VinePair

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Bartenders can simplify this process, which makes perfect sense. After all, they tend to enjoy educating curious customers about the new labels hanging out on their back bars. With that in mind, we asked 11 bartenders what new bourbons have found a home at their watering holes. Great for shaken and stirred drinks, it’s 115.1

Bartender 116

Bartender Bartending Bar Head Bartender 116

VinePair

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Or, if I’m really pressed for time, I can just tell them to go to the best kept secret in the New York bar scene and say: Eleven Madison Park. The kicker: while you can make a reservation for the bar, they even hold space for walk-ins. The drink isn’t bad , it just lacks the nuance and sophistication of the output of Clemente Bar.

Bar 105

Bar Simple Syrup Highball Head Bartender 105

VinePair

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Shots are the bar scene’s greatest equalizer. It doesn’t matter if you’re in a fancy craft cocktail spot serving $20 Negroni riffs or a seedy dive bar with sticky floors and the faint smell of urine wafting through the air: Shot glasses are always on hand, waiting to be filled. Of course, some shots are more popular than others.

Bartender 105

Bartender Bartending Head Bartender Bar Management 105

VinePair

MARCH 26, 2024

If your home bar shows a conspicuous absence of rum despite an affinity for Daiquiris, then you’ve come to the right place. Seeking the best rums for cocktails, we asked bartenders around the world for their go-to bottles behind the bar. Fionna Gemzon, bar manager, None of the Above , St. Volcanique.

Rum 105

Rum Bartender Bartending Head Bartender 105

VinePair

JANUARY 18, 2024

Nikolas Vagenas, bar director and co-owner, Mr. Melo , Williamsburg, N.Y. Melissa Romanos, general manager and beverage director, Atlántico , Boston “A few that come to mind immediately are Old Grand Dad 114 Bourbon, Old Forester 100 Rye, Redbreast 12 Year, and Glenfarclas 12 Year. Larceny Small Batch is a great underrated whiskey.

Bartender 126

Bartender Bartending Whiskey Head Bartender 126

VinePair

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Skilled bartenders can identify these singular properties and use them to their advantage. But which brands are beloved behind the bar? To find out, we asked 14 bartenders what vodka they prefer to use in their drinks. Matt Bazcor, bar manager, Annette and Traveling Mercies , Aurora, Colo. “I

Vodka 98

Vodka Bartender Bartending Head Bartender 98

VinePair

AUGUST 14, 2024

Albert Beltran, bar manager, Wayfare Tavern , San Francisco “Whenever you’re at a loss for what to drink and just want something light and refreshing, look no further than a white vermouth and soda. ” —John Ware, bar director, Forsythia , NYC “Put your faith in the cultures that have perfected summer.

Bartender 97

Bartender Bartending Bar Management Bar Manager 97

VinePair

APRIL 23, 2024

Juel Triggs, bar manager, Eight & Sand at Central Station Hotel , Memphis, Tenn. Doug Kazley, bar manager, Ambli Global, Denver “Easy: Medley Bros. Bar Lesieur uses this in its Bourbon Beurre Blanc cocktail.” Bar Lesieur uses this in its Bourbon Beurre Blanc cocktail.” Bourbon 102 Proof.

Bartender 119

Bartender Bartending Bar Management Bar Manager 119

VinePair

JULY 9, 2024

But as exciting as a fresh, shiny expression of tequila can be, there’s nothing as reliable as the familiar standby that always has a spot on your bar. That’s why we asked 14 bartenders to share their own go-to tequilas, both behind the stick and on their home bar carts. Here’s what they said. Tequila Ocho Plata.

Tequila 105

Tequila Bartender Bartending Head Bartender 105

Bar Magazine

JANUARY 14, 2025

The American Bars new menu, Liquid Moments, distils 135 years of cherished memories at The Savoy into a collection of signature cocktails. Each cocktail reflects a unique chapter of the hotels legacy, inviting guests to celebrate 135 years of glamour and innovation, as well as their own cherished experiences at the American Bar.

Bar 52

Bar Bar Management Bar Manager Head Bartender 52

VinePair

JUNE 11, 2024

The Brooklyn-based distillery was started by a couple of New York bartenders looking to bring a bartender-friendly and cost-effective spirit to the market. Mike Lam, head bartender, The Bar Downstairs and Kitchen , NYC “Eagle Rare 10 Year is always a go-to for me.

Bartender 116

Bartender Bartending Head Bartender Whiskey 116

VinePair

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

At one of my favorite bars in the world, the proprietor and head bartender posts a calendar to social media at the start of each month to share its upcoming schedule and indicate which days the bar will be closed. For bar owners, determining whether or not to take a guest shift is a classic case of risk versus reward.

Bartender 98

Bartender Bartending Head Bartender Bar 98

VinePair

MAY 7, 2024

It may be tempting to plunk down gobs of cash for these offerings, especially since they may turn heads when displayed on a home bar, but they will likely transform into dust magnets if they hold lousy juice. Fionna Gemzon, bar manager, None of the Above , St. Louis “ Cayéya Blanco Tequila.

Tequila 111

Tequila Bartender Bartending Speed Rack 111

VinePair

MAY 9, 2024

Fionna Gemzon, bar manager, None of The Above , St. Amber Garcia, bar manager, Tana , Metarie, La. Not every bar has the technology to do this one right, but if you’re drinking somewhere with really fresh juice and a good syrup program, it’s a great deep cut to call. Louis “The Siesta!

Tequila 98

Tequila Speed Rack Bartender Bartending 98

The Cocktail Lovers

MARCH 25, 2024

Their new, much-needed initiative is named after and inspired by the first woman to take up the position of Head Bartender at the American Bar at The Savoy Hotel, the incredible Ada Coleman. Launching April 30th, The Ada Coleman Project is a dedicated digital space to empower women+ working in hospitality.

Hospitality 115

Hospitality Promoter Promotion Bartender 115

Bar Magazine

MARCH 8, 2024

Oozing elegance and exclusivity, The K Bar at the Kensington Hotel is London’s next upcoming destination bar. Adrian Gonzalez Parrondo, Bar Manager of The K Bar, tells us more about West London’s hidden gem, sharing details of the team’s immaculate approach to providing guests a quality, yet home-from-home, experience.

Bar 52

Bar Head Bartender Mixology Bar Management 52

VinePair

OCTOBER 17, 2024

It’s been just over 16 years since Julie Reiner and her wife and business partner Susan Fedroff opened their award-winning bar Clover Club in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. Over the years, they experienced great success along with the humbling lessons born of frustration working with various investors and business partners.

Club 87

Club Barback Barback Head Bartender 87

VinePair

AUGUST 22, 2024

Albert Beltran, bar manager, Wayfare Tavern , San Francisco “ Old Forester 86 Proof. This is my personal go-to and I use it as the well at both bars I manage. ” —Ian Murray, bartender, Foundation Bar , Raleigh, N.C. It’s the bottle that is on my back bar at home, as well as everyone in my family.

Bartender 105

Bartender Bartending Whiskey Head Bartender 105

Cheers

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

In fact, the Bacardi Global Consumer Survey finds that the Gin & Tonic is the top bar call for 2024, beating out the Mojito at #2 and the Margarita at #3. Queen Restaurant & Lounge in Miami has noticed a gradual increase in the popularity of gin among patrons, says bar manager Karol Ansaldi.

Gin 116

Gin Infusions Bar Management Bar Manager 116

VinePair

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Suzy Critchlow, bar manager, Pascual , Washington, D.C. The label designs are works of art, so also it’s a good-looking bottle to have on your back bar.” Derrick Osbeck, bartender, Bravas Bar de Tapas , Healdsburg, Calif. Thi Nguyen, bar director, Moon Rabbit , Washington, D.C. “My Who is the mezcalero?

Bartender 101

Bartender Bartending Tequila Bar Management 101

Bartender.com

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Here are some of the judges who will participate in the 2024 Bartender Spirits Awards. EMILIANO VAZQUEZ PARRALE , Head Bartender, Moody Tongue Brewing Company, Chicago. CHRIS BARNA , Bar Manager at Proof, 2022 Top 50 US World Class 2023 Top 30 US World Class, Charleston. ANNA THORN , Bar Manager at BOKA, Chicago.

Bartender 52

Bartender Bartending Mixologist Bar Management 52

VinePair

OCTOBER 15, 2024

It’s consistent and noticeable while being a go-to for bartenders behind the bar or enjoying at home. ” —Faisal Asseri, manager, Monkey Bar at Town & Country Resort , San Diego “The answer to this question depends on what you’re looking for. At around $40 a bottle, it’s a great addition to your home bar.”

Bartender 105

Bartender Bartending Lead Bartender Whiskey 105

Bartender.com

APRIL 5, 2024

The 2024 Bartender Spirits Awards is all set to happen in May in Chicago and this year brings America’s top bartenders as judges. This celebrated award helps spirits and distilleries be noticed and become a favorite choice for bars, restaurants, clubs, and on-premise establishments within the United States. Who are the Judges?

Bartender 40

Bartender Bartending Bar Management Bar Manager 40

VinePair

JANUARY 14, 2025

Trey Sanford, bar manager, South Restaurant + Coffeehouse , Anchorage, Alaska In 2025, I think everyone should be ordering more Jungle Birds ! I can speak from experience from the time I spent learning from my director of bar and spirit logistics, Derek Cram, the best practices for force-carbonation and it was such a gift.

Bartender 126

Bartender Bartending Bar Management Bar Manager 126

Imbibe Magazine

JULY 8, 2024

Hanna Brown, Head Bartender of Agency of Record , New York City As a scotch lover, Hanna Brown gravitates toward Rob Roy variations. ” Meaghan Dorman , Bar Director of Raines Law Room and Dear Irving , New York City When making a Manhattan to wind down for the evening, Meaghan Dorman splits 1/2 oz. of Barolo Chinato.

Brandy 278

Brandy Bitters Bartender Bartending 278

VinePair

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Abraham Flota, bar manager, Prospect , San Francisco “I think both Mojitos and Espresso Martinis are universally hated by bartenders.” Colm Whelan, general manager, Desert 5 Spot New York , NYC “One drink that should be retired from cocktail menus is the Cosmopolitan. The Moscow Mule. Don’t get me wrong, I love ginger.

Bartender 98

Bartender Bartending Bar Management Bar Manager 98

VinePair

JULY 25, 2024

After placing a footed glass filled with frothy, pink liquid atop a thick marble bar, the bartender gently pours something glittery and purple over my drink from a tiny pitcher. This isn’t a trendy craft cocktail bar with mustachioed mixologists and $30 cocktails. and cultivating a generation of well-trained bartenders.

Rum 137

Rum Bartender Bartending Mixology 137

VinePair

MARCH 19, 2024

It’s the rare home bar cart that has extra space for a constant influx of new bottles, though. That’s why we asked bartenders from across the country to share the new Scotch whiskies — some new to the industry, and some new to them — that have earned a coveted spot on their bars.

Bartender 105

Bartender Bartending Bar Bar Management 105

VinePair

MAY 23, 2024

We have an 11-year Auchentoshan from them that might be the best spirit on our back bar.” Karl Goranowski, bartender/beverage director, BATA , Tucson, Ariz. Allan Camarena, head bartender, Pendry West Hollywood , Los Angeles “My favorite cocktail Scotch is the Naked Grouse from Famous Grouse.

Bartender 105

Bartender Bartending Head Bartender Highball 105

VinePair

JUNE 25, 2024

In conjunction with its high proof, Chattanooga 111’s notes of toffee, orchard fruit, and baking spices make it one of my favorite back-bar pulls for deep, rich Old Fashioneds, but it shines just as bright on a cold chunk of ice.” Evan Flynn, head bartender, Death & Co , Denver “ Wyoming Whiskey’s Double Cask Bourbon.

Bartender 111

Bartender Bartending Head Bartender Whiskey 111

VinePair

AUGUST 5, 2024

But what level of alteration is acceptable at a bar? Even though bartenders have a full arsenal of tools at their disposal, it’s not always wise to assume that they can whip up just about anything imaginable. I was running a bar in St. She said ‘delicious.’” —Brian Miller, bar manager, Stockton Inn , Stockton, N.J.

Bartender 105

Bartender Bartending Vodka Simple Syrup 105

VinePair

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

But even if it’s hard to motivate ourselves to go out to our local bar, there’s no reason not to branch out and try something new while we’re enjoying the great indoors. For inspiration, we asked bartenders and beverage professionals from across the country for their most underrated winter cocktails.

Bartender 116

Bartender Bartending Tiki Rum 116

VinePair

MAY 13, 2024

2 spot on North America’s 50 Best Bar list. Still, it’s a well drink at heart, served by an acclaimed, white-hot bar in the East Village. Ten years ago, Vodka Sodas weren’t the kind of drink you ordered at the bars that made East Village the soul of New York City’s globally influential cocktail scene. There’s a lot to unpack.

Vodka 116

Vodka Highball Bar Hospitality 116

Bartender.com

JANUARY 9, 2024

The Salty Dog’s 17 original creations are each named after a famous pirate ship, draw inspiration from classic cocktails and tropical drinks you might find at a Tiki bar and are executed with Trick Dog’s signature culinary approach. Proceeds from The Salty Dog menu ($30) will benefit The Bon Vivants Scholarship.

Bar 52

Bar Alcohol Bar Management Bar Manager 52

VinePair

JULY 16, 2024

George’s Valley Gin Empirical Spirits Doritos Nacho Cheese Banhez Destilados de Fruta BroVo Spirits Uncharted Rhapsody American Forest Liqueur Bitter Journey Bing Zhou Mijenta Cristalino Avallen Calvados “The best newly released spirit we’ve added to our bar is Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin. Evan Flynn, head bartender, Death and Co.

Bartender 122

Bartender Bartending Bar Gin 122

Bar Magazine

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Valentina, an award-winning hospitality professional, is the first female bar manager for Skyline Rooftop Bar , and one of the few across the city of Venice. Fondly dubbed the Sky Queen of Skyline bar, she brings with her many years of experience, having been with Hilton since the age of just 19.

Head Bartender 52

Head Bartender Bartender Bartending Bar 52

VinePair

MARCH 24, 2025

Every visit to your local bottle shop comes with the possibility of discovering something new to add to your home back bar. Bar professionals ask this same question whenever a brand rep swings by their space and introduces them to a bevy of new bottles to populate their back bar. This is what they had to say.

Bartender 116

Bartender Bartending Bar Whiskey 116