Max Giudice (Republic of Freemantle Distillery) was crowned the Professional Category Winner, alongside Jac Landmark (Frisk Small Bar) the Apprentice Winner 2024.
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On Tuesday morning, the fifth Regional Final for The Perfect Blend competition was held at Bank Street Social. The finalists took the stage, all vying for the Regional Champion Title in either the Apprentice or Professional category. With 15 finalists, some were fresh faces, and others returned for another chance at the title.
Our QLD finalists were treated to a day on Loop Growers Farm, just north of Brisbane CBD, to learn about regenerative farming and the importance of soil health to flavour development in produce.
On Tuesday morning, the third Regional Final for The Perfect Blend Cocktail Competition 2024 was held in Melbourne. Bartenders flocked to BYRDI, meeting their host for the day, Luke Whearty, before embarking on a day of outdoor adventures at Victoria’s Restaurant of the Year, O.My.
Western Australia was the second of the six Regional Finals, and it took place on March 11th and 12th. Finalists began the competition days with the Beam Suntory Blind Tasting and Product Knowledge Test at the QT Perth.
Our largest Regional Final heat ever saw 27 finalists (13 Apprentice Category and 14 Professional Category) take part in the required stages of the competition. But there could only be two winners…
Everyone in hospitality can be a part of the fun and festivities of World Bartender Day by supporting their local finalists from NOW until Saturday 24th February
Over the last few weeks, the panel of judges have been working overtime to narrow down the 300 entries received from bartenders from all corners of Australia & New Zealand. After a grueling blind judging process, the following exceptional finalists have been selected from each state.
Most competitions are ultimately about the drink, the presentation, and the showmanship. The Perfect Blend is about supporting one another, education, career & self-development.
Enter your Cocktail submission into The Perfect Blend now — entries close in 7 days! The countdown is on!
No matter your level of experience, if you’re brand new to bartending, or been in the industry for a while, we welcome and invite everyone to take part!
The two days of competition showed a strong sense of community, and how in times like this we become sturdier than ever!