SUNSET CABANA BAR
AT ALILA VILLAS ULUWATU
Perched on the cliff edge in Uluwatu, with a majestic ocean view, the sound of undulating waves crashing below and breath-taking sunsets, Sunset Cabana Bar elevates the art of drinking with a fresh collection of imaginative cocktails and an immaculate tropical vibe.
Speaking of his favourite signature creations, Sunset Cabana Bar's Head Mixologist, Putu Wirawan shares his source of inspiration. "On my first day at Alila Villas Uluwatu, I spent almost four hours just sitting at Sunset Cabana Bar, taking in the magical view, imagining myself on the deck of a boat, sailing away on an unexpected journey and grateful to be blessed by the richness of Balinese and Indonesian culture. These were my inspirations," he explained.
The result of that dedication is truly amazing. Wirawan created an array of perfect signature cocktails to be enjoyed at sundown. Some of the cocktails represent the beauty of nature surrounding the bar's vicinity, and others pay deep homage to Bali's timeless culture and island traditions. One of the cocktails, Shiki Monki, was created to respect Uluwatu's natural ecosystem that seamlessly exists side-by-side with local wildlife, including monkeys.
Inspired by rich culture and ceremonies at the heart of Balinese people's daily life, Wirawan created Sasih Kenanga; a cocktail inspired by the ritual that takes place in Bali right before Nyepi, or Silent Day, when Hindus at all levels of society and in every household perform the Bhuta Yadnya and make a type of offering called caru. Then, to celebrate the uniqueness and authenticity of Bali, while maintaining the focus on sustainability, some of the bar's signature cocktails are also made using as much local organic fruit as possible, namely salacca in Alas Salacca, soursop in White Noise, and local coffee beans from five different regions of West Indonesia in Westpresson Martini.
"We want to create a multisensory drinking experience for our guests where all senses will be spoiled," said Hemal Jain, the General Manager of Alila Villas Uluwatu. "This is reflected with drinks that have been uniquely crafted by Wirawan and presented in creative ways. Prepare to be surprised."
Sunset Cabana Bar at Alila Villas Uluwatu
• Shiki Monki
• Sasih Kenanga
• Alas Salacca
Nestled bet ween the wild paradise of the jungle and soaring limestone cliffs of Uluwatu, Savâya delivers a transformative experience for all visitors. The day club has been meticulously planned to ma ximise the scenic vista of the Indian Oceans, which can be enjoyed from the venue's iconic overlook referred as The Cube.
Designed by two internationally renowned architectural powerhouses: WOHA and Rockwell Group, Savâya's combination of natural and refined luxury rewards its guests with an awakening of their senses and spirit. Enjoy Savâya's exclusive bungalows with private plunge pools and VIP cabanas, tucked right behind the DJ booth for nextlevel luxury and insider access.
Enjoy the bespoke five-star service and luxury entertainment for which Savâya is famous sun beds and more casual lounge area. The Cube is the cinematic pièce de résistance: a tower of shimmering silver which comes to light after dark with lights blasting up the horizon, creating unforgettable sunset hands-in-the-air memories of perfect island days.
Savâya's aspiring head bartender, Feriyono, has been the venue's cocktail creator since its opening. Born in East Java, he went to STP Bali to study and follow his passion in mixology and flare bartending. Attending various competitions since 2016, he won second place at the PBA National Mixology
Competition by PNI Bar Academy and won the Jameson Irish Coffee virtual competition in 2021.
One of Feriyono's creations, Red Pearl, has been Savâya's bestselling cocktail since 2021. Renowned for its fresh taste, it matches perfectly with Savâya's splendid atmosphere. The drink consists of a precise blend of vodka, martini bianco, raspberry, elderflower syrup, lemon juice and tonic water. Another one, Rummy Passion, is a mandatory tropical drink with Balinese natural spirit as the main base, combined with light rum and passion fruit syrup to elevate the fruity flavour. It is a perfect allday drink during a warm summer day. SAVÂYA
• Red Pearl
• Rummy Passion
• Pink Partner