2010 Best 50 Bars in the World-5 Aussie Bars voted
The 2010 Best Bars in the World have been revealed, and five bars from Australia have been placed in this prestigious list. The World’s 50 Best Bars were voted for by 700 bar professionals from 50 countries. The annual poll is conducted independently on behalf of Drinks International magazine.
Der Raum, Melbourne
Winner 2008 Australian Bar of the Year Gourmet Traveller Awards – and the list of achievements goes on. Der Raum, is a haven in Richmond and the bartenders pride themselves on the use of fresh pressed juices, the best spirits they can source and even the finest ice. Discover a better way of drinking at Der Raum.
Black Pearl, Melbourne
Only the best quality spirits are served at Black Pearl, a cosy bar with outdoor seating located in Fitzroy. It attracts an interesting but not too trendy crowd with quiet weeknights and bustling weekends-so get there early!.
1806, Melbourne
Situated in the centre of Melbourne’s CBD, 1806 is one of the city’s finest and boasts traditional cocktails and some newer versions with a twist. The menu includes cocktails going back to 1806, the year the word ‘cocktail’ was defined, and its history began. Thence the atmosphere is cosy and a little mysterious, with cocktail cabinets housing original equipment for making famous concoctions from the past.
Zeta Bar Sydney Hilton
The iconic, chic multi award winning Zeta Bar in Sydney’s Hilton Hotel, has a warm atmosphere but attracts a cool crowd. Consultant/mixologist Grant Collins has been named ‘One of the world’s greatest bartenders’ and his influence has led to some of the most unique cocktails you will find.
The Ivy, Sydney
An iconic bar in Sydney’s CBD, close to the financial district and a few minutes walk from Circular Quay. A whole new playground for Sydney’s elite, Ivy has become just as well known for its “who’s who” list as its vast, chic interiors and classy beverages.
