WELCOME TO THE BLEND
BE INSPIRED TO MASTER YOUR CRAFT
Created by bartenders for bartenders, The Blend is an innovative & inspiring bartender engagement program, brought to you by Beam Suntory. We like to think of ourselves as a bartending community – where emerging, professional and master bartenders join together.
Our passion is our purpose – share yours with us!
New ZealandReturning from its hiatus. The Perfect Blend 2023 is (finally) back!
A new challenge has been set with an exciting new prize.
AustraliaAcid-Adjusting Liquids for Cocktails
Kurtis Bosley(AUS) talks about experimenting with acidity
AustraliaGrowing drinks in the Modern Bar with Sam Egerton and Friends
Explore a world of creative, sustainable, cocktail making, from the ground up.
A unique education platform specifically created for hospitality professionals is coming!
The Blends of The World
The Blend brings you the world’s best in the industry to inspire you to be creative in your craft.
Within each episode, you’ll discover a new way to Craft Cocktails, as well as Education on Basic Gardening Etiquette, Foraging, Seasonality, the World of Bee’s and Garden to Glass recipes.
Exploring important topics beyond the bar with Joe Schofield, International Bartender of the Year 2018 and co-founder of SCHOFIELD’S BAR.
Modern Bartending Workshops for the home bartender with Luke Whearty, BYRDI (Melbourne, Australia).
Our Categories
With a heritage that dates back centuries, Beam Suntory, as a world leader in premium spirits, showcases unparalleled expertise in a diverse selection of categories.
Our Brands
Beam Suntory brands have been bringing people together for more than 200 years. Our world-renowned bourbons, Japanese whiskies, single malt scotches, tequilas and cognac are perfect for any occasion.
WHY JOIN THE BLEND?
Established in Australia 33 years ago, The Blend (formally known as Club Suntory) is a trade engagement program designed to engage and inspire the bartender community around the world.
WHAT WE DO?
The Blend supports and celebrates the bartender at every stage of their career; uniting and nurturing emerging, professional & master bartenders.
WHO ARE WE?
We are a blend of passionate storytellers, iconic brands, inspiring talent & industry innovation.
» Interactive Workshops
» Brand Masterclasses
» Geek Out! with hidden brand stories
» Global Industry Trends
» Extensive Cocktail Library
» Access to Industry Mentors
» Brand Immersion Events
» Cocktail Competitions
» Industry Events
» Good Old-Fashioned Fun
» BARFLY Digital Magazine
» News from Around the World
» Growing for Good Community Events
» World Bartender Day
