Double Dutch reveals 2025 scholars
Fifteen women have been selected for the Double Dutch Female Bartending Scholarship Programme.
The scheme, which is now in its fifth year, has expanded beyond the UK for the first time this year, welcoming entrants from Belgium, the Czech Republic, Finland, China and Hungary.
This year’s scholars are:
- Isabella Namey, from The Pig Hotel (UK)
- Maria Easley, a self-employed mixologist and consultant (UK)
- Jade Rose, from the Seed Library (UK)
- Candan Ozturk, from Pircio Restaurant (UK)
- Chloe Clifford, from Rock Cof (UK)
- Rachel Matthew, from Draffens of Dundee (UK)
- Daisy Davies, from Jake’s Bar and Still Room (UK)
- Phoebe Harding, from Rockwater Hove (UK)
- Chloe Archibald, from The Big Red Teapot (UK)
- Anusha Ramsen, from Urban Pubs and Bars (UK)
- Gemma Coley, from The Bar Teignmouth (UK)
- Indiana Wonnink, from F1 Arcade London (UK)
- Radka Csernakova, from Meating Points (Czech Republic)
- Sarah Winand, from Booze ‘n Blues bar (Belgium)
- Roxanne Van Driessche, a self-employed chef (Belgium)
Csernakova said: “I view this bartending scholarship programme as a great opportunity to learn new skills, grow in the industry and meet other professionals. As a woman in bartending, I want to be part of a community that uplifts others and is supportive to everyone equally.
“Working in a whisky bar, it is a field dominated by men and finding fellow women bartenders is rare. This has made me even more determined to sharpen my skills and build my confidence. I want to prove that knowledge, creativity, and passion matter more than stereotypes. Being part of a supportive community of women in the industry would be incredibly valuable.”
The eight-week mentoring scheme will cover topics including drinks education, personal and professional growth, as well as in-person experiences such as distillery visits at London’s Doghouse Distillery and bar training to build confidence behind the bar.
Rose added: “I often feel somewhat lost when networking – most times it can feel isolating, and so to be surrounded by like-minded individuals who can aid developmental growth and give knowledge to women to help us find our feet, and again confidence, is something I strive for.
“My goals for this programme would be to focus on spirit, brand and educational knowledge, networking and looking for ways to boost experience for all those who come to experience my hospitality in the bar I work in. To find a community of women supporting women is admirable to me.”
Confirmed mentors for 2025 include Anna Sebastian, founder of Celebrate Her and Anna Sebastian Hospitality; Kaitlin Wilkes, founder of The Ada Coleman Project; Imme Ermgassen, co-founder of Botivo; Alexa Farrow, brand advocacy manager at Hayman’s Gin; and Ceri Walden, sales director at the East London Liquor Company.
Double Dutch co-founder Raissa de Haas said: “We’re incredibly excited to welcome this new cohort of female talent into the Double Dutch Female Bartending Scholarship Programme.
“Every year, we see the impact that mentorship, training, and industry support can have on aspiring women in hospitality, and this year is no different.
“With an amazing group of scholars and an inspiring lineup of mentors and workshops, we can’t wait to see how they grow, develop, and help shape the future of the drinks industry.”
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