The World's 50 Best Bars is an annual list that celebrates the best of the international drinks scene, providing a yearly ranking of bars, voted for by more than 650 drinks experts from across the globe.
[1][2][3][4] The list was first announced in 2009, with annual award ceremonies held in London since the inaugural event in 2012.
William Reed is solely responsible for organising the awards, collating the votes, and producing the lists.
[7] The list is compiled by votes from The World's 50 Best Bars Academy, which consists of more than 650 drinks experts with 50/50 gender parity, including renowned bartenders, consultants, drinks writers, and cocktail specialists from around the world.
Voters are required to remain anonymous and voting is confidential, secure and independently adjudicated by Deloitte.