We go behind the doors of a former bank vault with Jon Lee, the award-winning bartender and founder of Lavantha, to learn more about Penrose’s sister bar concept.
Jul 22, 2025
Royal Salute ambassador Malcolm Borwick on the 21 Year Old Rio de Janeiro Polo Edition
A celebration of whisky, polo, and the vibrant spirit of Rio, Royal Salute’s latest release arrives in Malaysia with flair, flavour, and finesse.
Jul 16, 2025
Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025: 4 Malaysian bars shine on the global stage
Reka, Bar Trigona, Three X Co, and Penrose prove Kuala Lumpur is a rising force in Asia’s cocktail scene.
Jul 08, 2025
The art of pairing food and spirits to elevate your dining experience
Who says you can’t have dinner with some whisky, vodka, or cocktails? Here are some creative food and beverage pairing examples to enhance every bite and sip.
Jul 04, 2025
#FirstSip: Beca Tea’s new experience menu will shake up your teatime
This is not your average cup of tea, as Beca Tea introduces a new experience menu that will reintroduce you to the ritual of having a cuppa.
Jun 27, 2025
#FirstSip: DAJIN brings the first ever Dassai Experience to Malaysia for sake lovers
Held at Skillet KL, the inaugural Dassai Experience marked the debut of Japan’s most prestigious sake in Malaysia – pairing refined Japanese craftsmanship with haute cuisine.
Jun 25, 2025
A legacy distilled: Rémy Martin taps Anish Kapoor for a limited edition XO decanter
Anish Kapoor’s sculptural homage to Rémy Martin XO captures the spirit’s soul through amber-hued reflections and a deeply personal past.
May 27, 2025
10 best cocktail bars for your next bar hop in George Town, Penang
From back-alley speakeasies to dessert-forward drink dens, George Town, Penang, is home to some of the most creative cocktail bars in Malaysia.
May 16, 2025
Behind the Bar with Jordan Lim, co-owner of Up & Away
FirstClasse goes behind the bar with the bartender and brain behind Chinatown’s groovy new spot for food, cocktails, and music.
Apr 29, 2025
Q&A: The Duke of Argyll on the history behind the Royal Salute 62 Gun Salute
His Grace Torquhil Ian Campbell shares his connection to the crown of Royal Salute’s permanent whisky collection and who he would share a dram of it with.