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.

BUFFALO TRACE

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STONE & WOOD

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 FINALISTS,

good luck and we can’t wait to see you on the night.

To find out who wins, secure your ticket to ALIA, book your tickets NOW

OFF-PREMISE AWARDS

Beer & Cider Awards

Full Strength Beer – Sponsored by ILG
Mid & Low Strength Beer – Sponsored by Drink wise
Premium Domestic – Sponsored by Brightside
Premium International
Mainstream Craft
Independent Craft – Sponsored by Paramount Marketplace 
Cider
Best Australian Brewery

Wine Awards

Red Wine – $14.99 and Under – Sponsored by ILG
Red Wine – $15 to $34.99
Red Wine – $35 and Over
White Wine – $14.99 and Under
White Wine – $15 to $34.99 – Sponsored by ILG
White Wine – $35 and Over – Sponsored by Brightside
Rose Wine
Australian and International Sparkling Wine – Sponsored by Paramount Marketplace
Champagne – Sponsored by Brightside
Dessert and Fortified Wine
Best Australian Winery

Spirits Awards

Best Non-Alcoholic Product – Sponsored by Drinkswise
Dark Spirit up to $84.99 – Sponsored by ILG
Light Spirit up to $79.99 – Sponsored by Brightside
Luxury Dark Spirits over $85 – Sponsored by Paramount Connect
Luxury Light Spirits over $80 – Sponsored by Brightside
Liqueurs
Dark RTD/RTS 
Light RTD/RTS – Sponsored by ILG
Best Australian Distillery

ON-PREMISE AWARDS

Best New Venue or Concept
Best New Bar – Sponsored by ICONIC
Best Sports Venue
Best Gaming Venue
Best Food Menu – Sponsored by Stan
Best Live Music Venue – Sponsored by Gravity
Bar Manager of the Year – Sponsored by Pernod Ricard
Bar Team of the Year – Sponsored by Bacardi
Brand Ambassador of the Year
Rum Bar of the Year
Tequila Bar of the Year – Sponsored by Agave Lux
Gin Bar of the Year – Sponsored by Manly Spirits
Whisk(E)Y Bar of the Year – Sponsored by ALM
Best No-Low Alcohol Product (on-trade) – Sponsored by Drinkswise
Best Mixer
Best Draught Product – Sponsored by Paramount Liquor
Best On-Premise Spirit/Liqueur
Best Beer List – Sponsored by Better Beer
Best Wine List – TWE
Best Cocktail List – Archie Rose

MAJOR AWARDS

Bartender of the Year – Sponsored by Southtrade
Publican of the Year – Sponsored by Lion
Bar of the Year – Sponsored by Vanguard Luxury Brands
Hotel of the Year – Sponsored by Beam Suntory
Hotel Group Operator of the Year – Sponsored by Entain Venues
Bar Group Operator of the Year
New Product of the Year
Liquor Brand of the Year
Best Online Liquor Retailer – Sponsored by Thirsty Group/Baxter Vodka
Best Liquor Retail Manager
Retail Banner Group of the Year – Sponsored by Asahi CUB
Liquor Store of the Year – Sponsored by Southtrade 
On-Premise Liquor Supplier of the Year – Sponsored by Australian Hotelier, Bars and Clubs, The Shout
Off-Premise Supplier of the Year – Sponsored by National Liquor News, The Shout