The 9th Cyprus Bar Show, the leading event for the bar and hospitality industry, which took place on March 21-22, 2025 at the Laxia Palace Protaras Banquet Hall, was completed with complete success.
The Cyprus Bartenders Association (Cy.BA), under the auspices of the Deputy Ministry of Tourism, the Municipality of Paralimni - Deryneia, and with the support of the Municipality of Ayia Napa, organized a unique two-day event full of innovation, flavors and inspiration, attracting professionals from the fields of bars, restaurants and hotels.
Exhibitors from all over Cyprus presented the most modern products, while internationally recognized mixologists, bar managers and brand ambassadors shared their knowledge through five specialized seminars & masterclasses.
Highlights of the 9th Cyprus Bar Show:
Top presentations & Masterclasses from bartending professionals.
11 impressive cocktail competitions, with participation from talented bartenders and students.
Shaker Battles 2025 – The Champion who will represent Cyprus in the World Competitions is Panagiotis Theofilou (Pig N Whistle Kapparis), with Jose Montero Labrada (Golden Coast Hotel) in second place and Aleks Marinchev in third place.
The 9 Finalists for the Shaker Battles 2026:
Cyprus Cocktail Competition
Jose Montero Labrada (Golden Coast Hotel)
Anastasis Kavallaris (City of Dreams Casino)
Paraskevas Andreou (Golden Coast Hotel)
National Signature Cocktail
Dimitris Papadopoulos & Technical Training (Parklane Hotel)
Xenios Ioannou (Columbia Beach, Limassol)
Kristian Adamzyw (Magadam All Day)
International Lady Shake
Ekaterina Alexandrou (Pandys Bar)
Eleni Andreou (Road Coffee)
Polina Voladina (Panis Bar)
The President of the Association, Mr. Costas Pissinas, congratulated all participants and winners, expressing his admiration for the passion, creativity and talent that was demonstrated during the event.
The presence of the Deputy Minister of Tourism, the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Paralimni - Deryneia, as well as representatives of important bodies, confirmed the importance of the Cyprus Bar Show for the development of the Cypriot bar industry.
Sponsors & Supporters Support
The success of the event would not have been possible without the significant support of our sponsors, exhibitors and supporters, as well as the guilds, who contributed substantially to the realization of the event. We warmly thank everyone who believed in and supported this great celebration of bartending!
The event took off with Flair Shows, dance performances and unique moments, leaving the audience excited and eager for the next event!
See you at the 10th Cyprus Bar Show 2026!
