
From Rhodes to Syros and Athens, Planteray Rum's Tropical Week 2026 brings together bartending professionals for a week dedicated to knowledge, creativity, and modern rum culture.
Masterclasses, guest shifts and signature serves with Vincent Ballu, Babis Kaidalidis and Zachos Kyritsis travel to some of the country's most vibrant summer destinations, creating a series of events that connect education, hospitality, and modern cocktail culture.
With over 600 participating bars internationally last year, Tropical Week has evolved into one of the most significant rum-focused events on the global bar scene, highlighting the creativity behind the bar and the philosophy of Planteray Rum.
Masterclass — 13:00
Vincent Ballu & Babis Kaidalidis
Guest Shift — 20:00
Zachos Kyritsis
Masterclass — 13:30
Vincent Ballu
Guest Shift — 21:00
Zachos Kyritsis
Masterclass — 14:00
Vincent Ballu & Babis Kaidalidis
Masterclass — 16:00
Vincent Ballu
Guest Shift — 21:30
Zachos Kyritsis
Masterclass — 13:00
Vincent Ballu
Guest Shift @christogastrobar— 21:00
Zachos Kyritsis
Masterclass — 17:00
Vincent Ballu & Babis Kaidalidis
Guest Shift @severo_day.night — 21:00
Zachos Kyritsis
Throughout the week, participating bars will be showcasing signature serves and cocktails based on Planteray Rum, with Stiggins’ Daiquiri and Planteray Stiggins’ Fancy Pineapple Rum taking center stage in this year's experience.
Tropical Week 2026 concludes with a series of events that highlight modern rum culture and the connection between education and the bar industry, while the Athens masterclass will take place at Bar Academy, hosting professionals and bartenders who wish to explore more modern approaches to rum and cocktail creation.