When Singaporean bartender Ngiam Tong Boon made a gin sling variation in 1915, it didn’t take long for the Singapore Sling to take off. For a taste of that old-school elegance, order one at Brasserie Astoria in the grand Victoria Concert Hall, where you can sit underneath glinting chandeliers. For a mid-century modern vibe, the influences of Edward Hopper abound at Night Hawk. The sleek lines, warm color palettes and leather-backed bar stools create an evocative retro lounge ambiance. If you prefer a speakeasy style, then the Cat Bite Club can scratch that itch stylishly. At Conrad Singapore Orchard, trust in the mixologists at Manhattan, which consistently ranks in the world's 50 best bars. Concoctions in this sophisticated hotel bar are created with house-made ingredients from the hotel's barrel room.

Los Cabos has a relatively young but dynamic craft cocktail scene. The fresh fruit and local produce here make for exceptional ingredients, especially when mixed with the agave of regional, small-batch tequilas and mezcals. To test this claim, join the locals at Punta Médano Ceviche Bar, where adventurous drinkers should try the Sea Star, a spicy-sweet cocktail tinted black with squid ink. Of course, don’t forget to try the fresh ceviche as well. Learn more about the intricacies of tequila and mezcal with a guided tasting at Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal. Hosted at the resort’s Agave Study at Peacock Alley, the thorough experience includes curated spirits paired with local delicacies. Then you’ll be able to more mindfully savor the drinks at the hotel’s signature bar Don Manuel’s, with its extensive list of rare spirits from around Mexico.