The Roundup: The top bartending competitions to enter in 2018

There’s never been more bartending competitions on the calendar. They offer you a great way to hone your skills, meet like-minded professionals, and often a way to see the world. Here’s our guide to some of the top competitions coming down the pipeline this year.

Get the PS40 recipe for their drink, Criss-Croissant (Will Make You Jump)

PS40 is the Sydney bar with a reputation for drinks you’re unlikely to see in any other bar; they employ a range of techniques to serve up flavours you’re not expecting — and they do it all with a sense of irreverence and cheek. Here, we’ve got the recipe for their drink, Criss-Croissant (Will Make You Jump).

ICYMI: These were the six biggest stories in February

How did that #FebFast work out for you? Regardless of whether you lasted the distance or not, this month saw some new venues on the way as we got a sneak peek at Walter’s in Brisbane and The Doss House in Sydney; we got great advice on opening a bar from Sven Almenning, and we checked in with Mjolner’s Alissa Gabriel and more.

Marionette Liqueurs

Four mates from Melbourne launch Marionette Liqueurs

With the rise of craft spirits in this country gathering momentum, we are basking in a new world of Aussie-made brands. You’ve no doubt heard of Maidenii vermouth. Shaun Byrne launched this brand back in 2012 and now, with Nick Tesar, Lauren Bonkowski, and Hugh Leech, he has just launched Marionette Liqueurs.