Ounce

Tucked discreetly behind a modest café façade on Xinyi Road, Ounce Taipei is where mystery, craftsmanship, and warmth converge. No flashy signage, no obvious menu—just a hidden entrance and a sense that you’ve stumbled into a well-kept secret. Once inside, warm lighting dances off rich wooden surfaces, and bottles of rare spirits silently promise stories and sensations yet to come. The bar operates on an “omakase”-style cocktail philosophy: there is no menu. Instead, you chat with your bartender about flavors you enjoy—perhaps something herbal, smoky, or citrusy—and they conjure a drink tailored to your palate. These custom creations pack personality and technical finesse, with prices hovering between NT$350–450 (around US$11–14). Beyond the cocktails, Ounce offers an intentional, relaxed atmosphere. The space is intentionally intimate—bar seating invites you to watch the craft in action, while tucked-away tables encourage quiet conversation. Skilled bartenders, often expats well-versed in global cocktail culture, are as engaging as they are adept—many patrons return again and again, drawn by personal rapport as much as the drinks. Others highlight the rarity of the spirits—not commonly found elsewhere in the city—stacked behind the bar like precious artifacts, ready to be part of your next bespoke concoction. For those intrigued by hidden doors, craftsmanship, and a curated experience that's as much about conversation as cocktail, Ounce Taipei offers a soulful, sophisticated escape—and a benchmark in Taipei’s modern speakeasy scene.