Toronto, get ready—Italy is taking over your cocktail scene. From October 6 to 12, 2025, the first-ever Italian Cocktail Revolution, presented by the Italian Trade Agency Toronto, is shaking up the city with an entire week dedicated to Italy’s world-class spirits and timeless drinking culture.
The celebration kicks off on October 6 and 7 with two special masterclasses at the Fairmont Royal York, led by award-winning Canadian mixologist James Grant, alongside guest experts from Toronto and Italy—including the head bartender of Florence’s Locale Firenze, ranked among the World’s 50 Best Bars in 2025. These sessions dive deep into Italian cocktail traditions, techniques, and the distinct flavours of premium Italian spirits.
Then, from October 7-12, the party moves across the city as ten of Toronto’s best cocktail bars unveil Italian-inspired menus created just for this event. Each bar has partnered with a premium Italian spirit crafting signature drinks that bring a taste of Italy into every glass. Think reimagined classics, bold new creations, and the kind of cocktail craftsmanship that lingers long after the last sip.
Whether you’re a Negroni devotee, an Aperitivo lover, or just curious to try something new, this is your chance to experience Italy’s finest spirits in the hands of Toronto’s most creative bartenders. Visit one bar, or plan your own Italian cocktail crawl and see how each spirit is celebrated across the city.
Where to Drink by Bar and Brand:
- Bar Mordecai – Nonino
- Mother – Crucolo
- Library Bar – Favignana Gin
- No Vacancy – Caffo
- Civil Works – Cocchi
- Crybaby – Luxardo
- Cocktail Bar – Compagnia dei Caraibi
- Gift Shop – Poli
- Vinoteca Pompette – Rupes
- Clockwork – Varnelli
Italian Cocktail Revolution runs October 6-12, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to sip, savour, and celebrate Italy’s best spirits right here in Toronto.
