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A bottle of Mr Black in the cupboard looked at me. I looked back.

So we turned the # Mont Blanc we had our cafe previously into a cocktail-adjacent dessert drink by swapping espresso for coffee liqueur.

Honestly? This might be the grown-up version we never knew we needed.

P.S. The drink is great. The highball glass is not.

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A Week of Cocktails in Penang 🍸

Penang Cocktail Week brought together bars, bartenders and cocktail lovers through a series of events across the city—from guest shifts and special menus to food, music and plenty of drinks to discover along the way.

These were some of the moments from my experience throughout the week, including cocktails and small bites, bar hopping, and the Cocktail Garden finale at Hin Bus Depot.

The finale felt almost like a festival. Cocktails were being prepared throughout the evening, while food stalls kept everyone fed between drinks.

BYD, the title partner of Penang Cocktail Week, showcased the Sealion 7 at the event. Elsewhere at the garden, one of the participating liquor brands brought along an F1 simulator—probably the only car any of us should be driving after a few cocktails.

There was also a Durex display featuring its new 001 series, certainly one of the more unexpected things we came across that evening.

The music moved from an easy-going two-piece performance to Bunga Raya—one of my favourite local bands—as well as by Dato Maw, Coollen and Light Low, and DJ Jenni F and Y!N keeping the celebration going into the night.

A lively conclusion to a week celebrating Penang’s growing cocktail scene.

Did you attend any of the events during Penang Cocktail Week? Which bar, cocktail or moment stood out to you?

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We wrap up our @penangcocktailweek shenanigans with one of Asia's most decorated bartenders — Ming (@ming_f25), who brings his new brainchild, A Bar Has No Name (@abarhasnoname.sh) to Penang, as he takes over the bar at Backdoor Bodega tonight.

A man that needs little introduction in the bartending world, Ming is an award-winning veteran with multiple accolades under his belt, including World Class Bartender of the Year China, Cointreau Margarita Challenge Global Champion, and DRiNK Awards Bartender of the Year, as well as leading the bar programme as General Manager of Guangzhou's Hope & Sesame in his previous role.

Join us in welcoming Ming to George Town tonight, 19 September, from 8 PM onwards, as we celebrate the penultimate night of Penang Cocktail Week 2026.

#backdoorbodega
#penangcocktailweek
#pcw2026
#abarhasnoname

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An evening of refined cocktails, exceptional pours and stories from behind the bar.

Join Din Hassan for an exclusive Guest Shift at Smith & Wollensky Kuala Lumpur, presented in collaboration with Nativis.

Expect an elegant selection of signature cocktails, thoughtfully crafted with distinctive Nativis liqueurs where considered flavours, refined technique and Din’s signature style come together for an unforgettable evening.

📅 22 September 2026
🕗 8:00 PM till late
📍 Smith & Wollensky Kuala Lumpur

Reserve your table now at Smith & Wollensky Kuala Lumpur. Link in bio. Or call us at +6012 328 9760

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NO BAR HEISTS: VOLUME NINETEEN

Rounding up the celebrations of Penang Cocktail Week 2026 is Saturday evening's "Shanghai Knights" block party — and we're proud to play host to one of Shanghai's finest drinking establishments: the one and only Sober Company (@sober_company) of the SG Group.

A landmark institution that opened in 2017 and was named The Best Bar In Mainland China by Asia's 50 Best Bars, Sober Company is a multi-concept drinking space spread across two floors in its current location in Fuxing Park.

Join us in welcoming Michael and Winnie as they shake up some of Sober's iconic cocktails behind the bar at No Bar Here on Saturday, 19th September 2026, from 8 PM onwards.

#nobarhere
#penangcocktailweek
#pcw2026
#nobarheists

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NO BAR HEISTS: VOLUME SEVENTEEN

It's that time of the year again where the streets of Penang come to life with cocktail-loving revellers as we welcome the fourth edition of the annual Penang Cocktail Week!

We're kicking things off at No Bar Here with our favourite Americana joint in Hong Kong — the eclectic Honky Tonks Tavern (@honkytonkstavern). Join us in welcoming Jake Erder (@jake_erder) and Bora Billoux (@borabiyiklioglu) as they bring the Honky Tonks Tavern experience to George Town, complete with hot chicken burgers and cocktail slushies.

Cancel your dinner plans and join us for a good time on Thursday, 17th September, from 6 PM onwards — while food and drinks last.

#nobarhere
#penangcocktailweek
#pcw2026
#nobarheists

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Rock the rhythm, Move with the groove. Raise a glass to the good old nights. 🪩

𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗚𝗜𝗘 𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝟰.𝟬
𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟲 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗸’𝘀.

Six years of familiar faces, new friends, late nights, and everyone who’s made Frank’s what it is.

One night. One dance floor.
All of us together. This October, we boogie.

Stay connected for more details.

#frankskl#findthehat#cinnamongroupkl#boogienight

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From Hong Kong to Singapore and now back home with MIUS, Shelley’s approach has always been thoughtful and personal — keeping things simple, with good drinks and genuine hospitality at the heart of it.

And fresh from being named Altos Bartenders’ Bartender 2026, we’re excited to have her as part of our 10th anniversary celebration.

One night, a few drinks, and another chapter of LONG LIVE COLEY.

Come raise a glass with Shelley and celebrate with us.

For reservation : +60192709179

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Had the honour to speak at Tales Of The Cocktail 2026, and what an experience it was! Who would've thought that tinkering with random Penang flavours in a dodgy little bar behind a clothing store in George Town 10 years ago would one day bring me to New Orleans to speak about the Southeast Asian cocktail scene?

Much love to @annasulan for this massive opportunity for me to spread my nutmeg gospel halfway across the world, and to @drinksconnexion and @brownforman for making this trip come true.

A huge thank you to @darkkfreckles and @lieblingcynthia for being such amazing hosts and ensuring the seminar went as smooth as butter, and also to everyone who showed up and showed love.

Shoutouts to @simonfordsgin for throwing such a massive @fordsgin party!

@tales_of_the_cocktail
#totc2026
#backdoorbodega

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BAR TAKEOVER

MIUS ( @mius.hongkong )

DATE : 21/8/26 ( Friday )
TIME : 8PM - 12AM

WALK IN & RESERVATION AVAILABLE

We’re beyond excited to welcome the talented Shelley ( @kankantai ) founder of Mius HK to our bar for a bar takeover on 21 August (Friday) from 8pm - 12am.

In August 2025, Shelley returned home after she went on to serve as operation director of Singapore’s Nutmeg Collective & open her first independent venture — MIUS, a neighbourhood cocktail bar in Central Soho, Hong Kong. The name draws from “muse,” a reminder that inspiration often lives in quiet, everyday moments. There’s no script to decode here, just classic-inspired cocktails, comforting food, and a kind of hospitality that doesn’t ask who you are, only whether you’d like to stay a little longer.

Do drop by next Friday to enjoy craft cocktails by Shelley & good music by @bei_8ei ! 🍸🥃❤️‍🔥

#shuibartakeover #guestshift #mixology

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Let me show you what it’s like to bartend on the road. This time I’m in Malaysia with the team at Back Door Bodega, trying several noodle dishes and one of the world’s stinkiest fruits.

Let me break it down here:

Asam Laksa — a dense, vinegary, fish-based noodle soup. Rich and a bit pungent, but delicious if you’re into seafood.

Hokkien Mee — my favorite of all the noodle dishes I had. Crispy pork, red chili broth, and delicious noodles made this a hit. Even if it’s hot out.

Durian — the world’s stinkiest fruit. Like a banana and an onion had a baby. Weird and sticky, but with a creamy, rich texture. You either love it or hate it. Wash it down with salt water and you’re good to go.

Char Kway Teow — Malaysia’s answer to pad thai? Maybe. I think it’s better. Much more well seasoned and bursting with flavor.

Malaysia is packed with flavor — and hey, I gotta stay well fed if I’m making your drinks behind the bar.

Cheers.

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EARLY GO, EARLY BACK. ☀️🍸☕

EGEB has always been something our friends talk about — so we thought, why not actually live by it?

CONTI’ is officially taking over the mornings.

Introducing CONTI’ DAY CLUB — our new daytime side, where you can start early with freshly baked pastries, proper coffee, and of course, cocktails or coffee cocktails. Because apparently there’s no rule saying cocktails have to wait until 6PM.

And we’re kicking things off with a proper Early Go Early Back session.

15.08.2026 | Saturday
12PM – 3PM
ft. @sun.raeeee

Come by for coffee. Stay for a cocktail. Have a pastry somewhere in between.

Pastries × Coffee × Cocktails
with our friends from Superfluous, Jack Daniel’s, Fords Gin, Licor 43 & Drinks Connexion.

The nights aren’t going anywhere.
We’re just starting a little earlier now.

Welcome to CONTI’ DAY CLUB. ☀️

#ContiDayClub #EarlyGoEarlyBack #ContiApostrophe #KLBar #conticocktailbar

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