About Petyo

Petyo Dimitrov’s journey in mixology began at the European Bartender School in London, where he found a passion that would take him around the world. From Monte Carlo to Spain, Italy, and Australia, Petyo has honed his craft in luxury hotels and stylish cocktail bars. For Petyo, bartending is not just a profession; it’s a true calling. His love for learning and meeting people from around the world is what drives him.

Inspiration

The inspiration behind ‘Salty Short’ stems from a cherished memory Petyo has of an English gentleman he met on his travels. This gentleman imparted a piece of wisdom that completely changed Petyo’s approach to gin-based cocktails:

“The best way to appreciate a gin is to pour it neat and savour it. As time passes, you’ll experience an evolution of flavours, Petyo said.”

Inspired by this advice and the unique profile of King Island’s Coastal Gin, Petyo set out to craft a cocktail that would honour and elevate the spirit.

His journey led him to Karkalla, a native Australian coastal plant that perfectly complements the gin’s mineral, salty essence. To add further depth, he incorporated two distinct preparations of organic Australian cherry tomatoes, creating a layered complexity in the drink.

To showcase the gin’s essence, Petyo curated an “orchestra of flavours and aromas”. Salty Short is Petyo’s ode to King Island Distillery’s Coastal Gin—a celebration of its terroir, where each ingredient has been carefully chosen to amplify and complement its unique character.