Exmouth-based cocktail company Bar Buoy is celebrating after being named “Drink Brand of the Year” at the prestigious Food Lifestyle Awards 2025, held in Bristol. The awards champion the South West’s best independent food and drink businesses, and what makes this recognition especially meaningful is that the results are decided entirely by public vote.
Co-founder Tim Ball said: “We’re genuinely blown away to have won. This award isn’t about writing a polished entry — it’s down to people taking the time to vote for us, and that makes it incredibly special. We’re so grateful to our customers, stockists, friends and family who’ve supported Bar Buoy along the way.”
Founded in 2020 by husband-and-wife team Tim and Ria Ball, Bar Buoy creates premium ready-to-serve bottled and canned cocktails, crafted with the very best spirits and ingredients in partnership with local distilleries and producers.
Each drink is designed to capture the taste of the coast, inspired by the Devonshire coastline. Tim added: “This recognition also shines a light on our amazing spirit partners and the quality ingredients we use. Their passion and craftsmanship are at the heart of every Bar Buoy cocktail, so this award celebrates them too.”
Bar Buoy’s win places them among a host of inspiring independent food and drink businesses from across the South West, all recognised for their creativity, quality and commitment to excellence.
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