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Porvoo: Finland in a nutshell
A miniature microcosm of the country, Porvoo is well worth a visit: Just a 50-kilometer drive from...
The Falstaff Bar Guide 2026: The best Cocktails in Finland
Falstaff is very proud to present its Bar Guide 2026 for Finland, naming the very best in the country!
As a first for its renowned annual Bar Guide, Falstaff is proud to present the very best Finland has to offer! With numerous fantastic establishments to be found, our expert jury was happy to celebrate the full spectrum of what the Finnish cocktail scene has to offer.
Our Bar Guide seeks to honor both the amazing achievements of bartenders and mixologists, and inspire discerning drinkers to discover some of the world's finest establishments.
The Best of the Best: The Top 3 Bars in Finland
At Bar Mate, everything revolves around sparkling drinks. The bar specializes in masterfully prepared highballs and combines its own sparkling creations with tasty snacks and a...
Pieni Roobertinkatu 9
00130 Helsinki
Finland
00130 Helsinki
Finland
This elegant cocktail bar sets the standard for Finnish hospitality. As a sister venue to The Bull and The Firm restaurant, it offers a more intimate, cocktail-focused experience....
Pääskylänrinne 2
00500 Helsinki
Finland
00500 Helsinki
Finland
Best Hotel Bar – Kupoli, NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa
© NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa
Crowning the NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa Hotel, Kupoli dazzles with architectural grace and sweeping skyline views. Inside its majestic dome, Nordic refinement meets international flair in an atmosphere of serene sophistication. Every cocktail tells a story of place – celebrating northern ingredients with meticulous attention to detail. From concept to service, Kupoli is the height of Finnish elegance: poised, luminous, and unforgettable.
Best American Bar – The Firm
© Silja Minkkinen
Stylish yet approachable, The Firm has redefined Helsinki’s cocktail culture. Sharing ownership with The Bull and The Firm, it offers a cozy, cocktail-centric escape where precision meets personality. Behind the bar, a skilled team conducts the evening with effortless rhythm, blending fine craftsmanship and genuine warmth. With its polished design, inventive drinks, and inviting energy, The Firm captures the essence of contemporary Finnish hospitality – confident, relaxed, and refreshingly modern.
Best Newcomer – Eemeli Häyrynen, Hogohuone
© Mikko Laitinen
A storyteller at heart, Eemeli Häyrynen brings charisma, precision, and purpose to Hogohuone. After helping launch Kupoli, he now channels his artistic background into creating memorable experiences. Passionate about sustainability, he has adopted zero-waste methods and foraging with almost scholarly enthusiasm, weaving nature into every glass. Thoughtful, expressive, and deeply rooted in Nordic culture, Häyrynen is an emerging talent whose journey is just beginning.
Bartender of the Year – Mika Ammunét, Bar Mate
© Henri Hyokyvirta
A visionary of Finnish mixology, Mika Ammunét continues to push the boundaries of flavor and sustainability. After winning World Class Finland 2021 and placing sixth globally, he founded Bar Mate, pioneering draft carbonated cocktails and a low-waste ethos. His approach fuses technical mastery with an inventive flair, crafting drinks that are both refined and novel. Warm, curious, and endlessly creative, Ammunét has become a defining voice in Finland’s evolving cocktail landscape.
