As the Founder of Tulleeho and Co-Founder of 30BestBarsIndia, Vikram has been shaping India’s alco-bev landscape for over 25 years. Through Tulleeho, he has trained top bar talent, promoted indigenous Indian spirits globally, and collaborated with brands like DIAGEO. As a judge at Concours Mondial de Bruxelles and a speaker at Bar Convent Berlin, Vikram continues to elevate India’s bar culture on the world stage. Additionally, initiatives like the What India Is Drinking Report and Tulleeho Tequila Club showcase his vision for innovation and community-building in the industry.
Vikram Achanta
As the Co-founder of India’s most celebrated bars – Sidecar, Cocktails & Dreams Speakeasy, and The Brook — Minakshi is a driving force in the country’s bar and beverage industry. With over 18 years of experience, including stints at Pernod Ricard and DIAGEO, she has redefined bar culture through award-winning ventures. An advocate for sustainability, she co-founded BHUMI, a farm-to-table initiative promoting local ingredients. Minakshi’s influence extends globally as a jury member for the World Class Global Finals and a committee member for Tales of the Cocktail. Her entrepreneurial vision continues to elevate India’s place on the global bar map.
Minakshi Singh
Along with Minakshi, Yangdup is also the Co-Founder of Sidecar, Cocktails & Dreams Speakeasy, and The Brook. He is one of India’s most celebrated beverage professionals. Recognised as a Roku Industry Icon 2024 and a three-time honoree on Bar World’s 100 Most Influential Figures, Yangdup has been shaping India's spirits and cocktail culture for over two decades. A Keeper of the Quaich and an accomplished trainer, he founded the Cocktails & Dreams Bar School, empowering aspiring bartenders and elevating the industry through holistic training and consultancy. His entrepreneurial ventures, including the Drinks India Company and BHUMI, reflect his passion for innovation and sustainability. As a mentor, author, and global ambassador, Yangdup continues to inspire and lead, championing Indian bartending on the world stage.
Yangdup Lama
India’s First Platform for the Bar Fraternity
India Bartender Week
India Bartender Week (IBW) is being held in conjunction with Hanna Lee Communications’ Worldwide Bartender Week. Born from a casual catch-up with Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig, this initiative has now made its way to India’s shores. India Bartender Week will be spearheaded by industry stalwarts – Vikram Achanta, Minakshi Singh, and Yangdup Lama. India Bartender Week is more than just an event – it’s a movement that celebrates the craft of bartending while focusing on innovation, community, and global networking. A place where conversations ignite, ideas flourish, and connections come alive over clinking glasses – this is the true spirit of IBW. Set to debut in February 2025 in Gurgaon, this week-long celebration will unite India’s bar community, spotlighting the nation’s unique talent on the world stage.
Why Bartender Week in India?
For years, Indian Bartenders have had no single platform to showcase their skills and creativity. India, with its rich history, is a treasure trove of flavours, traditions, and hospitality, perfect for creating unforgettable cocktails and bar programs. From the spices of Delhi’s markets to the native ingredients from the mountains, Indian bartenders have an arsenal that’s second to none. The bar industry in India is growing at breakneck speed, with new talent emerging from the biggest cities to the smallest towns. We aim for this to become a magnet for the bar community, not only across South Asia but also extending its reach to the Middle East and the rest of Asia.
This platform is a canvas for India’s bar professionals to learn, innovate, and shine. At its heart, IBW is about storytelling – uncovering personal inspiration, ingredients, and experimentation behind great cocktails. It brings together bar owners, bar managers, bartenders, hoteliers, and influencers under one roof to help build a resilient and thriving bar community.
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Overview Of IBW 2025
IBW 2025 unfolds with a Pre-Shift on February 20: a private toast to honour partners, media, and trade supporters. From February 21–25, the Beverage Week features 20 top bars showcasing creativity through bespoke cocktails and local ingredients, drawing consumers into a vibrant celebration of India’s bar culture. The week culminates in the India Bar Summit on February 26–27, a two-day gathering of attendees, including bar professionals, hoteliers, and influencers.
The program will include panel discussions with industry leaders, hands-on workshops, trend-focused Future Room explorations, product showcases, bar takeovers, and spirited after-parties. As bartenders continue to change the world, one guest at a time, IBW is here to amplify their stories and celebrate their craft.
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