Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF) has announced the Regional Top 10 Honorees for the 2025 Spirited Awards, with Australia scooping 13 nominations.

Since its inception in 2007, the Spirited Awards has become one of the world’s most prestigious honours in the drinks industry, celebrating outstanding individuals, establishments, products, media, and leaders who continue to inspire the global cocktail community.

The Spirited Awards winners will be announced on 24 July during the Tales of the Cocktail (TOTC) conference, which is taking place in New Orleans from 20-25 July 2025.

“The Spirited Awards authentically celebrates all aspects of the industry, shining light on those really working to better hospitality and bringing together a genuine community,” said Spirited Awards Asia Pacific Co-Chair Alice Newport.

“Each of these honorees showcases the passion, talent, and commitment that make the global bar community so dynamic and motivating. We’re proud to celebrate the accomplishments of the Regional Top 10 Honorees and the mark they’ve left on their local cocktail cultures.”

Australia’s 2025 Spirited Awards top 10 nominees

Best International Bar Team – APAC

• Caretaker’s Cottage — Melbourne
• Double Deuce Lounge — Sydney

Best International Cocktail Bar – APAC

• Above Board — Melbourne
• BYRDI — Melbourne
• Caretaker’s Cottage — Melbourne
• Double Deuce Lounge — Sydney
• Maybe Sammy — Sydney

Best International Hotel Bar – APAC

• Dean & Nancy on 22 at the A by Adina — Sydney

Best International Restaurant Bar – APAC

• Bar Bellamy — Melbourne
• The Waratah — Sydney

Best New International Cocktail Bar – APAC

• Bar Sumi — Sydney
• Goodwater — Melbourne
• Little Cooler — Sydney

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