The scavenger hunt for ingredients that took him through the streets of Macau, a finale that culminated in the essence of baijiu, and three wins in the preliminary rounds sealed the deal: Tuomas Hämäläinen of Wintergarden Bar returned from the 2026 IBA World Cocktail Championship with a silver medal.

Hämäläinen’s competing drink, Cloud Dancer – a full-bodied cocktail inspired by Pantone’s soft white “Color of the Year” and evoking a Zen-like state of mind – was honored with the Sparkling Cocktail of the Year award. Now it can only be savored under the glass roof of St. George.

How does it feel to represent Finland three times in a row among the world’s top cocktail bartenders? How do you balance training that demands meticulous attention to detail with the rest of your daily life? What sets a good cocktail apart from the best?

Join us to hear unique stories from cocktail master Tuomas Hämäläinen himself about his fast-paced competition journey and to gain a deeper insight into his masterful cocktail craftsmanship.

• Thursday, December 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
• At St. George Wintergarden Bar, Yrjönkatu 13
• Enter through the main doors to the second floor via the reception area
• Secure a comfortable seat & a Cloud Dancer cocktail: purchase an event gift card
• Free admission to remaining seats without a gift card, orders taken separately at the bar