In this monthly best mixologists roundup, we’ve compiled a list of uniquely talented flair bartenders whose skills shine on the world stage.
Renowned Talent in the Mixology World
Our first featured flair bartender is Giorgio Facchinetti, who started his career in bartending in 2013 at a bar in his hometown of Bonassola, Italy.
Dale DeGroff, known as the King Cocktail, is a true expert behind the art of cocktails. Meanwhile, Tony Conigliaro stands out for incorporating art school creativity into his bartending career at establishments like Roka, Zuma, and Hakkasan in London.
Most mixologists begin as bar backs, working their way up to the respected title of mixologist – creators of unique beverages.
This month’s list celebrates individuals at the forefront of cocktail culture. Popularly known as Telly, one notable Greek mixologist crafts signature drinks by combining classic Greek elements with contemporary methods.
Raising a glass to trailblazers like Ada Coleman, one of the most famous female mixologists in history, and Jerry Thomas, the father of modern mixology and author of the first official cocktail book, "How to Mix Drinks."
Dale DeGroff, widely regarded as one of the most famous mixologists, has a gift for improving any classic cocktail with his sophisticated palate.
Bartending Achievements and Careers
James Grant of Little Hong Kong in the Mercer Warehouse emerged as the Diageo World Class Bartender of the Year, besting 50 international competitors.
Brian Van Flandern, praised by FOOD NETWORK as “America’s Top Mixologist,” is a Michelin Three-star mixologist and former head mixologist for Chef Thomas Keller at PER SE Restaurant in NYC.
Known as Mr Lyan, the founder of Silver Lyan has garnered the title of ‘best in the world’, while Tom Walker made his mark by winning the Bacardi Legacy Global Cocktail Competition with his cocktail, the Maid in Cuba.
The distinction between mixologists, who often focus on creating new cocktails, and bartenders, who specialize in serving drinks, highlights the breadth of careers in the industry.
Eric competed with seven other mixologists from around the globe, chosen from a pool of 8,000, exemplifying the high level of skill and service in the mixology community.