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Long Bar
Where the Singapore Sling was born
The historic Long Bar is where the Singapore Sling, widely regarded as the national drink, was first mixed in 1915. Today the rich, earthy decor of the two-storey bar is inspired by Malayan life in the 1920s, and the famous counter gleams amid decorative motifs that transport us to a tropical plantation. The menu features classic and signature cocktails and, in keeping with the relaxed atmosphere, guests are invited to brush peanut shells off the bar and onto the floor – quite possibly the only place in Singapore where littering is encouraged. This unique custom dates back to the 1900s, when rubber and plantation owners from Malaya would often gather at the bar on weekends. As peanuts were offered to them, they would casually brush the shells onto the ground and over time, this casual habit evolved into a beloved tradition that continues to this day.
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Opening Hours
- Sunday to Wednesday 11.00am – 10.30pm (last seating)
- Thursday to Saturday 11.00am – 11.30pm (last seating)
Long Bar is open to walk-ins only.
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Long Bar and the Singapore Sling
In colonial Singapore of the early 1900s, Long Bar, then located along Cad’s Alley, was known as “the rendezvous of planters.” Tables faced Bras Basah Road, offering a vantage point for watching the world go by. While men sipped whisky or gin, etiquette forbade women from drinking alcohol in public. They were served teas or fruit juices instead.
In 1915, a resourceful Raffles bartender Ngiam Tong Boon crafted a cocktail that resembled fruit juice but was cleverly laced with gin and liqueurs. It blended gin, pineapple juice, lime juice, curaçao and Bénédictine, with grenadine and cherry liqueur lending its now-famous rosy hue. The elegant disguise made it socially acceptable for women and an instant success.
With that, the Singapore Sling was born, and over a century later, remains one of the world’s most iconic cocktails, savoured in the very bar where it first began.
SUSTAINABILITY
A positive impact on sustainability
At Long Bar, the Singapore Sling isn’t just a piece of history, it is also a step toward a more sustainable future. In partnership with ecoSPIRITS, key ingredients arrive in reusable ecoTOTE™ containers, helping to eliminate tens of thousands of glass bottles each year. Bitters and garnishes are shipped in low-waste formats and biodegradable potato starch straws replace plastic.
Each Sling served saves around 200g of CO₂ and for every 25 ordered, a native tree is planted in the rainforests of Kalimantan or Sumatra. It’s a small act with a lasting legacy, showing that even the most storied traditions can evolve for the better. Discover Raffles Singapore's contribution to these endangered rainforests here.
An iconic cocktail, reimagined for a sustainable future.
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