(Photographer: Cliff Choong)

Diageo World Class Malaysia 2014 Bartender

Full Name: Ong Wei Han
Nickname: David Hans
D.O.B.: Hometown: 04.11.1989, Kedah.
Something funny:
I have been mistaken as a Korean by many people particularly by foreign customers, without knowing the reason why. Surely you don’t have to be from Korea to be a bartender, right?
What kind of customers do you like?
I like my customers friendly and talkative especially those who share exciting stories with me. I also like customers who give me feedback.
Which part of your job do you enjoy the most?
• It fulfills my passion in creating cocktails for customers according to their mood that surprises them.
• Meeting people from all walks of life and becoming their friend whom I exchange views about culture and experiences.
What do you usually drink when you are not working?
Beer and herbal tea

Career history:
2013 – Present – The Roof, Signature Hill Lounge Bar and Restaurant - Bar Supervisor.
2013 - Circus Lounge Bar, Kuala Lumpur - Bar Supervisor
2013 - The Establishment, Kuala Lumpur - Bar Supervisor
2012 - Farquhar’s Bar, Eastern and Oriental Hotel, Penang - F&B Captain
2010 - 2012 - Farquhar’s Bar, Eastern and Oriental Hotel, Penang - Bartender
2010 - All Sports Bar, Genting Highlands Hotel - Bartender

World Class Recipes

First Challenge

Basil Greeting
Ingredients:
Tanqueray No.10 Gin
Chartreuse Yellow
Elderflower Syrup
Fresh Lemon Juice
Egg White
Basil Leaves
White Grapes

Garnish:
Basil leaf

Method:
Muddle grapes and basil in Boston Glass
Add in all ingrediants including egg white
Dry shake, add ice, shake again
Strain into glass, garnish, serve