Tales of the Cocktail Foundation has announced the Top 10 for each category of this year’s Spirited Awards, with 10 Australian nominations in the mix.
Since its founding in 2007, the Spirited Awards has recognised beverage professionals, products, and establishments across every facet of the spirits and cocktail community on a global scale.
“It is paramount that we keep our community intact in whatever ways we can right now,” said Caroline Rosen, President of Tales of the Cocktail Foundation.
“The hospitality industry has been decimated throughout this pandemic, but we are a strong, resilient group. The ability to honor our peers is of the utmost importance and we’re so proud of this year’s class of nominees.”
MAYBE SAMMY said it was thrilled with its nominations: “It’s important, perhaps more now than ever, to support each other as a global community and recognise our accomplishments for doing something we all love.”
The Aussie finalists are:
International Bartender of the Year
Andrea Gualdi — MAYBE SAMMY, Sydney (above)
Luke Whearty — Byrdi, Melbourne
Best International Brand Ambassador
Martin Hudak — Mr Black Spirits (pictured main)
Best International Cocktail Bar
MAYBE SAMMY — Sydney
Best International Restaurant Bar
Continental Deli Bar Bistro — Newtown
Restaurant Hubert — Sydney
Best New International Cocktail Bar
Bar Margaux — Melbourne
Byrdi — Melbourne (above)
World’s Best Spirits Selection
Cantina OK! — Sydney
Best International Bar Team
MAYBE SAMMY — Sydney
Due to COVID-19, the 14th annual Spirited Awards will be in a primarily digital format this year. The Top 4 Finalists will be named on June 1, 2020.
