Among the 19 new bars to enter the 51-100 list, China’s Sober Company makes the highest debut, entering the list at 51 to also claim the top spot.

William Drew, group editor of The World’s 50 Best Bars, said: “The list reflects emerging trends and talent in the artistry of bartending, and through it, we are excited to showcase new and exciting bar experiences.”

The US leads the 51-100 list with 12 bars while Asia features 13 venues on the list, including three from Singapore, South Korea and China, two from Japan and one each from Thailand and Indonesia.

Among the five entries from the UK, The Gibson in London leads the field at 57, followed by Edinburgh’s Panda & Sons, debuting on the list at 61.