The SLTN Awards are organised by the hospitality trade magazine Scottish Licensed Trade News. The best of Glasgow’s bars are well represented in categories including Whisky Bar of the Year, Gastropub of the Year and Mixologist of the Year.
Here are all the local venues that are finalists for the food and drink awards.
13. Saint Luke’s
Alex Riches, finalist, Licensee of the Year: “Overseeing a team of more than 80 staff is a big task but Alex makes it look easy. Not only has he responsibility for training and developing the teams at Glasgow venues St Luke’s, The Amsterdam and The Absent Ear, he’s also got his finger on the pulse of what makes each of those businesses tick, with a keen eye on their varied target markets.”
14. Mikaku
Zach Sapato, finalist for Mixologist of the Year: “Zach quite literally ticked every box, living up to his strong reputation within the drinks industry. Each of his cocktails was well constructed with specific, alternative, and sustainable garnishes, ingredients, and glassware - right down to the tempered ice."
15. West Side Tavern
Max Macauley, finalist for Mixologist of the Year: “For someone fairly new to the game, Max is already well established in the drinks industry, and can effortlessly demonstrate his knowledge and innovation. Max made our judges three drinks in different styles; one built, one shaken and one stirred, each showcasing the fundamentals of mixology."
16. Porter and Rye
Dan Docherty, finalist, Mixologist of the Year: “Dan’s commitment to making the best use of quality ingredients is evidenced by his close work with his venue’s kitchen to create accurate flavour pairings, and his sustainable dealings with the local fruit and vegetable store. With subtlety and flair, Dan made two cocktails simultaneously, while continuing to story-tell and engage with the judges."