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A staggering 8 finalists from Australia have been selected to be part of the Global Top 50. An unprecedented representation from any single country, well and truly making ANZ’s mark on the Hennessy world-stage. Here, we discover these talented 8 finalists.
Of all the places Australian Bartender of the Year, James Irvine, imagined he’d be making cocktails, Hendrick’s Master Distiller Lesley Gracie’s laboratory probably wasn’t one of them. However, winning Australian Bartender of the Year does open those Distillery doors.
Spontaneity is the spice of life, as they say, and the team at Bar Spontana have put both at the forefront of their newly opened venue in Brunswick, pairing a bar offering focussed on spontaneous/wild fermentation with spicy, regional Thai food – literally, take my money.
Disaronno has launched a new marketing initiative, “The Golden Hour Campaign,” aiming to celebrate the authentic Amaretto Sour experience for consumers.
The winners of The 18th Annual Spirited Awards will be announced at the ceremony on Thursday, July 25th at The Fillmore New Orleans. It is all part of the Tales of the Cocktail (TOTC) conference, which is celebrating its 22nd year in New Orleans from July 21-26, 2024.
The B.A.R. was created with the sole purpose of making a significant impact in an industry known for its demanding and high-stress, sleep-deprived environment as well as, let’s say, some unhealthy practices that have become the norm.
Story by Cara Devine. Cara is our Melbourne-based drinks writer. She is the co-owner of…
“I see Gucci as probably the most innovative fashion brand over the years. They are not scared to step out and be different. They keep the best quality but move in new directions, leading from the front and building style into culture.”
It brings together elements from trips to Ireland, Scotland and England – like the green-hued bar, whiskies and Guinness – as well as saloons and dive bars from New Orleans to New York.
Kenney is polite, fun and loves to joke around. He’s an incredible young talent with a breathtaking sense of style. We sat down with him to learn about his career and what brought him to the City of Lights.
When I walk into a bar, I look for a combination of factors that make a great bar experience: customer service,
a welcome atmosphere, a well-crafted cocktail list, knowledgeable staff and attention to detail.











