John Ng

Wine and spirits Director at Tasting Kitchen

John Ng is Wine & Spirits Director at Tasting Kitchen (TK) Media Group and The World’s 50 Best Bars Academy Chair for China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macau. Based in Hong Kong, his career spans luxury hospitality, bartending, beverage consulting, brand development, and fine wine and spirits, including previous roles as Director of Spirits at Acker and Asia Pacific Brand Ambassador for Michter’s Distillery. A recognized figure in Asia’s drinks industry, John brings extensive knowledge of premium spirits, consumer trends, brand positioning and the evolving bar and hospitality landscape across the region.

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