry Milano – Cocktail meets Pizza

  • 20. December 2018
Milan is the financial heart of Italy and one of the fashion capitals of the world, so it is no wonder that I had a totally wrong image of Dry...
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Backdoor 43 – The Little Big One
Backdoor 43, Highly recommended, Milan, Sharing is Caring, The Aviation Project

Backdoor 43 – The Little Big One

  • 15. December 2018
The relationship between customer and bartender is a very special one. My preferred seat is always where the magic happens. When I enter a venue I normally look for a...
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Rotkehlchen – A cosy nest, a home from home
Highly recommended, Münster, Restaurant and Bars, Rotkehlchen, small cities great bars, The Aviation Project

Rotkehlchen – A cosy nest, a home from home

  • 9. December 2018
When in Münster under no circumstances should you miss this adventure. Beside intimate cocktail bars, I love the holistic approach of serving all the things I need for my culinary...
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𝙼𝚢 𝚊𝚍𝚟𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚞𝚛𝚎𝚜 𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚊 𝚌𝚘𝚌𝚔𝚝𝚊𝚒𝚕 𝚘𝚏 𝚂𝚙𝚒𝚛𝚒𝚝, 𝙻𝚘𝚟𝚎 & 𝙿𝚊𝚜𝚜𝚒𝚘𝚗 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚊 𝚍𝚊𝚜𝚑 𝚘𝚏 𝙸𝚗𝚍𝚒𝚟𝚒𝚍𝚞𝚊𝚕𝚒𝚝𝚢. 𝙸 𝚊𝚖 𝚊 𝚗𝚘𝚗-𝚙𝚛𝚘𝚏𝚒𝚝 𝙱𝚕𝚘𝚐𝚐𝚎𝚛 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙳𝚛𝚒𝚗𝚔𝚏𝚕𝚞𝚎𝚗𝚌𝚎𝚛.
#𝚜𝚎𝚛𝚒𝚘𝚞𝚜𝚋𝚊𝚛𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚕𝚔𝚒𝚗𝚐

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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