Flow Bar: Ricky’s Mojito‑Mogul Moment
Ricky Paiva, the moustached maestro who tossed a graduation hat into the cocktail mix for Regent Singapore and Swiped the Sentosa bar‑grill, has finally put his own splash on the map. Get ready for Flow Bar—now popping up on the second floor of Michelin‑star French gem JAG on Duxton Road.
The Gig‑Gave‑Back Vibe
- Hey, JAG’s co‑owner, Anant Tyagi, and Ricky are old pals, so the partnership feels more like a sibling duo than a business deal.
- Chef Jeremy Gillon’s fresh Savoy herbs (yes, from Savoie) sneak into the cocktails, making each sip feel like a tiny culinary trip.
- Wrap your head around that: the bar’s Living Room section costs a little over $24 per drink but tops your usual happy hour expectations.
Living Room: Café-Style Concoctions
Picture this: a cozy 23‑seat lounge with armchairs that whisper “relax” while colorful canvases shout “art.” It’s like living in a quirky apartment, but with a cocktail in hand.
- Burnt Lemon Whisky Sour: Wild Turkey bourbon hit by a charred lemon. Think caramelised notes dancing on your tongue.
- French 76a: A playful tweak on the classic French 75, now tinged with cacao and a sherry kiss.
- Espresso Martini: Nikka vodka meets espresso specially roasted for JAG. We crown it with torched dulce de leche—basically the dessert version of a martini.
Garden: Fragrant, Fruity Fizzers
Highballs swing from season to season, but the current lineup is crisp, seltzer‑laced, and bursting with fresh fruits.
- Strawberry gin joined by lemon verbena—simpler, lighter, and less “cocktail pity.”
Playground: The “Fun” Flagship
Ricky shakes up the scene with spots that make you grin.
- Cinnamon Girl: Apple bourbon, pommeau, caramel, and a zing of lemon—neon lights of bliss.
- Shibui: A silky martini, but with a Japanese umami twist—mushroom, bonito dashi, plus Isle of Harris Gin’s coastal botanicals.
The Bites: French Flair Meets Bar
The munchies are a creation of JAG’s Chef Jeremy, and they’re packed with French personality.
- Artichoke Hummus ($20): Buttery, hazelnut‑sprinkled, and a perfect partner to that sourdough.
- Blue Crab ($30): Laksa leaves & lemon thyme pair with brioche for a cream‑filled knockout.
- Farçon Savoyard ($23++): Thin potato, prunes, hazelnuts, butter‑seared—plus raclette and Bayonne ham. ‘Salty’ is its mantra, but you’d crave it all the same.
- Double Chocolate Gateaux ($18): The dessert dream—layers of chocolate sponge, mousse, and a sea‑salt sprinkle. Fail-proof sweetness.
Where & When
Flow Bar is on Level 2 of JAG, 76A Duxton Rd, Singapore 089535. Call +65 8028 5865 if you’re hunting a slot.
- Open Tuesdays–Saturdays, 5 pm–10:30 pm
- Closed Sundays & Mondays
So if you’re looking for a bar that feels like a living room, with a dash of French flair, and Ricky Paiva’s signature flair—a trip through a cocktail menu that’s both familiar and wildly inventive—Flow Bar is the place to be. Cheers!
