New Zealander Avril Maxwell has been named the 2009 Stella Artois® World Draught Master in the 13th annual event held in New York on October 29.

Representing New Zealand by competing against 32 countries Avril managed to perfect each step in the 9 part pouring ritual and was judged on her precision, technique and presentation skill by a panel of international judges.

The competition was fierce, with a record number of contestants from all around the world vying for the top honor at the World Draught Master Championship, which was held at one of New Yorks most famous buildings on 5th Avenue, The New York Public Library. (less info)