Indonesia is the world's largest archipelagic state , comprising over 17,000 different islands. As a region, it has a rich history of foreign influences, both as a colonized region and a trading hub. Combined with the rich tapestry of the different tribes, ethnicities, and religious beliefs throughout its many islands, Indonesia probably produces one of the most diverse varieties of spirits in Southeast Asia. While most of the drinks are palm and rice spirits typical of the

Meet the charismatic Italian bartender whose journey to a long-term career in Southeast Asia began with "Where is Singapore exactly?" Silvio’s journey behind the bar began as a part-time job during his student days in Napoli — a humble start that would eventually take him around the world. After hearing about Singapore at Tales of the Cocktail while working in London, he took a leap of faith and moved halfway across the globe to join its rising bar scene. Since then, his care