The biggest week on the Bar calendar kicks off this Sunday the 14th of September, with each event offering something special. From parties to tastings to competitions, we have loads of events around Sydney to choose from. Today we present all the events held on Wednesday the 17th of September, the final day of Sydney Bar Week! Featuring Spirits Academy x Vermuteria’s ¡Viva Hora de Vermut! Viva Aperitivo!, How To Win Cocktail Competitions by Mix Haus, and the grand finale, the 24th Annual Bartender Magazine Bar Awards.
Spirits Academy x Vermuteria: ¡Viva Hora de Vermut! Viva Aperitivo!

When: Wednesday, 17th September, from 2pm to 4pm
Where: Vermuteria, 60 Kings Cross Rd, Potts Point
¡La fiesta on a Vespa! Celebrating a cherished European social tradition, Spirits Academy is hosting an afternoon for our industry friends to enjoy great food, drinks, and company.
What does it mean? Great music, beautiful vibes, tasty snacks, and a whole host of brands, to be enjoyed with friends and family.
Hosted by Stephanie Rainbow and Luca Faedi, showcasing iconic brands from Disaronno to Amaro Montenegro, Villa Massa and more – and serving tasty tapas from the Vermuteria crew, this is an industry exclusive afternoon not to be missed.
Spaces are limited so RSVP to secure your sgroppino!
How To Win Cocktail Competitions by Mix Haus

When: Wednesday, 17th September, from 12pm to 2pm
Where: Double Deuce Lounge, 6 Bridge St, Sydney NSW 2000
Join us at Mix Haus for an afternoon masterclass where a panel of seasoned cocktail competition veterans will talk you through how to win! They will be sharing insider tips and tricks that brands won’t always tell you about, to set you up with the best chance of success. Nibbles and drinks provided courtesy of our friends at Suntory Oceania and Fever Tree.
Please note that this event is open to female and non-binary hospitality professionals only. We will be also be taking gold coin donations for Oz Harvest!
24th Annual Bartender Magazine Bar Awards

When: Wednesday, 17th September, from 5:30pm to 11pm
Where: Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf, Suite 87/32 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont
The 24th Annual Bartender Magazine Bar Awards is back, celebrating the very best of Australia’s bar industry. Held at Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf, from 5:30pm to 11pm, this prestigious night honors’ the country’s top bars, bartenders, and industry leaders. Join hundreds of hospitality professionals for an evening of recognition, networking, and celebration as the winners of more than 20 awards are revealed. With great drinks, good company, and the entire industry under one roof, the Bar Awards is the night of nights for Australian bartending. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this iconic annual event.
Tickets are available to sponsors & finalists. Please reach out to events@twodeforce.com.au to secure your spot.




