Fred Siggins

Fred Siggins

Fred Siggins is a freelance writer and drinks expert based in Melbourne. A 25 year veteran of the hospitality and drinks industry, Fred has worked as a chef, bartender, venue manager, brand executive and educator, including time at iconic Melbourne venues The Black Pearl and Whisky & Alement.

He has also been a spirits judge and panel chair at The Australian Distilled Spirits Awards since 2016. His writing can be found in various national and international publications including T Magazine Australia, Punch, Halliday magazine and Broadsheet Melbourne, and he is a co-owner of cocktail and whisky bar Goodwater.

Spirits focus: whisky, vodka, cane spirits, brandy, liqueurs, amaro and agave spirits.

Instagram: @thewhiskyteller

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