Guest Shift Snapshot:
- Bar Collaboration: Mahaniyom Cocktail Bar (Bangkok) × ÚNU Eatery & Bar (ANIMA Saigon).
- Acclaim: Mahaniyom is widely celebrated on the Asia’s 50 Best Bars list for its resource-efficient, single-ingredient mixology philosophy.
- Experience: Exclusive guest shift featuring signature cocktails blending Thai and Vietnamese culinary botanicals.
Mahaniyom from Bangkok: Exclusive Bar Takeover at ÚNU Eatery & Bar
In an exciting cross-border celebration of Southeast Asian cocktail culture, ÚNU Eatery & Bar at ANIMA Saigon hosted an exclusive guest shift takeover featuring the renowned team from Mahaniyom Cocktail Bar, one of Bangkok’s most acclaimed cocktail destinations.
Known across the globe for their hyper-focused, sustainable cocktail methodology, Mahaniyom brought their philosophy of unlocking the full flavor spectrum of a single botanical ingredient to Saigon’s cocktail aficionados.
A Dialogue Between Thai and Vietnamese Terroirs
During the takeover, the guest mixologists worked behind the bar at ÚNU to present a curated menu of drinks that married Thailand’s vibrant botanical heritage with Vietnam’s fresh local ingredients. Each drink was a masterclass in balance, texture, and aroma.
The event reflected ÚNU’s commitment to positioning Ho Chi Minh City as a premier international cocktail hub by hosting leading tastemakers from across the globe.
Cocktail Culture at ANIMA
Upcoming Guest Shifts at ÚNU
ÚNU continues to curate international bartending collaborations and cultural pop-ups. Stay tuned to our schedule for upcoming guest shifts in District 1.
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