Penang Marriott Hotel’s mixologist, Josh Tean De Zhong (JOSH) will represent the hotel and the country in the grand finale of the 2024 APEC Sustainable Bartender Championship in Singapore this October.
He is credited for the creation of the “Kuih Talam,” cocktail is inspired by the traditional Malaysian dessert Kuih Talam and masterfully blends thoughtfully sourced pandan-infused gin and coconut.
He recently won the Indonesia-Malaysia Sustainable Bartender Championship held at The Westin Jakarta, Indonesia.
Meanwhile, the pioneering mixologist initiative to promote eco-friendly mixology across the Asia-Pacific region, excluding China.
National competitions have been running since August and will continue until September 2024, culminating with the Grand Finale in Singapore in October 2024.
The winner will be crowned Marriott International’s Most Sustainable Bartender in APEC for 2024 and will receive an all-expenses-paid vacation and valuable opportunities to showcase their skills at renowned bars across the region.
This regional championship will serve as a catalyst for sustainability and creativity in the world of mixology.
Participants are challenged to craft cocktails that blend creativity, sustainability, and local ingredients.
This championship not only provides opportunities for practical applications of sustainability principles and bringing those values to life to create unforgettable guest experience, but also empowers associates to develop and contribute.
We too at Penang Hyperlocal wish Josh all the best in the competition in Singapore !