Meet the top 41 bartenders competing in World Class Bartender of the Year Singapore 2025

The competition kicked off in style early this month at The Singapore Edition Hotel, where industry insiders, cocktail connoisseurs, and curious tipplers gathered to celebrate the launch, including the reveal of all participating bartenders. The Punch Room hosted an exclusive Johnnie Walker Blue Label Blue Hour takeover, while The Wonder Room served up crafted cocktails featuring Johnnie Walker Blue Label, Zacapa XO, Don Julio 1942, Tanqueray No. 10, and The Singleton 12. And because one party isn’t enough, the festivities continued with a sensational takeover at the Edition Lobby Bar by World Class Singapore past winners and legends Bannie Kang from Side Door, Peter Chua from Night Hawk, and Jerrold Khoo from Stay Gold Flamingo, where the guest shifts kept spirits high. If you missed it, don’t worry – we’ve captured moments here.

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With bars regularly topping Asia’s 50 Best Bars and The World’s 50 Best Bars lists, Singapore has become a global powerhouse for craft cocktails. Whether you’re at sleek hotel lounges or experimental drinking dens, expect these bartenders to push boundaries with bold flavours, innovative techniques, and impeccable hospitality. And if you need proof? Just look at past winner Bannie Kang, then head bartender of ANTI:DOTE, who took home the World Class global title in 2019. She’s since opened Side Door on Neil Road, where she continues to solidify Singapore’s reputation for bartending brilliance. 

This year, 41 contenders are stepping up to prove their prowess, hailing from internationally recognised bars and up-and-coming establishments alike.

Here’s the full lineup:

Alvin Koh - Nutmeg & Clove
Anton Gornev - The Mirabilis Bar
Bala Murugan - Bae's Cocktail Club
Bi Jia Wei - White Shades
Boon Lee - Naga House
Cherry Lee - Origin Bar
Colin Chng - Bar Bon Funk
Daniel Fong - SUSHISAMBA
Darren Prasad - Employees Only
Edward Koh - Sugarhall
Eric Chang - Sugarhall
Gabriel Gan - Gibson Bar
Han - The Elephant Room
James Dela Rosa - WAKUDA
James lain - Jigger & Pony
Jeeivan - The Elephant Room
Joel Accad - Silly Goose
Josh Goh - SUSHISAMBA
Josiah Chee - Bar Bon Funk
Karan Vanker - WOOBAR
Kelvin Saquilayan - Republic Bar
Kim Dongje - The Backdrop
Kim JungHoo - MO Bar
Lam Ho Yung - Last Word
Marco Maiorano - КОМА
Marlon Aseoche - ANTI:DOTE
Mate Csizmadia - The Bar at 15 Stamford
Matthew Chan - PLUME
Ooi Foo Giap - Last Word
Orman Bag-ao - CUT by Wolfgang Puck
Qing Ting - Madame Fan Bar
Raz Ng - Sugarhall
Ron Tan - Madame Fan Bar
Rusell Chia - Nutmeg & Clove
Sam Pang - Night Hawk
Saverio Casella - Jigger & Pony
Shaina Yeh - MOGA
Solla Park - Jigger & Pony
Tryson Quek - Side Door
Valerie Natasha Valentine - ATLAS
Zana Möhlmann - Manhattan

You don’t have to be a bartender or judge to get in on the action. The World Class Cocktail Festival gives you the chance to visit the participating bars, sip on festival-exclusive cocktails, and immerse yourself in Singapore's dynamic bar culture. You’ll even get to witness these bartenders work their magic in the flesh. Plus, keep an eye out for upcoming guest shifts and fringe events, with more details to be confirmed soon.

Think you’ve found your favourite bartender? Great – now it’s time to support them. Cast your vote here and help them win some great prizes. You'll also have the chance to enter our lucky draw for a shot at winning exclusive treats. Get sipping, get voting, and let’s celebrate the best of Singapore’s bar scene together.

Discover more about the World Class Bartender of the Year Singapore competition and World Class Cocktail Festival here. Please drink responsibly. Learn more at DrinkIQ.com.