The Bar World 100 2025 has officially been revealed, showcasing the 100 most influential people in the global bar industry. Curated by Drinks International and sponsored by Perrier, the list honors trailblazers shaping the future of hospitality worldwide. At the top is Iain McPherson of Panda & Sons in Edinburgh, recognized for his pioneering sub-zero techniques. He is followed by previous titleholder Monica Berg (Tayēr + Elementary, London) and Simone Caporale (Sips/Boadas, Barcelona). This year’s list reflects the bar world’s evolution, innovation, and resilience—featuring standout new entries and re-entries from Latin America, Africa, Asia, and beyond.
Complete Bar World 100 2025 List
1. Iain McPherson, Panda & Sons, Edinburgh
2. Monica Berg, Tayēr + Elementary, London
3. Simone Caporale, Sips/Boadas, Barcelona
4. Jean Trinh, Alquímico, Cartagena
5. Danil Nevsky, Indie Bartender, Barcelona
6. Alex Kratena, Tayer + Elementary, London
7. Priyanka Blah, The Dram Attic, Bangalore
8. Remy Savage, Shapes/Bar Nouveau/Abstract, Paris
9. Shingo Gokan, SG Group, Tokyo
10. Anna Sebastian, Celebrate Her, London
11. Lorenzo Antinori, Bar Leone/Montana, Hong Kong
12. Margarita Sader, Paradiso, Barcelona
13. Giacomo Giannotti, Paradiso/Galileo/Monk, Barcelona
14. Eli Martinez Bello, Tlecan, Mexico City
15. Stefano Catino, Maybe Group, Sydney
16. Ryan Chetiyawardana, Mr Lyan, London
17. Vijay Mudaliar, Native/Analogue, Singapore
18. Luke Whearty, Byrdi, Melbourne
19. Sandrae Lawrence, The Cocktail Lovers, London
20. Eric Van Beek, Handshake Speakeasy, Mexico City NEW ENTRY
21. François Monti, journalist/consultant, Madrid
22. Ines de los Santos, CoChinChina, Buenos Aires
23. Kate Boushel, Barroco Group, Montreal
24. Nico De Soto, Mace/Danico, Paris
25. Emma Janzen, writer, Michigan
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