In Karangasem, tradition is not performed—it is breathed. It flows with the tide, whispers through the trees, and lingers in the essence of Arak, the age-old spirit of East Bali. At Ocean Bar, the open-air sanctuary tucked among the coconut palms of Alila Manggis, this ancestral drink is not just poured—it is revived with quiet reverence.
Arak, once crafted in village kitchens for sacred rites and shared moments, is reimagined by Alila Manggis’ bartender. With each pour, this rustic spirit becomes a story—rooted in heritage yet carried forward by thoughtful hands, elevated with wild herbs from the garden: torch ginger, turmeric blossom, lemongrass, kaffir lime.
As twilight softens the sky, Ocean Bar invites kindred souls to pause. Here, cocktails are not simply mixed—they are composed. Gentle, slow, and layered with memory, each glass reflects the spirit of the land and the rhythm of the sea.
Ocean Bar is more than a place to drink—it is a space to feel. A place where local traditions speak not through spectacle, but through presence. In each sip lies something timeless: a quiet connection, cradled in warmth, unfolding at the edge of the ocean.
