Grant Sceney

Grant Sceney

Botanist Bar - Vancouver, Canada

Grant Sceney is a globally respected Creative Beverage Director and one of North America’s leading voices in modern cocktail culture. Originally from Melbourne, Australia, Grant rose through the ranks at Fairmont Pacific Rim and Botanist, where he now leads beverage strategy, cocktail innovation, and bar design with a focus on creativity, precision, and guest experience. A World Class Canada Bartender of the Year and Vancouver Magazine Bartender of the Year, his work has helped place Botanist among the world’s most influential bars, earning international acclaim from Condé Nast Traveller, Pinnacle Guide, Tales of the Cocktail, and a coveted spot on North America’s 50 Best Bars for four consecutive years (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025). Known for pushing boundaries while setting new standards, Grant continues to shape the future of bartending through thoughtful leadership, inspired teams, and drinks that resonate far beyond the bar.

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