{"id":12772,"date":"2025-11-29T13:01:50","date_gmt":"2025-11-29T05:01:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/?p=12772"},"modified":"2025-11-29T13:13:01","modified_gmt":"2025-11-29T05:13:01","slug":"malaysias-first-don-julio-1942-ultima-reserva-flagship-opens-in-kl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/?p=12772","title":{"rendered":"MALAYSIA\u2019S FIRST DON JULIO 1942 &amp; ULTIMA RESERVA FLAGSHIP OPENS IN KL"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Not-A-Clubs-main-LED-screen-and-DJ-booth-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12774\" srcset=\"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Not-A-Clubs-main-LED-screen-and-DJ-booth-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Not-A-Clubs-main-LED-screen-and-DJ-booth-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Not-A-Clubs-main-LED-screen-and-DJ-booth-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Not-A-Clubs-main-LED-screen-and-DJ-booth-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Not-A-Clubs-main-LED-screen-and-DJ-booth-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Not-A-Clubs-main-LED-screen-and-DJ-booth-2048x1363.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Not-A-Clubs-main-LED-screen-and-DJ-booth-631x420.jpg 631w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Not-A-Clubs-main-LED-screen-and-DJ-booth-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Not-A-Clubs-main-LED-screen-and-DJ-booth-681x453.jpg 681w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>KUALA LUMPUR, 28 November 2025<\/strong> \u2013 Today, Stark Capital Enterprises announced the launch of Not A Club \u2013 the latest creation by the visionary hospitality team behind The Vault KL \u2013 which officially opens its doors to the public on Friday, November 28.&nbsp; Not A Club stands as Malaysia\u2019s only flagship destination for Don Julio 1942 and Don Julio Ultima Reserva \u2013 a partnership that reflects the venue\u2019s commitment to offering experiences that simply aren\u2019t available anywhere else in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nestled in Medan Damansara, Not A Club occupies a striking industrial space housing only 35 tables where expansive LED screens pulse with energy, atmospheric lighting shifts with the mood, and every corner whispers sophistication. Two exclusive private spaces \u2013 The Cabana and The Viewing Deck \u2013 offer elevated experiences for those seeking sanctuary within the energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"12775\" src=\"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva-and-Don-Julio-1942-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12775\" srcset=\"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva-and-Don-Julio-1942-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva-and-Don-Julio-1942-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva-and-Don-Julio-1942-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva-and-Don-Julio-1942-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva-and-Don-Julio-1942-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva-and-Don-Julio-1942-2048x1363.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva-and-Don-Julio-1942-631x420.jpg 631w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva-and-Don-Julio-1942-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva-and-Don-Julio-1942-681x453.jpg 681w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The DNA of Not A Club is built around one core principle: uncompromising quality. As Malaysia\u2019s flagship home for Don Julio\u2019s most prestigious expressions, the venue doesn\u2019t just serve premium tequila \u2013 it celebrates it. An off-menu curated selection of cocktails showcases the versatility and craft of high-end spirits, whilst bottle service elevates the experience for guests who want nothing but the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Daren Yoon has been a driving force behind KL\u2019s nightlife for over a decade as the owner-operator of hugely successful destinations including The Vault KL (celebrating 10 years), Mamba, as well as acclaimed F&amp;B concepts Gekk\u014d and Gold Standard Pho.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-interior-of-Not-A-Club-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12780\" srcset=\"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-interior-of-Not-A-Club-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-interior-of-Not-A-Club-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-interior-of-Not-A-Club-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-interior-of-Not-A-Club-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-interior-of-Not-A-Club-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-interior-of-Not-A-Club-2048x1363.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-interior-of-Not-A-Club-631x420.jpg 631w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-interior-of-Not-A-Club-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-interior-of-Not-A-Club-681x453.jpg 681w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cMy ventures have largely grown along with my own tastes and preferences. My younger self was all about volume. More people, more drinks, many nights out each week. Now, I\u2019m extremely busy and don\u2019t have the opportunity to meet my friends like I used to. When I can gather people who are important to me, I want to be in a unique and intimate environment,\u201d Yoon explains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cGiven how limited these occasions are, I also want these moments to be special. Not A Club is exactly the place I want to be. It\u2019s for the people who, like me, seek experiences that can\u2019t be replicated anywhere else,\u201d Yoon adds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"12777\" src=\"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva2-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12777\" srcset=\"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva2-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva2-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva2-768x1154.jpg 768w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva2-1022x1536.jpg 1022w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva2-1363x2048.jpg 1363w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva2-279x420.jpg 279w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva2-640x962.jpg 640w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Don-Julio-Ultima-Reserva2-scaled.jpg 1703w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"12778\" src=\"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Paloma-and-berry-tequila-slushies-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12778\" srcset=\"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Paloma-and-berry-tequila-slushies-681x1023.jpg 681w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Paloma-and-berry-tequila-slushies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Paloma-and-berry-tequila-slushies-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Paloma-and-berry-tequila-slushies-768x1154.jpg 768w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Paloma-and-berry-tequila-slushies-1022x1536.jpg 1022w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Paloma-and-berry-tequila-slushies-1363x2048.jpg 1363w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Paloma-and-berry-tequila-slushies-279x420.jpg 279w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Paloma-and-berry-tequila-slushies-640x962.jpg 640w, https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Paloma-and-berry-tequila-slushies-scaled.jpg 1703w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">True to Yoon\u2019s philosophy of creating complete experiences, Not A Club features a food hall serving up premium skewers with a selection of premium broths including a rotating \u2018flavour of the week\u2019 featuring Gold Standard Pho\u2019s signature recipes \u2013 a sophisticated nod to late-night cravings reimagined for discerning palates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As with all the venues, quality music is paramount. Not A Club\u2019s music programming rotates through distinct themed nights \u2013 EDM that electrifies, R&amp;B and Hip Hop that moves, and Manyao\/Cantopop house nights that bring a unique cultural edge \u2013 ensuring the atmosphere always stays dynamic and fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The name itself is deliberate. Not A Club challenges the conventional nightlife model by prioritising quality over capacity, experience over excess. It\u2019s an invitation to something more considered, a space where every element from the pours to the playlist are executed with perfection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From 9:30 pm until the early hours, Not A Club transforms Medan Damansara into KL\u2019s most talked-about late-night destination. This is nightlife, redefined. This is Not A Club.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For reservations or inquiries contact +60197002312<br>Operating hours: 9:30 pm till late<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>KUALA LUMPUR, 28 November 2025 \u2013 Today, Stark Capital Enterprises announced the launch of Not A Club \u2013 the latest creation by the visionary hospitality team behind The Vault KL \u2013 which officially opens its doors to the public on Friday, November 28.&nbsp; Not A Club stands as Malaysia\u2019s only flagship destination for Don Julio [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":12773,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[20,2346,3962],"tags":[3959,3960,3963,3961],"class_list":["post-12772","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-grand-opening","category-lifestyle","category-none-a-club","tag-don-julio-1942","tag-malaysias-first-don-julio-1942-ultima-reserva-flagship-opens-in-kl","tag-medan-damansara","tag-not-a-club"],"aioseo_notices":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/The-interior-of-Not-A-Club1-scaled.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12772","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=12772"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12772\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12781,"href":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12772\/revisions\/12781"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/12773"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=12772"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=12772"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/klhappenings.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=12772"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}