Featuring Four Talented and Up-and-Coming Mixologists from Oct 18 to 19
As part of the on-going Wynn Guest Mixologist Pop-up series, Wynn Palace is thrilled to present “The Craze for the Hottest Bartending Stars”, bringing top bartending talents from Mainland China to Macao. The exciting mixology extravaganza is set to welcome guests for two nights from October 18 to 19, featuring the hottest up-and-coming mixologists from Shanghai’s DENTREE, Pony Up, 12-Bar BLUES and Chengdu’s Papuwa. Cocktail enthusiasts will get the pleasure of savoring distinctive cocktails curated by these professionals at three of Wynn Palace’s bars for a lively, vibrant night!
Gary Hu of DENTREE (Shanghai)
Co-founded by Rémy Cointreau Group and Spirits Architects, DENTREE is China’s first bar establishment with a sustainability theme. It was selected by the DMBA Drink Award as one of the best new bars in Shanghai in 2023. Bar General Manager Gary Hu will introduce the bar’s groundbreaking sustainability concept and its signature cocktails to SW Bar at SW Steakhouse, offering guests a chance to experience an urban oasis through drinks for an unforgettable evening.
Time: 7 pm to 10 pm
Venue: SW Bar, Wynn Palace
Vivian Liu of Papuwa (Chengdu)
Papuwa, located in Chengdu, is celebrated for its inventive reinterpretation of classic cocktails that are infused with creativity. Co-founder Vivian Liu, recognized for her outstanding bartending skills, made a mark by reaching the finals of the WORLD CLASS 2022 China competition. During her guest shift at Wing Lei Bar, she will guide guests on an exceptional palate-pleasing journey with her flavorful drinks.
Time: 8 pm to 11 pm
Venue: Wing Lei Bar, Wynn Palace
Dre Yang of Pony Up and Yu An of 12-Bar BLUES (Shanghai)
Anticipate an unforgettable night as two cocktail masters – Dre Yang and Yu An, co-founders of Pony Up and 12-Bar BLUES respectively – join forces to showcase their signature drinks at Palace Reserve Club. Dre, formerly the Head Bartender at The Odd Couple that ranked 38th on the Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2020 list, was recognized in the WORLD CLASS 2023 China Speed Round Champion, the esteemed cocktail competition that is often known as the Oscars of the industry. Joining Dre is Yu An from 12-Bar BLUES, who earned a place among the top 15 for the DMBA Drink Award China Bartender of the Year (East China/Shanghai region) consecutively from 2021 to 2023. He also led his bar to receive nominations for the best cocktail menu in Shanghai and earned a place among the top five best bars in 2023.
Time: 9 pm to 12 am
Venue: Palace Reserve Club, Wynn Palace
For dining enquiries and reservations, please call (853) 8889 3663.
