Jigger & Pony: The pioneer is still a thriving, friendly scene. What to order: Try any of the legendary punch bowls.
Sugarhall: This upbeat rum bar is next door to Jigger. What to order: The Sugarhall Daiquiri, made with 15-year Trinidad rum, is garnished with a caviar-topped banana chip.
Manhattan at the Regent Singapore: Sophisticated and innovative, it has a room dedicated to aging drinks that includes more than 100 barrels. What to order: Do as locals do. Get the Solera-aged Negroni for yourself and a bowl of punch to share.
Atlas: A breathtaking place to sip a martini, this soaring art deco atrium has unparalleled gin and Champagne lists. What to order: What else? James Bond’s drink of choice.
28 HongKong Street: Dark and sexy and speakeasy-style, this place has no pretensions of passwords or hidden doors. What to order: The deceptively complex Stone Fence, with Appleton 12-year rum, pear liqueur, and cider, is a favorite.
Tippling Club: One of the oldest yet most experimental bars on the Singapore scene, it currently has a gummy bear menu. What to order: Success is made with red wine, amaro, Cognac, and whiskey. (Now you know.)
Operation Dagger: Through a barely marked door and down an industrial staircase, you’ll find a wildly experimental cocktail den with boundless creative energy. What to order: The Egg is a profoundly rich rum-salted egg yolk concoction, or try one of their house-fermented “natural wines.”
Gibson: An effortlessly classy establishment, it has charismatic bartenders to boot. What to order: The Botanic Gardens will legitimately make you feel like a hummingbird.
RVLT: A stripped-down modern wine bar, it features a wall display of wines rather than a more traditional list. What to oder: Ask anyone on staff for an offbeat recommendation.
Native: This bar is deeply devoted to sustainability and Southeast Asian ingredients. What to order: The Antz is both the must-order novelty and a beautifully composed cocktail.