Tim Philips

"My drink ethos is generally based on simple things, done perfectly, with great ingredients."

Biography

With over 18 years experience in Hospitality, Tim Philips-Johansson is also Australia's most awarded bartender. Originally from Melbourne, Tim has honed his craft in multiple cities and the best bars around the world including Black Pearl (Melbourne), Milk & Honey (London and New York), The Clubhouse (France). He now resides in Sydney, Australia where he is the co-owner of four-time Australian cocktail bar of the year, and four-time World's 50 Best Bars entrant Bulletin Place, as well as restaurant Dead Ringer. Tim has won numerous global accolades including UK Bartender of the Year (Class Magazine, 2011), Australian Bartender of the year (2011, 2012 Bartender Magazine, Bars & Clubs Magazine), and Global Diageo World Class Champion (Rio de Janeiro, 2012).