WINNERS 2025
Posted: 2025-03-24
Bartenders’ Choice Awards 2025: Celebrating This Year’s Best in the Industry
The winners of the Bartenders’ Choice Awards 2025 have been revealed, honoring the most outstanding bars, bartenders, and industry innovators. Regarded as one of the most prestigious awards in the bar industry, the BCA continues to set the benchmark for excellence across multiple categories.
This year’s gala event brought together industry leaders, tastemakers, and cocktail enthusiasts to celebrate those who are pushing the boundaries of hospitality, creativity, and craftsmanship.
“Each year, we see an incredible level of innovation and passion within the bar community, and 2025 is no exception,” said Joel Katzenstein, co-founder of the Bartenders’ Choice Awards. “These winners exemplify what it means to lead the industry forward, and I can’t wait to see the bar scene develop even further the next couple of years.”
The Bartenders’ Choice Awards are determined by 600 industry professionals who cast their votes for the best in the business. With a commitment to recognizing excellence, the BCA continues to celebrate the individuals and establishments that elevate the cocktail experience globally.
The Winners of the Bartenders’ Choice Awards 2025
SWEDEN
Best Cocktail Bar - Le Hibou
Best New Cocktail Bar - Afterglow
Best Cocktail Menu - Le Hibou
Best Atmosphere - Bar Bruno
Best Bartender - Oscar Buhre
Improver Of The Bar Industry - Hedda Bruce
Best Restaurant - Miyakodori
Rising Star - Anton Polbring
Best Signature Cocktail – Dry Martini (Gondolen)
People’s Choice – Tjoget
NORWAY
Best Cocktail Bar - Britannia Bar
Best New Cocktail Bar - D.G.Æ - Den Grimme Ælling
Best Cocktail Menu - Britannia Bar
Best Atmosphere - Nedre Løkka
Best Bartender - Øyvind Lindgjerdet
Improver Of The Bar Industry - Yunus Yildiz
Best Restaurant - Klempe og Dons
Rising Star - Hanna Monslaup
Best Signature Cocktail – Enigma (Espier)
People’s Choice – Espier Bar
DENMARK
Best Cocktail Bar - Bird
Best New Cocktail Bar – Victory
Best Cocktail Menu - Deco
Best Atmosphere – Balderdash
Best Bartender – Bonnie Bonella
Improver Of The Bar Industry – Max Scott
Best Restaurant - Lun
Rising Star – Helene Rosenfeldt Pedersen
Best Signature Cocktail – Red Snapper Martini (The House Of Machines)
People’s Choice - Gedulgt
FINLAND
Best Cocktail Bar - The Firm
Best New Cocktail Bar - Kupoli
Best Cocktail Menu - Trillby & Chadwick
Best Atmosphere - The Old Man & The Si
Best Bartender - Anniina Viskari
Improver Of The Bar Industry - Women & Whiskeys
Best Restaurant - Luovuus Kukkii Kaaoksesta
Rising Star - Saana Maaskola
Best Signature Cocktail – Mr. Bukowski (Trillby & Chadwick)
People’s Choice - Tiima
ICELAND
Best Cocktail Bar – Tipsý
Best New Cocktail Bar - Gilligogg
Best Cocktail Menu - Amma Don
Best Atmosphere - Kaldi Bar
Best Bartender - Hrafnkell Ingi Gissurarson
Improver Of The Bar Industry - Fannar Logi Jónsson
Best Restaurant - Skál
Rising Star - Helga Signý
Best Signature Cocktail - LetsGroni (Skál)
People’s Choice - Jungle
GLOBAL
Best International cocktail bar - Satan's Whiskers, London
Best Social Media Account - Cocktailman
bca Week 2025
Posted: 2025-02-10
Welcome to BCA Week!
Get ready to enjoy a diverse range of activities, including guest bar shifts, workshops, seminars, tastings, and more!
Together with our partnering brands and bars, we’re bringing you exciting opportunities to network, learn, and experience the latest trends in mixology.
The first BCA Week events are officially live and what a lineup we have for you!
Stay tuned for more updates.
nominees 2025
The Nordic bartending scene emerges in the spotlight as the nominees for the Bartenders Choice Awards 2025 are disclosed. These nominations showcase the finest talents and establishments that have significantly impacted the industry. Congratulations to all nominees and thank you for your contribution to the cocktail community.
Nominations tour
Posted: 2025-01-05
Exciting News! The Bartenders' Choice Awards are hitting the road on a Nordic Tour to unveil the nominees for BCA 2025!
Join us for a celebration of craft, creativity, and camaraderie!
Let the countdown to the ultimate Nordic mixology journey begin!
gala date
Posted: 2024-12-26
It is with great pride and joy we are able to share that Bartenders’ Choice Awards is set to take place on March 24, 2025. The 15th annual BCA Gala will be hosted at Grand Hotels’ Vinterträdgården in Stockholm. Join us and celebrate our beloved bar industry. Tickets available here.
Cheers!
