Top 4 Finalists for the 2024 Spirited Awards Announced

The Tales of the Cocktail Foundation has unveiled the top 4 finalists for the highly anticipated 2024 Spirited Awards. These awards celebrate excellence in the global bar and spirits industry, recognizing the most innovative and influential figures in the cocktail community. This year’s finalists have been chosen across a range of categories, highlighting their significant contributions to the industry. The winners will be announced at the prestigious awards ceremony in New Orleans on July 25, 2024.

Key Categories and Finalists

International Bartender of the Year:

1. Lorenzo Antinori – Bar Leone, Hong Kong, China
2. Gina Barbachano – Hanky Panky, Mexico City, Mexico
3. Kate Boushel – Atwater Cocktail Club, Montreal, Canada
4. Giulia Cuccurullo – Artesian, London, UK

Best International Bar Mentor:

1. Simone Caporale
2. Ryan Chetiyawardana (Mr Lyan)
3. Giacomo Giannotti
4. Tato Giovannoni

Best International Brand Ambassador:

1. Jenna Ba – Tanqueray
2. Jordan Bushell – Hennessy
3. Claudia Cabrera – Fratelli Branca
4. Jesse Estes – Tequila Ocho

Best International Bar Team:

1. Atwater Cocktail Club – Montreal, Canada
2. Handshake Speakeasy – Mexico City, Mexico
3. Hope & Sesame – Guangzhou, China
4. Panda & Sons – Edinburgh, Scotland

Best U.S. Bar Team:

1. Allegory at the Eaton Hotel – Washington, D.C.
2. Century Grand – Phoenix, AZ
3. Service Bar – Washington, D.C.
4. Yacht Club – Denver, CO

Best U.S. Cocktail Bar:

1. Bar Goto – New York, NY
2. Double Chicken Please – New York, NY
3. Overstory – New York, NY
4. Service Bar – Washington, D.C.

Best U.S. Hotel Bar:

1. Allegory at the Eaton Hotel – Washington, D.C.
2. Champagne Bar at the Four Seasons Surf Club – Miami, FL
3. Chandelier Bar at the Four Seasons New Orleans – New Orleans, LA
4. Nubeluz at The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad – New York, NY

Celebrating Industry Excellence

The Spirited Awards are a hallmark of the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, recognizing the people, establishments, and products that continue to shape the cocktail landscape. This year’s finalists are no exception, showcasing talent and innovation from around the globe.

Charlotte Voisey, Spirited Awards Overall and International Chair, commented: “We are continually impressed by the exceptional talent within our industry. This year’s finalists represent the pinnacle of creativity, dedication, and passion for the craft of mixology.”

Upcoming Events

The final winners will be revealed during the Tales of the Cocktail conference, which takes place in New Orleans from July 21-26, 2024. The event will feature educational seminars, networking opportunities, and, of course, the celebrated awards ceremony.

For more details on the finalists and the event, visit the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation website.