"Nights of the Best" is a cocktail event hosted by Barson, creating opportunities for exchange and learning among Asia's top mixologists. The first guests were Micky Lee and Miller Wang, two experienced mixologists from Hope & Sesame Guangzhou, ranked 7th on Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025 list. The bar is known as a symbol of the modern cocktail movement in China.
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Guests enjoying cocktails at Barson. Photo: Barson |
Guests enjoying cocktails at Barson. Photo: Barson
The two-night event on 26/7-27/7 offered guests unique experiences with a menu of six special drinks.
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Miller Wang (left) and Micky Lee (right). Photo: Barson |
Miller Wang (left) and Micky Lee (right). Photo: Barson
Micky, a top-three finalist in the Maker's Mark Future Masters 2025 national competition, brought to Barson drinks inspired by a youthful spirit and creativity with unique ingredients. Meanwhile, veteran mixologist Miller Wang, with eight years of experience, created signature cocktails with a distinct personal touch.
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Truffle Banana by mixologists Micky Lee and Miller Wang. Photo: Barson |
Truffle Banana by mixologists Micky Lee and Miller Wang. Photo: Barson
First up was the Truffle Banana, featuring fermented banana and truffle honey, evoking the flavors of caramelized banana bread and applewood smoke. Next was the Green Goodness, with celery juice, mint, and aloe vera gel in a tube, offering a refreshing herbal sensation.
The Black Garlic Manhattan combined the umami flavor of distilled black garlic. Finally, the 50/50 Sour, with coffee and Earl Grey tea, unfolded layers of sweet and gentle aroma.
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Black Garlic Manhattan cocktail with black garlic. Photo: Barson |
Black Garlic Manhattan cocktail with black garlic. Photo: Barson
"Nights of the Best" will return with more appearances and exchanges from leading Asian mixologists at Barson. Located on the ground floor of Le Meridien Saigon hotel on the Saigon River, the bar specializes in signature cocktails, international cuisine, and live music performances.
Dan Minh
Barson - Le Meridien Saigon
Address: Ground Floor - 3C Ton Duc Thang, Ben Nghe Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
Opening hours: 7h-0h
Email: fnb.reservations@lemeridien.com
Phone: 0559227766
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Barson.sgn
Website: https://sevn.ly/xpCUXYEY
