


"We hope the mentorship and virtual educational components of the program on will encourage bartenders of all skill levels to join this incredible collective of bartenders." "We are continuously evolving the World Class US program to fit the dynamic industry and are proud to witness the incredible growth and success of this inspiring community year after year," shares Cassandra Ericson, Manager of On Premise at Diageo North America. The competition offers a great opportunity for cocktail enthusiasts of all skill levels and backgrounds to put their skills to the test, while joining a community of industry professionals from around the world. For this next season of the competition, the Regional and National Finals will take place at a combined event in Austin, TX, where the nation's Top 30 bartenders will compete to narrow down to the Top 5 Finalists before the 2023 World Class US Bartender of the Year is crowned.
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"We're excited to welcome returning and new competitors into the World Class community as they embark on this one-of-a-kind program that brings together a community of highly talented and dedicated hospitality professionals."Įach year, the USBG Presents World Class Sponsored By DIAGEO competition draws applications from diverse and talented bartenders nationwide who compete in a series of regional and national challenges inspired by the latest industry trends.

"USBG Presents World Class Sponsored By DIAGEO allows competitors to push themselves and grow with other industry leaders," says USBG Executive Director Aaron Gregory Smith.
