Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans Celebrates Beverage Excellence with Global Cocktail Affair

Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans welcomes bar talent from around the world for a week of spirited programming, including collaborations between the Hotel's award-winning Chandelier Bar and esteemed 50 Best Bars honourees, such as BKK Social Club, ARGO, VIRTÙ, and private pop-ups from The Connaught, Champagne Bar, and Fifty Mils. Maintaining the brand’s position as a leader in beverage excellence, the Hotel will host award-winning bars and spirits to showcase their finest creations, elevating the art of mixology to new heights. With master artisans crafting each cocktail to perfection, guests are invited to indulge in an unparalleled drinking experience that tells a story with every sip.

As the buzzing energy centre of the Hotel’s beverage program, Chandelier Bar delivers best in class cocktails and is recognized by Food & Wine as a Best Hotel Bar and Esquire for its Martini of the Year. Public events in Chandelier Bar include the following:

Exímia Pop-Up | Sunday, July 21, 2024 | 3:00-7:00 pm | Sponsored by Diplomático Rum

Kick-off the cocktail extravaganza with brand-new Brazilian bar, Exímia. One of Drinks International’s Top 100 Most Influential Figures, Márcio Silva co-founded Exímia with award-winning Chef Manu Buffara to create a space that pays homage to Brazilian culture through its vibrant atmosphere, authentic cuisine, and innovative cocktails.

Four Seasons Asia Showcase | Tuesday, July 23, 2024 | 3:00-7:00 pm | Sponsored by Brown Forman

For one night only under the Chandelier guests can experience Four Seasons 50 Best Bars honourees including BKK Social Club (#3 World’s 50 Best Bars; #7 Asia’s 50 Best Bars), VIRTÙ (#11 Asia’s 50 Best Bars), ARGO (#9 Asia’s 50 Best Bars, Asia; #34 World’s 50 Best Bars), and Charles H. (#95 Asia’s 50 Best Bars).

Clemente Bar by Eleven Madison Park | Wednesday, July 24, 2024 | 2:00–6:00 pm | Sponsored by Suntory Spirits and Altamura Distilleries

Be among the first to experience Eleven Madison Park’s new cocktail bar, Clemente Bar. Once named “the Best in the World,” the three Michelin-star rated restaurant will open the “refined casual” cocktail lounge this fall. Enjoy a sneak-peak of the cutting-edge bar in the heart of New Orleans at the Chandelier Bar.  

A Toast to the Spirited Awards | Thursday, July 25, 2024 | 2:00-5:00 pm | Sponsored by Maison Perrier

Honourees for the 2024 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards, including the Hotel’s own Chandelier Bar, will gather under the Chandelier for a very special pre-awards toast with colleagues and bar icons from around the world. The Spirited Awards send-off will be set to chill beats by DJ G.

Recognizing the here-to-stay trend of zero-proof, the Hotel has teamed up with Lyre’s for a week-long Spirit-Free Hospitality Lounge on its fifth floor in Chemin à la Mer as a place to recharge, meet and discuss the increasingly important need for balance in the beverage industry. The lounge will be open Sunday, July 21 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm and Monday, July 22 through Wednesday, July 24 from 10:30 am to 2:00 pm.

This distinguished week of events aims to elevate the standard of cocktail culture, bringing together some of the most renowned names in the industry. With each meticulously crafted drink, Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans continues to set the benchmark for luxury and sophistication in the world of fine beverages. Attendees will experience a refined showcase of creativity and craftsmanship, highlighting the finest in global cocktail innovation.