Locally Brewed: Indonesia’s Craft Beer Scene
Indonesia has long been synonymous with a single beer brand – almost to a patriotic level! Long had this Indonesian beer brand reigned across bars in Jakarta, Bali and throughout the archipelago. However, Indonesia’s craft beers have made it onto the scene and are changing this landscape: Bali-based breweries are bringing their own flair, froth
8 Best Beer Bars in Jakarta: From Pubs to Beer Gardens
There’s a growing beer culture in Jakarta. As the local craft beer scene is really developing, this has fuelled a culinary curiosity for the unique flavours of hops and malt among enthusiasts! For those looking to explore further, here are NOW! Jakarta’s picks for eight best beer bars in Jakarta to savour big and small names in
Where to Celebrate the Iconic Negroni Week in Jakarta (2023)
This year’s Negroni Week is held between 18-24 September 2023 and of course top bars and venues in the city are celebrating! Here’s a list of great places to celebrate Negroni Week in Jakarta this 2023. Negroni Week was launched back in 2013 by Imbibe Magazine together with Campari, in celebration of one of the
Inside ARTOZ Bar, Jakarta’s New Whisky Wonderland
Plush, grand and fully stocked, the newly renovated ARTOZ Bar welcomes late-night imbibers into their vintage-inspired venue, home to Jakarta’s largest whisky & cognac collection. Certainly an old favourite, especially for patrons of neighbour and sister restaurant AMUZ Gourmet, ARTOZ has reemerged from its full makeover to present a space that guests will surely want
Get Fancy at Billions
Billions is anything that people could ask for, there are ‘billion options’ to have fun at its best bets way possible, from high-end bar to the expensive entertainment. Photo courtesy of Billions Jakarta/NOW!JAKARTA Lies in the high-end shopping destination Pacific Place at Sudirman Central Business District (SCBD), Billions Jakarta is the new lifestyle destination with a
Beaming Up at Rhythm Room Space & Bar
In the suites setup, Rhythm Room Space & Bar is meant for anyone looking for a sick beat, unapologetic dance and good song with cocktails in hand. Photo courtesy of ARTOTEL Group/NOW!JAKARTA One of ARTOTEL portfolio properties, Goodrich Suites Jakarta has a new chic lifestyle hub for nightcrawlers who seek full decked entertainment and good drinks
Letter from the Cocktail Masters
Arey Barker. Photo courtesy of NOW! Bali/NOWJAKARTA If you are considering a bartending career or gain the knowledge of a mixologist, you’re going to need to know the history behind spirits and liqueurs. NOW! Bali has curated articles and video series namely Behind the Bar, highlighting the science of cocktail making of Bali’s most popular bars
Manta Spiced Rum: Locally Made, International Quality
Manta Spiced Rum combines a unique mix of prized spices with aged rum providing complex layers of taste that is best served neat or with a favourite cola and a slice of lime. Photo courtesy of Manta/NOWJAKARTA Rich yet smooth, Manta Spiced Rum combines a unique mix of prized spices with aged rum providing complex layers
Get Personal at Soirée
Soirée Bar and Lounge is a hidden nest for Jakarta nightcrawlers who look for intimate enjoyment of good cocktails, stylish foods and some self-entertainments. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA “An evening party or gathering, typically in a private house, for conversation or music” is the premise to represent the attitude of the bar that boasts their priority on
A Rooftop Pool Bar Experience at Sixth Sense
Within convenient distance to Soekarno Hatta International Airport and West Jakarta, Sixth Sense provides an instant getaway to lifestyle in the satellite city of Tangerang. Photo Courtesy of Sixth Sense at Novotel Tangerang/NOWJAKARTA Sixth Sense at Novotel Tangerang spoils guests with a complete lifestyle experience through a scenic rooftop pool view and its vibrant culinary offer at the pool bar.
OZONE Bar & Karaoke is Now Open!
With first-class food, drinks and music, this nightlife hub at The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan could easily be your new all-time favourite. OZONE Bar & Karaoke offers refreshed and retouched interior features. Photo courtesy of OZONE Bar & Karaoke/NOWJAKARTA After several years of hiatus, the understated club at The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan—formerly known as Tempus—now
Bartending Beauties at Barong Bar
At the end of July, two talented female bartenders delivered a special cocktail experience during a bar takeover at Barong Bar. Mega Amelia and Trisna Bona collaborated with Barong Bar’s head bartender Andrew Lugiman to create exquisite cocktails for privileged guests at Fairmont Jakarta. Mega Amelia and Trisna Bona collaborated with Barong Bar’s head bartender Andrew Lugiman to
New Signature Cocktails at ARTOZ Bar
ARTOZ Bar launched a new cocktail series that are sure to have you begging for more. ARTOZ Bar offers a private and comfortable ambience for you to hang out with family, friends, and business relations. Photos by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA Introducing Tennesse Sherif, an after-dinner cocktail with a good slug of whiskey, sweetened by Cherry Brandy and lemon