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db Asia: July in pictures
Hong Kong was a hub of activity in July, with guest bartenders showing off their skills in some of the best bars in the world; wine dinners in China highlighted the enduring quality of Champagne; and what’s this about a run club hoping to lap the sun?
Metabev celebrates Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2024
Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2024 was a jam-packed week in Hong Kong and Metabev welcomed guests from all over the world to celebrate the vibrant Asian F&B scene.
In conjunction with 10 of its brand partners, Metabev hosted 30 events across 64 bars and saw almost 3,500 cocktails served up by local bartending stars and 61 of their international colleagues across guest shifts, lunches and a grand afterparty.
Metabev’s F&B Run Club
It wasn’t all cocktails, lunches and parties — the F&B Run Club returned with a new mission. This time the group is planning to ‘Run Around the Sun’ — around 4.37 million km. The club’s Perrier-sponsored inaugural hike was led by Jay Khan, who was joined by 40 other participants who collectively accumulated 205km. A long way to go but the journey has begun. To join the run club click here and here.
ASC Fine Wines x Champagne Henri Giraud
ASC Fine Wines and Champagne Henri Giraud hosted an exclusive dinner at the Four Seasons Hotel in Guangzhou, China on 23 July, which coincidentally marked the 12th anniversary of the hotel establishment. This event featured a selection of Henri Giraud wines and was part of ASC’s ongoing efforts to support the development of the Champagne market in South China, particularly among on-premise and private customers.
Guests enjoyed a curated tasting experience, including Henri Giraud Blanc de Craie, Dame Jane Rosé, MV17, and Argonne. To complement the dessert, Henri Giraud’s unique fortified wine, Ratafia Champenois Solera 1990-2013, was also served.
ASC Fine Wines is the exclusive importer and distributor of Barons de Rothschild Champagne and Champagne Duval-Leroy.
dba Sparkling and Sauvignon Blanc Masters 2024
Hosted at Melody in Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, our judges blind tasted a selection of sparkling wines and Sauvignon Blanc expressions to award medals to the very best.
With high-quality judges and a unique sampling process, the drinks business Asia Masters tastings provide a chance for your wines and spirits to star. The 2024 competition was held in Hong Kong, employing experienced judges. The top wines were awarded Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals according to their result, and expressions that stood out as being outstanding received the ultimate accolade – the title of Master. Please visit the Global Masters website for more information, or, to enter future competitions – giving you the chance to feature online and in print – please call: +44 (0) 7772 019 932 or email Sophie Raichura at: sophie@thedrinksbusiness.com
Milestone Beverages whisky tasting
Hong Kong-based Milestone Beverages hosted a whisky tasting event in Hong Kong in July to showcase its Onikishi, Stateless and Taisteal brands.
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