The team at Old Mate’s Place selected The Knickerbocker for the introductory cocktail this month as according to Dan Noble it’s been staging a bit of a comeback. A classic from Jerry Thomas, the Old Mate’s version features pomegranate.
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In news just in, three Sydney bars have made the cut in the World’s 50 Best Bars. A huge congrats to Maybe Sammy (11), Cantina OK! (28) and Bulletin Place (39). London’s Connaught bar knocked Dante off the top spot.
Coming soon…. the bold character of Jack Daniel’s and the refreshing taste of real, crisp apples. Dropping in Western Australia only from November, launching in all states in early 2021. #JackApple
“When I noticed some people hitting it harder than ever I decided to jump in and have a chat with these guys…nothing heavy, just checking in and seeing how everything was going.” – Nick Miles from Lucky Duck Club in Brisbane
“In 1997, Joy was named Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum’s Master Blender, significant not only because she was the first female within the company to hold the role, but she was also the first female in the industry to earn this distinction.” Read all about the relaunch of Appleton Estate and their ‘Cane to Cup’ approach.
“Hospitality isn’t just a means to an end, and when you’re in it for the right reasons, everyone benefits – with your customers being the most important.” Pauric Kennedy from Barangaroo House on his love of hospo
Bars and cocktail lovers are invited to join the digital countdown of the list of The World’s 50 Best Bars 2020 through The World’s 50 Best Bars Facebook page and 50 Best Bars TV channel on YouTube. The streamed ceremony will begin at Thursday 3pm UK time (or 2am Friday morning AEST), culminating in the announcement of The World’s Best Bar
“Australian hospitality has brought me so much joy, fulfillment and friendship. I am proud to launch Australian Cocktail Month and provide assistance to the industry as they rebuild following the pandemic” – Penny Sippe
During the STEP UP Challenge, bartenders from across Australia will compete to see who can climb the most flights of stairs for the 4 week period.
“Unfortunately we were unable to reach an agreement with the landlord on rent so we have decided to move the venue to a new location in 2021. Kings Kross is not what it once was. The lockout hurt our business massively, but thanks to our many loyal customers and cocktail fans we managed to survive.” – Sven Almenning, Speakeasy Group Director
“In the state of Oaxaca, the smell of mezcal and mole negro fills the streets and, as night-time approaches, candles coat the cemetery like a blanket. In the surrounding areas the Muerteada takes hold with brass bands dancing their way up and down the hills of their neighbourhoods, stopping by households for mezcal and snacks.” – Hayley Dixon
From a local standpoint, for Melbourne bars made the list. The Everleigh in Melbourne was a new entry and the highest Aussie bar in the 51 to 100 coming in at 73. Byrdi Melbourne came in at 80, Above Board at 84 and Black Pearl at 98. Great news for four of the city’s best bars who are just slowly creeping out of lockdown.