ON THE NIGHT
Awards Presentation
Being a sponsor of ALIA provides you with an opportunity to connect your business with some of Australasia’s key business personnel behind leading hotel, bar, club and retailer businesses. The 29th Australian Liquor Industry Awards returns in 2024, BIGGER and better at The Star Event Centre Sydney on Wednesday 30 October 2024. The industry’s night of night’s celebrates people, brands and venues of the hospitality industry for 2024.
Over 600 hospitality and industry leaders will be in the room to celebrated and acknowledge the winners of over 60 on-and-off-premise awards.
The 2024 ALIA’s will kick off with red carpet arrivals, followed by an immersive evening including gala dinner and awards presentation with networking bars, drinks, live music, performances, and not to forget the BEST DRESSED AWARDS. The evening concludes with the Fireball After Party.
ALIA is a night which celebrates industry as a whole and is a great opportunity to meet new people in the trade, catch up with old friends, celebrate yours and your teams achievements and take advantage of new and existing products.
DRESS CODE THEME
The theme is one of the hightlights at ALIA
This year’s theme is The Wild West. A captivating blend of history, myth, and adventure that brings to life the spirit of the American frontier during the late 19th century. This theme evokes images of vast open landscapes, rugged cowboys, daring outlaws, and the relentless pursuit of freedom and justice! The struggle between law and chaos is a recurring motif. The Wild West is a place where the line between right and wrong is often blurred, and justice is sometimes meted out with a six-shooter. Showdowns, duels, and standoffs are common, highlighting the tension between civilization and lawlessness. The Wild West is populated by a diverse cast of characters, including cowboys, cunning outlaws, steadfast sheriffs, salon girls, prospectors and miners and resilient pioneers.
Saddle up and embrace the rugged charm of the Wild West with a classic cowboy outfit, featuring a wide-brimmed hat, leather boots, and a stylish bandana. Unleash your inner cowboy and join the fun—show off your western flair and stand out in true frontier fashion!
Giddy up and capture the untamed spirit of the Wild West with a timeless outfit. featuring a wide-brimmed hat, leather boots, and a stylish female cowboy twist. Unleash your inner cowgirl and join the fun—show off your western flair and stand out in true frontier fashion!
BEST DRESSED
The Wild West Best Dressed Awards is all about celebrating individuals or teams who go above and beyond in capturing the essence of the Wild West with their outfits.
Whether it’s the dashing look of a classic cowboy, the fierce style of a saloon girl with wide-brimmed hats, leather boots to flowing skirts and corsets, or the distinctive dress of a frontier sheriff!
Whether you’re channelling the legendary gunslingers of the past or the resilient pioneers who tamed the frontier, this award is your chance to showcase your style and claim your place as the best-dressed in the West!
NETWORKING BARS
BETTER BEER
Better Beer is co-founded by Aussie comedians, Matt Ford & Jack Steele (The Inspired Unemployed) together with their mate Nick Cogger- a health-conscious publican and entrepreneur from Torquay. Launched only in November 2021, Better Beer has proudly become the second largest independent beer band in Australia, led by the successful performance of the original brew: Better Beer Zero Carb. The product range has since grown to include: Ginger Beer; Middy Ultra Low Carb; Arvo Ale & Zero Alc. Visit betterbeer.com.au for more info.
THIRSTY GROUP BAXTER
Thirsty Group is a rapidly growing Australian spirits producer and distributor, renowned for its award-winning, all-natural products. With a commitment to quality and innovation, the company crafts a diverse range of spirits including Baxter Vodka (recognised as the world’s most awarded Vodka of 2023, having won the prestigious ‘Triple Still’ Award), Aubrey Liqueurs, Ojala Tequila, Burn City Rum, and Truepenny Gin. Thirsty Group’s portfolio is distinguished by the absence of artificial additives or flavors, reflecting their dedication to purity and excellence. From distilling and blending to packaging and distribution, Thirsty Group operates a full-service distillery, ensuring high standards at every production stage. Discover more at Thirsty Group
CATEGORIES
Congratulations to this year’s WINNERS & HIGHLY COMMENDED.
To find out who wins, secure your ticket to ALIA, book your tickets NOW.
OFF-PREMISE AWARDS
Beer & Cider Awards
Best Full Strength Beer – Sponsored by ILG
Best Mid & Low Strength Beer – Sponsored by Drinkwise
Best Premium Domestic – Sponsored by Brightside
Best Premium International – Sponsored by The Shout
Best Mainstream Craft – Sponsored by Beer & Brewer
Best Independent Craft – Sponsored by Paramount Marketplace
Best Cider – Sponsored by ALSA
Best Australian Brewery – Sponsored by Konvoy
Wine Awards
Best Red Wine – $14.99 and Under – Sponsored by ILG
Best Red Wine – $15 to $34.99 – Sponsored by National Liquor News
Best Red Wine – $35 and Over – Sponsored by ALSA
Best White Wine – $14.99 and Under – Sponsored by The Shout
Best White Wine – $15 to $34.99 – Sponsored by ILG
Best White Wine – $35 and Over – Sponsored by Brightside
Best Rosé Wine – Sponsored by Paramount Marketplace
Best Australian and International Sparkling Wine – Sponsored by Paramount Marketplace
Best Champagne- Sponsored by Brightside
Best Dessert and Fortified Wine – Sponsored by Brightside
Best Australian Winery – Sponsored by ALM
Spirits Awards
Best Non-Alcoholic Product – Sponsored by Drinkswise
Best Dark Spirit up to $84.99 – Sponsored by ILG
Best Light Spirit up to $79.99 – Sponsored by Brightside
Best Luxury Dark Spirits over $85 – Sponsored by Paramount Connect
Best Luxury Light Spirits over $80 – Sponsored by Brightside
Liqueurs
Best Dark RTD/RTS- Sponsored by National Liquor News
Best Light RTD/RTS – Sponsored by ILG
Best Liqueurs – Sponsored by Bars and Clubs
Best Australian Distillery – Sponsored by The Shout
ON-PREMISE AWARDS
Best New Bar – Sponsored by Iconic Spirits – Papa Salt
Best Sports Venue – Sponsored by Stan
Best Gaming Venue – Sponsored by Australian Hotelier
Best Live Music Venue – Sponsored by Gravity
Best Rum Bar – Sponsored by Bars and Clubs
Best Tequila Bar – Sponsored by Agave Luxe
Best Gin Bar – Sponsored by Manly Spirits
Best Whiskey Bar- Sponsored by ALM
Best Food Menu – Sponsored by Stan
Best Beer List – Sponsored by Better Beer
Best Wine List – Sponsored by TWE
Best Cocktail List – Sponsored by The Shout
Best No-Low Alcohol Product (on-trade) – Sponsored by Drinkswise
Best Mixer – Sponsored by Hickson House Oyster Shell Gin
Best Draught Product – Sponsored by Paramount Liquor
Best On-Premise Spirit/Liqueur – Sponsored by Australian Hotelier
Best Bar Owner – Sponsored by Bars and Clubs
Best Bar Team – Sponsored by Bacardi
Best Brand Ambassador – Bars and Clubs
MAJOR AWARDS
Best New Product – Sponsored by The Shout
Best Liquor Brand – Sponsored by National Liquor News
Best Bartender – Sponsored by Southtrade
Best Publican – Sponsored by Lion
Best Bar – Sponsored by Proof Drinks – Cazcabel
Best Hotel – Sponsored by Beam Suntory
Best Hotel Group Operator – Sponsored by Entain Venues
Best Bar Group Operator – Sponsored by Casella Family Brands – 36 South
Best Online Liquor Retailer – Sponsored by Thirsty Group/Baxter Vodka
Best Liquor Retail Manager – Sponsored by National Liquor News
Best Retail Banner Group – Sponsored by Asahi CUB
Best Liquor Store – Sponsored by Southtrade
Best Wholesaler or Distributor – Sponsored by Food & Beverage Media
Best On-Premise Liquor Supplier – Sponsored by Australian Hotelier, Bars and Clubs
Best Off-Premise Supplier – Sponsored by National Liquor News, The Shout