"Bar Sathorn is located in a colonial-era mansion that was built in 1889. It’s had a pretty lengthy history—it used to be a private home of a Chinese businessman, then became the luxurious Hotel Royal, the Soviet Embassy, and now, a registered landmark as part of the W Bangkok. And with that kind of legacy, it's a no-brainer to make that the theme of your cocktail menu, as each drink pulls from those respective eras and is given a slight twist. The Bangkok Brunch, a twist on the Bloody Maria with pad krapao ingredients that’s served with a frozen tomato in lieu of ice, is undoubtedly the one to prioritize. They also have a page of cocktails made with Louis XIII cognac, starting at 19,990฿ ($600) a glass, if you’re feeling extra fancy." - Vichayuth Chantan