Izzy Bennett, a bartender from Rosewood Bermuda, secured the top prize in the third annual Art of the Pour cocktail competition held over the weekend in Hamilton. Bennett was awarded the Best Overall Cocktail title and a $10,000 prize by the event’s judges.

The competition, organised by Bacardi Limited, attracted mixology talent from across the Atlantic. According to the event’s spokesperson, the contest aimed to showcase the craft of cocktail making and to highlight the creativity of bartenders on the island.

Bennett’s winning drink was praised for its balance of flavour and presentation, demonstrating the high level of skill that Bermudian bartenders bring to the global scene. The event also featured a series of demonstrations and workshops, offering local patrons and industry professionals a chance to engage with international mixology trends.

The success of Bennett’s cocktail will shine a spotlight on Hamilton’s burgeoning hospitality sector and could boost tourism interest in the city’s vibrant nightlife. The event’s organisers said that the competition will continue to be a platform for local talent to gain international recognition in the coming years.