Ambar Ubud Bar at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve presents Spirits of the Ubud Jungle, a two-day collaborative cocktail event celebrating the intersection of local culture, sustainability, and contemporary cocktail innovation.

Set within the lush rainforest landscape overlooking the Ayung River, Spirits of the Ubud Jungle brings together an international lineup of acclaimed bars to explore a shared creative journey inspired by Bali's natural abundance. Hosted by Ambar Ubud Bar and Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the experience combines foraging and discovery with storytelling-led mixology, encouraging a deeper connection between nature, place, and craftsmanship.

The program reflects a growing global movement toward conscious bartending—where indigenous ingredients, responsible sourcing, and thoughtful techniques shape cocktails that are both expressive and sustainable. Through collaboration and exchange, participating bars will interpret the spirit of the Ubud jungle through their own distinctive philosophies.

Participating Bars:

CARROTS,  Jakarta – Featuring Alvin and Anthony

Nestled in a quiet basement in Jakarta's Sudirman central business district, Carrots is an intimate cocktail bar serving contemporary, culinary-driven cocktails in a warm, welcoming space. With eclectic décor, a communal table, and just 14 seats, personalized service and connection are central. Carrots is No. 34 on Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025.

Led by mixologist Anthony Luis, the seasonal menu reflects diverse styles and cultural influences. An e-cigs-only policy ensures a full sensory experience.

Website: https://www.bar-carrots.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carrots.jakarta/

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COA, Hong Kong – Featuring Jay Khan

Named after the machete used to harvest agave, COA is an exciting cocktail bar helmed by industry veteran Jay Khan. In 2025, COA ranked No. 38 on the World's 50 Best Bars list and No. 17 on the Asia's 50 Best Bars list. With a warm, inclusive atmosphere, COA champions genuine hospitality and artisanal cocktails, with a dedicated focus on showcasing the depth and diversity of agave spirits.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coahongkong

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FURA, Singapore – Featuring Sasha and Christina

Fura, opened in late 2023 on Singapore's Amoy Street, is a boundary-pushing bar with a sustainable, future-forward ethos. Led by Christina Rasmussen and Sasha Wijidessa, it champions mostly plant-based cocktails and dishes using foraged and micro-garden ingredients—boldly challenging local palates with inventive, eco-conscious creations.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fura.sg

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LE CHAMBER, Seoul – Featuring JJ and Lee

Hidden behind a bookshelf entrance, speakeasy Le Chamber is the brainchild of world-champion bartenders Eom Do-hwan and Lim Jae-jin. The 50-seat space features soaring ceilings, leather seating, chandeliers, and live piano music, with book-bound menus offering 200 whiskies, house-made ingredients, and fermented drinks—making celebrity sightings part of the experience.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/le_chamber/

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WORKSHOP 14, Hanoi – Featuring Richard and Cuong

Workshop14 is a highly acclaimed modernist cocktail bar in Hanoi, Vietnam, known for its innovative drinks, serene atmosphere, and unique blend of local heritage with scientific mixology. Ranked No. 84 on the 2025 Asia's 50 Best Bars extended list and founded by Richard McDonough, Workshop 14 offers a peaceful escape with handcrafted cocktails that utilize hyper-local ingredients and advanced techniques, making it a must-visit spot in Hanoi's evolving bar scene.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workshop14.hanoi/

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Guest Shifts at Ambar Ubud Bar (Open to the Public)

The guest shifts during Spirits of the Ubud Jungle will showcase a creative Black Box Challenge inspired by Ubud's natural landscape such as unique plants, roots or fruits aside from each guest bar's signature cocktails. For the Black Box Challenge, participating bars will be presented with a curated selection of local ingredients and will be tasked with crafting an original cocktail on the spot—guided solely by technique, intuition, and storytelling. Each cocktail will be a one-time creation, reflecting both Bali's biodiversity and the distinct identity of each bar. Open to the public, these guest shifts offer a rare, immersive look at how place-driven ingredients and creative constraint shape modern cocktail culture.

Thursday, 27 February 2026

6:00 – 7:00 PM: CARROTS and FURA

7:00 – 8:00 PM: LE CHAMBER and WORKSHOP 14

Friday, 28 February 2026

6:00 – 7:00 PM: COA, LE CHAMBER and WORKSHOP 14

7:00 – 8:00 PM: CARROTS and FURA

Commenting on the event, Adi San, Head Mixologist of Ambar Ubud Bar, shared:

“Spirits of the Ubud Jungle represents our commitment to crafting meaningful, place-driven experiences. By bringing together respected bars from across the region, we aim to foster creative dialogue while showcasing Bali's rich natural resources and cultural narrative through the lens of modern mixology.”

With its intimate setting and refined yet adventurous approach, Spirits of the Ubud Jungle positions Ambar Ubud Bar as a hub for regional collaboration and storytelling-led cocktail culture, offering international guests and industry insiders a rare opportunity to experience Bali through its flavors, landscapes, and creative spirit.

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About Ambar Ubud Bar

Ambar's signature cocktail offering draws inspiration from ancient Ubud practices. The bar's exclusive house-made vermouth & Coconut aged cocktails, further showcases the bars dedication to multi-generational medicinal practices and craftsmanship.

This array of drinking experiences perfectly complements the upscale shared dining menu. Daily live jazz performances create an atmosphere of sophisticated relaxation where warm hospitality and vibrant ambiance merge with the flavors, sights, and sounds.

Website: https://www.ambarubudbar.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ambarubudbar/

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About Adi San

Adi spent his formative years growing up in a quaint village in Bali and enjoyed a blissful childhood immersed in the beauty of nature. With an unwavering commitment to sustainability, he combines the finest local ingredients with an unbridled passion for the art of mixology. Many people are unaware that the name 'Ubud' originates from the Balinese word 'Ubad,' which translates to medicine. This name is well-suited because the Campuhan U bud area is rich in medicinal plants that have been used for traditional remedies over the years. Therefore, I often find inspiration in Lontar Taru Pramana and the Ubud Culture.

Lontar Taru Pramana is a valuable source that talks about using plants for medicine. It's not just about health - it's about making healthcare simple for everyone. These remedies use ingredients from nature that are easy to find and mix. When we use plant-based medicine, we also help protect these plants. This helps the environment and benefits all living things.

For him, all plants can tell a fascinating story - they can talk and have special healing powers. Each plant can cure different health problems, like using their flowers, leaves, fruits, bark, roots, or wood. As a botanist, he has noted this in his journal, allowing him to combine these plants in precise ways. Creating these remedies is straightforward - just need to crush the plants, mix them with water, and consume them as herbal medicine.

About Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Located in Bali's cultural and spiritual heart of Ubud where the lush jungle meets the Ayung River, Mandapa is an exclusive journey inside an indigenous Balinese village, providing a sensory journey to wellness and nature. Mandapa offers 35 suites, 25 private pool villas, four unique dining concepts, including exclusive dining beyond experiences within the Reserve, and a restorative Spa and fitness center. Designed as a sanctuary to relax one's mind, body, and soul, Mandapa offers individually tailored spiritual, well-being, and health programs as well as activities to suit travelers of all ages, such as Mandapa Camp, along with the personalized attention of a dedicated Patih or butler. Focusing on three core pillars—wellness, gastronomy, and sustainability—Mandapa creates a holistic and immersive experience for guests seeking renewal, culinary discovery, and a connection to the local environment.

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