An urban distillery in the heart of Fremantle’s bustling West End, Republic of Fremantle was established in 2019 and now has three gins on offer. You can sample at them at the upcoming Indie Spirits Tasting during Sydney Bar Week.
Events
Events
Thank you to all those who applied for The Scholarship program by The Blend. With over 200 applicants, we are happy to announce the list of successful Scholars for 2021.
The team at Australian Bartender magazine are proud to announce that the Hottest 100 Aussie Spirits countdown is returning this year after a smash hit launch in 2020. The countdown is dedicated to recognising the hard work of our many local distilleries around the country.
Do you have what it takes to be the Bartender of the Year? Take our third practice quiz to see where your knowledge is at.
It has been even more incredible for us at the CAMPARI ACADEMY to be able to kick off 2021 with our ‘The Spritz Explained’ & ‘Mai Tai (R)evolution’ Training Programs, and for the first time since 2019, being able to host our Masterclasses around Australia.
Those venues across Australia that range Never Never gin as a martini option will receive a 1kg jar of the Botanical Cocktail Onions for free, such is the brand’s ambition to spread the word on the tasty garnish.
If you’re new to the hospitality industry, The Scholarship will teach you the fundamentals of hospitality. If you’re moving up the ranks, they’ll show you modern bartending techniques. And if you want to push yourself to the next level, you’ll pick up knowledge and skills beyond the bar so you can drive the industry forward.
These are your awards so it’s really important that you have your say to make sure that the most deserving ten finalists are announced for each category. Voting will close 11.59pm (AEST) this coming Monday, 31st May.
The “Where Next?” campaign is being spearheaded by Glenfiddich and will take a deep dive into what the industry – and all of the brilliant characters in it – has endured over the past 12 months.
Submissions for Sydney Bar Week events are now open! Do you want to do a pop-up?A takeover? A competition? Now’s the time to let us know!
World Whisky Day 2021 is on Saturday 15th May. The day takes place on the third Saturday in May each year. Unlike lots of the ‘days’ we celebrate this one has been recognised by the Scottish parliament, and we think that’s as good a reason as any to have a dram.
Our friends at BBO, who are super pumped to be returning to Sydney Bar Week 2021. And they want you to know: “We’re back peeps!!!”