Singapore’s cocktail scene is getting a rare treat this May as Lorenzo Antinori of Bar Leone — currently ranked No. 1 on The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 — steps behind the bar at Cygnet Bar for a special one-night guest shift.

Taking place on 8 May 2026 from 6pm to 11pm at QT Singapore, the evening brings Bar Leone’s signature neighbourhood-style hospitality to Singapore, combining approachable drinks with serious technical craft.

Signature Bar Leone Cocktails Arrive in Singapore

Guests can expect a curated cocktail menu featuring six drinks priced at S$26++ each, including several of Bar Leone’s best-known signatures.

Highlights include the Fig Leaf Negroni, a layered reinterpretation of the classic featuring fig leaf–infused vermouth, and the Olive Oil Sour, which delivers a silky texture with whisky, sherry and honey alongside subtle banana notes. Another standout is the Caffè Paradiso, a bittersweet spirit-forward serve combining amaro, vermouth and banana rum.

Together, the trio reflects Bar Leone’s balance of familiarity and experimentation — drinks that feel recognisable but quietly unexpected.

Singapore-Exclusive Cocktails Featuring Another Hendrick’s Gin

Three cocktails created specially for the Singapore appearance will also debut during the guest shift. These showcase Another Hendrick’s Gin, a newer expression in the Hendrick’s range that introduces orange blossom and cacao notes alongside the brand’s signature rose and cucumber profile.

Among them is the Green & Gold Fizz, a bright highball layered with mango and passionfruit over yellow bell pepper–infused tequila. The Il Cacciatore leans savoury and herbaceous, pairing the gin with mastiha and Mancino Bianco before finishing with cherry tomato. Meanwhile, the Pear & Shiso Gimlet offers a lighter aromatic profile with pear eau de vie, shiso liqueur and verjus.

These limited-appearance drinks make the guest shift particularly appealing for cocktail enthusiasts who enjoy tasting expressions unavailable elsewhere.

Bar Bites from Cygnet’s New York-Inspired Menu

Alongside the cocktail takeover, guests can order from Cygnet Bar’s signature New York–style bar dining menu, designed for sharing and pairing with drinks.

Favourites such as the lobster roll and jamón serrano bikini sandwich headline the menu, alongside reliable crowd-pleasers including truffle fries and crispy karaage. Smaller bites like seaweed popcorn and marinated olives round out the selection for those looking to graze throughout the evening.

The combination keeps the focus on a relaxed social atmosphere rather than a formal tasting experience — very much in line with Bar Leone’s neighbourhood-bar philosophy

Event Details and Reservations

This one-night guest shift offers a rare chance to experience cocktails from the team behind the world’s top-ranked bar without leaving Singapore. Seats are expected to fill quickly, so reservations are recommended.

Cygnet Bar, QT Singapore
Address: 35 Robinson Road, Singapore 068876
Date: 8 May 2026
Time: 6pm – 11pm
Website: https://www.qthotels.com/singapore/lorenzo-antinori

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Images: QT Singapore