Chef Emanuele ‘Lele’ Mensah at Lyaness (Bar)

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About Chef Emanuele ‘Lele’ Mensah

Emanuele 'Lele' Mensah is an award-winning bartender based in London, recognized for his innovative approach to mixology. Originally from Ghana and raised in Italy, he has achieved global recognition, including winning Diageo World Class GB and placing among the top 3 at the World Class Global Finals. His work emphasizes thoughtful flavor, balance, storytelling, and sustainability in cocktail creation. He has also authored four books on mixology.

★Awards & Recognition

★Diageo World Class GB Winner (2025)★World Class Global Finals - Top 3 (2025)★World Class GB - Top 3 (2023)★World Class GB - Top 3 (2024)★The World's 50 Best Bars (for Connaught … (N/A)★The World's 50 Best Bars (for Lyaness) (N/A)

Chef Timeline

Pre-2023

Worked at world-renowned bars

Connaught Bar, Lyaness

Both bars are featured on The World's 50 Best Bars list.

2023

Placed in Top 3 at World Class GB

2024

Placed in Top 3 at World Class GB

2025

Won Diageo World Class GB

Represented the United Kingdom in the global finals.

2025

Finished among Top 3 bartenders globally

Achieved this at the World Class Global Finals in Toronto.

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Key Information

Emanuele 'Lele' Mensah is an award-winning bartender based in London, recognized for his innovative approach to mixology. Originally from Ghana and raised in Italy, he has achieved global recognition, including winning Diageo World Class GB and placing among the top 3 at the World Class Global Finals. His work emphasizes thoughtful flavor, balance, storytelling, and sustainability in cocktail creation. He has also authored four books on mixology.

Cuisine Highlights

Modern MixologyFlavor BalanceSustainable Drinks

News

Global Bartending announced Emanuele 'Lele' Mensah as the winner of Diageo World Class GB 2025 and 3rd in the Global Finals, welcoming him into their Global Talent Collective. The announcement highlighted his journey through the competition and his philosophy on modern mixology.

Restaurants by chef

Connaught Bar (bar), Lyaness (bar)

Additional Details

Lele Mensah's background includes being originally from Ghana and growing up in Italy, which likely influences his unique perspective on flavors and ingredients. He is known for focusing on accessibility, sustainability, and emotional connection in his drinks, demonstrating that significant meaning can be derived from fewer ingredients. He operates a platform called 'Cocktails with Lele' and has represented the United Kingdom in international bartending competitions. He has authored four books.

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