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Ulew Cocktail Bar: Antigua's Best-Kept Secret

Discover Ulew Cocktail Bar: Antigua's hidden speakeasy serving personalized cocktails with locally sourced ingredients for a unique taste of Guatemala.

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Ulew Cocktail Bar, nestled in the heart of Antigua Guatemala, offers a unique speakeasy experience. Hidden behind a British phone booth inside a brewery, this intimate space serves up personalized cocktails crafted with local ingredients, making it a must-visit for adventurous drinkers.

A brief summary to Ulew Cocktail Bar

  • Monday 2 pm-12 am
  • Tuesday 2 pm-12 am
  • Wednesday 2 pm-12 am
  • Thursday 2 pm-12 am
  • Friday 2 pm-12 am
  • Saturday 2 pm-12 am
  • Sunday 2 pm-12 am

Local tips

  • Look for the red British phone booth inside Antigua Brewing Company to find the entrance to this hidden bar.
  • Be prepared to describe your preferred flavors and spirits to the bartender, as there is no set menu.
  • Ulew does not accept reservations.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    Ulew Cocktail Bar is located on 3 Poniente, very close to Antigua's Parque Central. From the park, walk west on 5a Calle Poniente, then turn right onto 3a Avenida Sur. Walk one block, then turn right onto 3a Calle Poniente. The Antigua Brewing Company will be on your left, and the phone booth entrance to Ulew is inside.

  • Tuk-Tuk

    Tuk-tuks are readily available in Antigua and offer a quick way to reach Ulew. Negotiate the fare before hopping in; a short ride from Parque Central should cost around 15-20 GTQ. Ask to be dropped off at Antigua Brewing Company on 3a Calle Poniente; the entrance to Ulew is inside.

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Ulew Cocktail Bar offers a unique and intimate cocktail experience in Antigua, Guatemala. The bar's name, 'Ulew,' translates to 'earth' or 'mother earth' in the Mayan Quiché language, reflecting its commitment to local ingredients and flavors. Opened in May 2018, Ulew is located just meters from the central park, within what was once the kitchen of a 200-year-old house. Finding Ulew is part of the adventure. The entrance is concealed behind a classic red British phone booth located inside the Antigua Brewing Company. This speakeasy-style entrance adds to the bar's clandestine and exclusive atmosphere. Once inside, guests are greeted by an intimate setting reminiscent of a wine cave, a departure from the typical bar scene. Ulew doesn't offer a traditional cocktail menu. Instead, their skilled bartenders create personalized drinks based on each customer's preferences. They take into account individual details such as desired flavors, aromas, spirits, and colors to craft a unique cocktail. This approach allows them to fully utilize seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. Over time, some of these custom creations have become so popular that they've been added to the bar's repertoire. Ulew is committed to promoting and elevating cocktail culture in Guatemala.

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