The 2025 edition of North America's 50 Best Bars was celebrated in Vancouver, recognizing excellence in mixology with the Handshake Speakeasy from Mexico City taking top honors again. Co-founder Rodrigo Urraca expressed surprise and gratitude for the award, particularly acknowledging the teamâs effort in creating innovative cocktails. Bar director Eric van Beek highlighted the responsibility that comes with winning, focusing on humility and dedication to the craft. The venue merges Prohibition-era design with modern molecular mixology, emphasizing local ingredients in their cocktail offerings.
âWinning this award was a dream, we were not expecting to be number one again,â co-founder Rodrigo Urraca told Travel + Leisure. âWe are all incredibly happy. Thank you to the people who believe in us, who vote for us...â
âRight now, we have a big responsibility-towards the team, to work, and as an example to set for all,â added bar director Eric van Beek about the commitment that comes with winning.
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