World?s Biggest Cocktail Competition Names Keegan McGregor as World Class Global Bartender of the Year

Thousands competed in the 15th edition of World Class for the coveted title

SHANGHAI, Sept. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Keegan McGregorfrom Canada has been awarded the coveted title of World Class Global Bartender of the Year 2024 at the worlds biggest cocktail competition, celebrated in Shanghai this year. Competing against finalists from 44 regions around the world, spanning six continents, Keegan McGregor was named as the ultimate winner by an international line-up of industry legends, during the annual celebration of global cocktail culture.

Keegan of Highwayman Bar stood out amongst the other competitors by presenting a series of signature serves that celebrated community, sustainability and innovation, to earn a place at the Global Final, hosted in one of the most historic and famous cities in the world, Shanghai. The World Class competition, hosted by Diageo, sets to challenge and inspire the next generation of bartenders through a spirited contest where they are rewarded for pushing their creativity, storytelling and techniques to the next level.