You Don’t Hate IPAs, You Just Think You Do
The IPA, a generously hopped style of pale ale that has become synonymous with craft beer, has become the the whipping boy of many who are still scarred by the…
- story: Aaron Goldfarb
- photo: Ben Jay
One Canned Beer Enthusiasts Are Paying Big Bucks For
A favorite among craft beer drinkers, enthusiasts have been going to extremes to get their hands on Heady Topper, a Vermont-made double IPA, according to Lucky Peach. A black market has developed for…
- story: Joanna Harkins
The Black Star
This local joint in the hot Sheung Wan neighborhood has the vibe of a casual after-work pub. Service is warm and casual, conversation is loud and drinkers often spill into…
- story: Danielle Bergere
The Canny Man
In the basement of the Guangdong Hotel, the Scottish-owned Canny Man is Hong Kong’s only Scottish pub. The massive bar is stocked, floor to ceiling, with shelves scotch (include over…
- story: Danielle Bergere
The Beer Bay
The most casual of Hong Kong’s beer options, The Beer Bay is more a kiosk than a proper bar, and each evening it’s packed with revelers drinking from a selection…
- story: Danielle Bergere
The Globe
The Globe is the destination for beer lovers in Hong Kong. The easygoing ambience (think board games, excellent music and friendly crowds) belies an extremely serious beer program, featuring more than…
- story: Danielle Bergere
Ruggers
It’s a shame to think how many people dismiss this unassuming bar as merely a pub for rowdy rugby fans. Amidst the nightlife wasteland of Causeway Bay, this extremely pleasant bar—despite…
- story: Danielle Bergere
Stone’s
The eastern neighborhood of Tai Hang was once known only for its auto shops and sleepy vibe, but these days it’s become Hong Kong’s latest trendy neighborhood. Amidst the inevitable…
- story: Danielle Bergere
Dickens Bar
This British pub standby in the basement of the Excelsior Hotel attracts a crowd of UK expats and anglophile locals with its excellent list of international beers and classic pub…
- story: Danielle Bergere
TAP The Ale Project
Hong Kong’s newest taproom, TAP The Ale Project, distinguishes itself with a rotating selection of local draught beers paired with recommended dishes that riff on typical Hong Kong flavors. The…
- story: Danielle Bergere
