Renato Tonelli's Winning Bartender Journey
Renato Tonelli's path to becoming the 2023 World Class U.S. Bartender of the Year was not a straightforward one. He honed his craft globally, working in Rome, Brussels, and Melbourne before returning to his hometown of New York City. Tonelli's demonstration of unparalleled hospitality and creativity earned him the honor of representing the U.S. at the Global Finals in Sāo Paolo, Brazil this fall.
The World Class US Finals, hosted in Austin, TX, was a prestigious competition where the best bartenders across the country competed in three challenges over two days. Tonelli's skilled and thoughtful approach to the competition allowed him to emerge victorious. Readers can now try their hand at Tonelli's winning recipes, including the Market Sangria and Urban Garden cocktails.
