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Bar Tour Guide Vol.2 for Cocktail and Whiskey Lovers

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We've compiled a list of bars with a variety of cocktails and whiskeys to help you cool off during the hot summer.

Drunk Monk

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Bar โ€œDrunk Monkโ€ in Yeonhui-dong
Follow the light shining in the basement of a residential building to the basement
If you go down, you will see a wide open, high-rise bar.

In addition to splendid whiskey, rum and cognac, numerous liqueur lineups stand out.
In addition to the official whiskeys that are aged and aged, many independent bottled brands are also available. It is a recommended place to visit for those who like whiskey or want to learn and learn various whiskeys.

In addition to whiskey, thanks to Lee Jung-hyunโ€™s owner and bartenderโ€™s extensive cocktail knowledge,
You can enjoy cocktails with new recipes, as well as a variety of cocktails that have not been tasted due to the absence of liqueur, which is essential for the recipe, so you can visit it for the fun of discovering a cocktail that suits your taste.


Location: B1, Hidden Place, 3-4 Yeonhuimat-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
Business hours 17:00-21:00, open all year round
Existing business hours: 19:00-04:00, open all year round

ZEST SEOUL

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Zest, a bar located near Apgujeong Rodeo Station.

Zest, meaning the citrus peel of a citrus fruit
It also contains the meaning of zero waste.
Hip interior, gin made by season,
Made by skilled bartenders
A charming place with a variety of signature cocktails.
That's why, in the first year after opening, it beat the leading bars.
Until selected as one of Asia's 50 Best Bars in 2022 ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป

It is open from 3pm on the 2nd car near the rodeo station or on weekends.
It is also recommended to visit during the day.


โœ”๏ธLocation: 1st floor, Haneul Building, 26, Dosan-daero 55-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
โœ”๏ธHours: Mon-Fri 18:30-02:00, Sat, Sun 15:00-02:00

ํŒŒ์ธ์•ค์ฝ”

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'Pine & Co', a bar located on Apgujeong Rodeo Street

There is bartender Yu Min-guk, the winner of this year's World Class Korea.
The place where the bartender of Hongdoo, the winner of the 17th year, is the representative.

As with the speakeasy concept bar, if you go down the narrow alley, you will find the entrance to the bar.
A T-shaped bar with a fairly dark interior has a unique interior.
The interior reminds me of The Old Man, one of the world's best bars in Hong Kong.

You are making with various materials and various approaches.
The signature cocktail menu is the main menu here.

We recommend that you visit by car in the vicinity.


โœ”๏ธLocation: B1, 33, Seolleung-ro 157-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
โœ”๏ธHours: Tue-Sun 19:00-02:00, Closed on Mondays

Viva La Vida museum

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Malt bar 'Vibaravida Museum' located in Jamsil Sae-ae
One of the bars that has been protecting Songpa for a long time as it celebrates its 6th anniversary this year. There are so many different whiskeys available. It is also recommended for those who are looking for a mature malt whiskey or an old bottle.

A variety of whiskeys are one of the strengths of this place, but the well-balanced, high-quality cocktails made to suit your taste may also be the reason why this place has been loved for a long time.

If you are looking for a place to visit in Jamsil Saenae, or if you want to learn whiskey or cocktails, we recommend you to visit.

โœ”๏ธLocation: Vibaravida Museum, 1st floor, 52, Baekjegobun-ro 17-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul
โœ”๏ธHours: 17:30-23:00 daily

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"Cafe Plumpy" located on Haeundan-gil, Haeundae, Busan

Cafe Plumpy is one of the biggest reasons to visit Busan.
It is a place where you can enjoy two different spaces together because the space on the first floor and the space connected to the roof on the second floor are together by renovating a two-story house. Although it has the title of โ€œcafeโ€, it belongs to the category of a bistro bar/cafรฉ because you can order a variety of coffee, whiskey, cigars, barbecue and pasta.

You can enjoy drip coffee and desserts made with a variety of coffee beans, as well as a collection of whiskeys and cigars that the owner has been collecting for a long time. In addition, as we operate a reservation system in advance, if you inquire about the number of people and price when making a reservation, we will prepare a high-quality barbecue, so it is recommended when visiting.



โœ”๏ธLocation: 2nd floor, 14-6, Udong 1-ro 38beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
โœ”๏ธHours: Reservation system, contact @cafe_plumpy on Instagram

๋”์‰˜ํ„ฐ-The Shelter

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'The Shelter', a bar located in Dunsan-dong, Daejeon

When you go up to the 4th floor of the building, there is an entrance.
The spacious table space and bar seating are the first things that catch your eye.

Cocktails that are skillfully made are good, too.
The wide selection of whiskeys that fill the spacious back bar is also attractive here.

If you like whiskey, we recommend you to stop by when you visit Daejeon.


โœ”๏ธLocation: 4th floor, Goryeo Building, 45 Daedeok-daero 185beon-gil, Seo-gu, Daejeon
โœ”๏ธHours: 19:00~02:00, Closed on Mondays

Bar Sherry

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'Seri Bar' located near Tapdong Intersection in Jeju

A good place to drink cocktails made to your taste with a cozy interior and friendly owner. There were various types of whiskey and cognac, so it was fun to order according to one's taste.
In addition, cigars are also available, so it is recommended if you are visiting Jeju for the second time.

โœ”๏ธLocation: 1st floor, Jungang-ro 4-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-si
โœ”๏ธHours: Tue-Sun 19:00-02:00, Closed on Mondays

Terrapin

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Terrapin Bar located near Cheonggye 2-ga.

As you can see from the trade name 'Teraffin', one of the types of tortoises.
The turtle Lalo is the mascot here.

Hidden whiskey bars like Japanese alcoves
It's quite hip, but it's a so-called emotional atmosphere.
The drunken entrance and interior were quite attractive.

The owner is also greedy for cocktails,
It is also possible to access a wide range of whiskey lists at reasonable prices.
It seems to be one of the big attractions.
Last but not least, Guinness Draft is on sale!

It is a recommended space for the second or last train in the vicinity.




โœ”๏ธLocation: Terrapin, 1st floor, 32-3, Jongro 16-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
โœ”๏ธHours: Mon-Sat 19:00-03:00, Sunday 19:00-24:00 (see Instagram for details)

Chelseaโ€™s Highball

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Highball bar 'Chelsea Highball' located near Cheongdam Intersection

It comes out by burning with sparkling water directly from the tap.
It has a refreshing feeling of carbonic acid that cannot be tasted in commercial products.
The highball, which can only be tasted here, is attractive.

Reasonably priced highball and whiskey menu
In addition, the restaurant has a well-equipped food menu that goes well with the highball.

If you are a highballer, we recommend you to visit.


โœ”๏ธLocation: 1st floor, 14, Dosan-daero 85-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
โœ”๏ธHours: 16:00-01:00, closed on Sundays

The Chariot

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The speakeasy bar 'Bleu de Sangsu', newly opened near Sangsu Station, is now operating under the name change to 'The Chariot'. The place was opened by the bartenders from the fan-favorite 'Bar Chariot' and 'Hannam Cigar', bringing together cocktails, whiskey, and cigars tailored to your taste in an atmosphere reminiscent of a medieval European house. It seems like another charming space has been added to Sangsu.

Ghiwon22

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Bar 'Giwon 1956' located near Euljiro 1-ga Station

Structural diagram with two main bar sections divided into two halves
It was new and different from the structure of the existing bar, and although it was generally on the second floor
The high floor height creates a comfortable feeling.

Above all, he was in charge of the manager at Sangsu Distill,
Bartender Shin Ga-hee is the head, only Bartender-nim
It was great to be able to experience unique cocktails again.

Recently, the number of bars near Eulji-ro has increased, so if you are planning a bar tour
We recommend that you visit this place as well.






โœ”๏ธLocation: 22, Eulji-ro 3-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
โœ”๏ธHours: Daily 17:00-00:00, Closed on Sundays

Bar Lupin

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'Bar Lupine', a speech bar located near Apgujeong Rodeo Station

Press the switch with Lupine on the side of the door and enter
Overall, the interior of the orange color and the bar table
Impressive space.

As one of the first-generation speech bars in Korea, such as Le Chamber and Sherlock,
It is a classic space that has been loved for a long time.
It is recommended as a second car for anniversaries or special days.


โœ”๏ธLocation: 5, Seolleung-ro 160-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
โœ”๏ธHours: Daily 19:30-03:00