Mike Kassabian wins Diageo World Class competition in Lebanon

The Diageo World Class competition jury named Mike Kassabian from Sapa as ‘Best Bartender in Lebanon’. Kassabian will now represent the country in the global finale, which takes place in Mexico in August. The competition, now in its sixth year, attracted the country’s best bartenders who showcased the craft of cocktail creation. All six finalists displayed their skills in front of a selective panel of judges: Jennifer Le Nechet, World Class 2016 global winner; Spike Merchant, World Class global brand ambassador; and Joe Barza, international master celebrity chef and culinary expert.