Hampus Thunholm : From Stockholm to Bangkok, a bar with a philosophy
 
- New ventures in Bangkok at the Norm
- Röda Huset, #35 @World’s 50 Best Bars 2025
- The Scandinavian Cocktail Experience
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Hampus Thunholm has a long experience in the hospitality industry working at places like
Fäviken (awarded two stars by Guide Michelin), Esperanto (awarded a star by Guide Michelin) and Shibumi (awarded Best new cocktail bar by Bartenders’ Choice Awards).
Through this life journey and a total dedication Hampus Thunholm has earned his accolades like back-to-back Bartender of the Year (Bartenders’ Choice Awards), thrice Best new Cocktail Bar(twice Bartenders’ Choice Awards and once Norse Bar Show), Best Cocktail Menu and two straight Best Signature Cocktail (both at Bartenders’ Choice Awards) and clocking in at 28 on Drinks International Bar World 100 Most Influential. But, and more important, this journey has led to the development of a unique drink program at Röda Huset, where Swedish culture, produce and techniques are represented in every drink.
After taking Rödahuset to, the one to wach (78) / 31 & sustainability award / 45 / / 35 at The Worlds 50 Best Bars it was time to say goodbye to Sweden & move on on new adventures in Thailand.
“We want to offer the northern calmness and tranquility in the most hectic piece of Stockholm, and even Sweden maybe. A slice of coming home to, or stepping into the world of, Hampus Thunholm. Our little simultaneous shard of city vibe, the comfort of being at home and nature’s serenity if you like.”
His philosophy is about Hospitality, Swedish ingredients, Adaptation by season and Heritage are some keys to describe the philosophy of Röda Huset. The seed was first planted close to ten years ago when Hampus Thunholm thought he knew it all and had everything locked down. When he went to work with chef Magnus Nilsson at two Guide Michelin stars restaurant Fäviken everything got flipped upside down. How to work with ingredients, techniques, hospitality and even the greater view of bartending itself. Needless to say, he didn’t know it all…
Through this, somewhat awakening and the deeper understanding of an ingredient and the history of techniques connected to it, the idea and foundation of Röda Huset was born. A place where hospitality is at the core and a thorough attention to details shown the second you walk through the doors. A bar with the philosophy of showing a new way of bartending. In a country like Sweden where the yearly temperature ranges from -30C to +30C a drink made from true, honest produce can never taste the same.
The Scandinavian Cocktail Experience
Walking through the doors of Röda Huset, you’re first greeted by the restaurant and wine bar. Head up the spiral staircase, take two right turns, and you’ll arrive at the Röda Huset Cocktail Bar — an intimate 18-seat room where Hampus Thunholm and team serve a curated tasting menu: The Scandinavian Cocktail Experience. A journey through the flavors, seasons and the bounty of the north — the insignia of Hampus and Röda Huset.
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