To kick off our review of the year just passed, we start with a look back at another envelope-pushing 12 months of news, events and conversation for Asia’s drinkers and drinksmiths.
With two new categories open to Asia bars and bartenders this year, check out who's in the running for our very own awards ahead of the ceremony in Shanghai on November 19.
Eight from the region are heading to Venezuela for the Continental semi-finals.