Early Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Judging
Date
26 & 27 March 2025
Winners Announcement
22 April 2025
30 Nov 2024
26 & 27 March 2025
22 April 2025
26 & 27 March 2025
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Andy Loudon has almost two decades of extensive hospitality experience, having worked across the bar industry internationally before returning to London as Director of Bars at Scarfes Bar, Rosewood London from July 2024. At his new role he manages the operations of the property’s bars, including the Mirror Room, Holborn Dining Room and the multi-award-winning Scarfes Bar which placed No.37 in The World’s 50 Best Bars 2024.
Starting his career as an Assistant Bar Manager at renowned London bar 69 Colebrook Row, he progressed to Group Bar Manager at Satan’s Whiskers where he acquired general management experience as well as innovating the bar’s cocktail offering and service rituals. Following 5 years in London, Loudon took his talents overseas where he undertook the role of Bar Manager at Melbourne’s Bar Americano.
Loudon then went on to settle in Singapore as the Group Director of Bars for the iconic Tippling Club, which he led to numerous awards including to No.43 in The World’s 50 Best Bars 2021. Having built an international reputation within the bars industry, Loudon joined the Proof Creative team as a Senior Creative Consultant where he spear-headed the collaborations with high-profile groups and venues.
Following his experience across the world, Loudon has developed a scientific and theory-based approach to cocktails, leading the success in several international cocktail competitions. He has built a renowned reputation as a leader and innovator within 5-star establishments, which he looks to continue within his role at Rosewood London.