It doesn't get any better than the classic martini, and we've found some of the best in Singapore.
Sex and the City, James Bond, Ocean’s 8… The humble martini has become quite the motif in several films. You can consider it to be one of the most popular cocktails around the world that’s incredibly easy to shake (or stir) up on your own. All you need is two parts gin or vodka to one part vermouth, olives and lemon peel (it’s optional but we’d include it to be classy). If you don’t have all the ingredients at home, fret not. These bars offer some of the best martinis in Singapore.
Where to find the best martini in Singapore
1. Atlas
The drinking experience is like no other when you visit Atlas. Step in and you’ll be transported to the 20s with the stunning art deco architecture. Because gin and champagne were the drink of choice back then, you can trust Atlas to have the most impressive physical collection of these libations. The same goes for its selection of martinis! The Atlas Martini is a classic, made with Atlas’s very own gin. Otherwise, try variations like the orange blossom martini or the Atlas espresso martini.
Atlas, Parkview Square, 600 North Bridge Road, Singapore 188778
2. Last Word
Named after the classic cocktail, the Last Word, this bar aims to rekindle the romance of classic cocktails paired with simple Japanese dishes. Take a seat along the eight-metre-long wooden bar and get a front row seat to the cocktail shaking action. This martini is made with Bombay Premier Cru gin (for an extra zesty touch) and house blended dry vermouth. If you’re feeling fancy, go for the Pornstar Martini which comes with a serving of R de Ruinart Brut.
Last Word, #02-01, 8 Purvis Street, Singapore 188587
3. Hevel
It’s no secret that we love Hevel for its affordable menu and warm service. Dishes are served in a communal style, allowing you to share plates carefully crafted by chef Stefan Liau. You could opt for a wine pairing to go along with dinner, but we highly recommend going for the cocktail pairing instead. It gives you the opportunity to try the Hevel Martini made with Never Never gin. We’re big fans.
Hevel, #01-04, 1 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089109
4. Gibson
Trust a bar that names itself Gibson to dish out what could possibly be the best martini in Singapore. In case you didn’t know – a Gibson is basically a martini with a different hat. Instead of an olive or lemon twist, a Gibson is garnished with an onion. This bar’s fanciest Gibson is made with premium London Dry gin, truffled baby peach, pickled pearl onion, and smoked quail egg. Psst: if you drop by during happy hour, you can enjoy mini Gibsons at just $10 a glass!
Gibson, Level 2, 20 Bukit Pasoh Road, Singapore 089834
5. Nobu
Go on a creative journey through traditional Japanese cuisine at celebrity chef and restauranteur Nobu Matsuhisa’s famed restaurant. Peruvian flavours are treated with classic Japanese techniques to bring you dishes like spicy chicken tacos and honey anticucho prawns. As for the martinis, you can find them flavoured with mandarin vodka, lychee, and ginger.
Nobu, Level 3, Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, 190 Orchard Boulevard, Singapore 248646
6. Fura
Ever wondered what the future of food looks like? Because the team at Fura seem to have a pretty good idea. This pioneering watering hole is looking to shape food culture through sustainability and creativity. Ingredients come in the form of insect proteins, cell-cultured milk and quail, and coffee-free coffee. The jellyfish martini features (you guessed it) jellyfish, fish leaf, spirulina, and kombu oil. Quite the experience, we say!
Fura, Level 2, 74A Amoy Street, Singapore 069893
7. No. 5 Emerald Hill
You may not get the best martini in Singapore here, but you can expect the most unique! Housed within a Peranakan-styled building on Emerald Hill, you can find a variety of martini flavours available at No. 5 Emerald Hill. This includes funky variations mixed with umeshu, longan, and mango flavours. And you can’t leave without ordering a side of its famed prawn paste chicken wings. Delish. And let’s not forget their two-for-$30 martini promotion available all day long.
No. 5 Emerald Hill, 5 Emerald Hill Road, Singapore 229289
8. Lumo
This speakeasy isn’t too difficult to find, you’ll be able to spot it on the corner of Carpenter Street. Serving up modern European fare, expect delicious plates and extra warm hospitality at Lumo, no matter where you choose to sit. It’s also got a rich and sumptuous espresso martini on the menu made with Keepr’s spiced rum. Non-martini drinkers, consider asking the bar manager for a bespoke cocktail!
Lumo, #01-00, CMO Building, 50 South Bridge Road, Singapore 058682
9. Morton’s The Steakhouse
If you want a good steak, there’s nowhere else to be than Morton’s. Not only does it serve up juicy slabs of beef and fresh seafood, you get to enjoy your meal in a beautifully sophisticated dining room. The perfect drink to have with your dish? A Mortini, of course. Drop by and sip on gin, vodka, lychee, or chocolate martinis! Oh, and you’ll also be treated to complimentary filet mignon sandwiches during happy hour.
Morton’s The Steakhouse, Level 4, Mandarin Oriental Singapore, 5 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039797
10. Anti:Dote
This stylish and modern cocktail bar never disappoints. Every menu item is meticulously crafted, satisfying foodie enthusiasts and cocktail lovers alike. Drinks here draw inspiration from both ancient and modern recipes from around the world. If you’re looking for a dirty martini, this is the place to be. Made with gin, Lillet Blanc, and a healthy dash of olive brine, it’ll perk you right up.
Anti:Dote, Fairmont Singapore, 80 Bras Basah Road, Singapore 189560
11. Maison Ikkouku
Maison Ikkouku is where you will find all the trendiest peeps. Owned by Ethan Leslie Leong – the creator of Asia’s most expensive cocktail “The Jewel of Pangaea” (it was $35k a glass!) – you can bet your bottom dollar your drink’s gonna be ah-mazing. You’ll find some extra strong martinis on the “potent” section of the menu. And potent is right, because it’ll be pumped with four shots of gin or vodka. Get them dry, dirty, or in Vesper form.
Maison Ikkouku, 20 Kandahar Street, Singapore 198885
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