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“It’s these questions that have caused us anxiety; indecision that what we are doing is correct and casting doubt over our ambitions. We are not the first people to redo a venue, and most certainly won’t be the last, but we have found this process extremely challenging.” – James Bradey
The team behind it are the type to inspire devotion. Rob Libecans, Ryan Noreiks and Matt Stirling are industry veterans with world renowned bars on their timesheets. They have been running a successful pop-up and consultancy business under the name Fancy Free for the past few years.
Blasphemy Coffee Whisky lends itself perfectly to the classy Boulevardier cocktail. The chocolatey bitterness of coffee is often paired with Campari in cocktails, and Blasphemy brings those big flavours together in this whisky-forward take on the Negroni.
Starting out as a humble little distillery in the suburb of Fyshwick, Canberra in 2017 Big River has continued to rapidly grow and boom since opening its doors to the public in 2018.
So what makes a whisk(e)y bar great? These bars have an epic selection of whiskies, highlight whiskies in their cocktail menu and have staff who are passionate on the subject of whisky.
“If it was up to me I’d have a shrub in half my drinks. I think a bit of vinegar helps add a lovely tang to a lot of cocktails, especially sours. When you make a sour with a shrub it gives you an extra thick foam with a luxurious mouthfeel.” – Ian Guthrie of J&M’s in Sydney
Registrations for the opening round challenge are open from now until midnight on April 17th. For more information and to register for World Class 2022, please visit the Diageo Bar Academy website.
Our first-in, best-dressed seminars are always a big hit with attendees to Indie Spirits Tasting events. This year’s seminars will be hosted by Cara Devine, and will cover the hottest topics in the drinks world featuring some of the leading voices in distilling.
Recently opened Latin-American Inspired social club, Hey Chica! welcomes guests for an exciting nightlife experience at the vibrant late-night venue. Located in the heart of Fortitude Valley, Hallmark Hospitality Director Scott Hempel says that Hey Chica! is all about the passion and atmosphere of a Latin American inspired street party.
Create your own original design for the Fernet Branca 2022 Challenge Coin with your interpretation of Australian Themes and email this to FBcoin22@amberbev.com by midnight on Sunday 15th May.
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