VinePair

DECEMBER 24, 2024

But there are many other whiskey cocktails, many with historic roots, that have enjoyed a quiet revival along with the boom of craft cocktail culture. Whether spirit-forward, sweet, sour, or herbaceous, these unsung cocktails come in countless guises. Lauren Killian, bar manager, Smoked , Columbia, S.C.

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Chilled Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

Her journey in the industry began while studying art in New York, where she discovered her passion for hospitality while working at bars. she gained her first Michelin-star experience at Rose’s Luxury, where she found an outlet for her creativity in crafting cocktails. Upon returning to D.C.,

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 23, 2024

And who better to point you in the right direction than those leading the charge on Paris’ increasingly notable cocktail culture? We tapped some of the city’s most talented hospitality pros for their recommendations on where to find Paris’ Olympians of mixology. “It’s a tiny and busy bar,” notes Noirbusson.

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Imbibe Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Donohue notes that the beer scene has matured considerably, but the city’s craft cocktails are still in their infancy, though the enthusiasm is there. In addition to an expansive whiskey collection, Uisce also preserved its original, custom-made mahogany bar.

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A Bar Above

DECEMBER 21, 2023

We here at A Bar Above obviously love cocktails– as do you, I’m sure, since you’re on this site. Plus, for those of us in the hospitality industry, offering a thoughtfully-crafted, non-alcoholic option for guests who are not drinking alcohol– for whatever reason– is just excellent service and good business.

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 17, 2024

Since publishing his first video in 2017 (on the quintessential Gimlet , of course), DiMonriva’s passion for cocktail culture and scholarship have helped turn The Educated Barfly into a fountain of behind-the-bar knowledge. At the time [around 2007], it was really difficult to get a bar job. You really had to know somebody.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 3, 2023

When you talk to someone in the bar or booze industry about “Hey Bartender,” Douglas Tirola’s 2013 documentary chronicling the 21st century rebirth and rise of the American cocktail scene, one specific quote from the film is likely to be mentioned. bar owner seeking to survive the shifting tides of the business.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As a second-generation Japanese-American who spent her summers visiting her family outside of Tokyo, Kira Webster has been bringing the flavors of Japan to the bars and restaurants of St. at Bar Goto Niban in Brooklyn, NY. The post BevX 2023: How Kira Webster is Raising the Bar appeared first on Cheers.

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VinePair

AUGUST 27, 2024

I’d been brought on as a waiter, but the seasoned bar staff, mostly primadonnas who conscientiously objected to daytime bartending, refused to work lunch. Bartending in most modern restaurants and craft cocktail bars has become considerably more knowledge-intensive, and consumers are more educated about mixology.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The Bartender: Simon Banks Cocktail: Fortune Teller Simon Banks introduction to bartending began at a dive bar in Louisville, but working in Denvers burgeoning craft cocktail scene in 2014 further cemented his interest. The Bartender: Devin Ballard Cocktail: Oguns Blessing For native Washington, D.C.,

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VinePair

MARCH 18, 2025

The data may make the whiskey snob in your life roll their eyes, but it makes sense from a cocktail perspective. Vodka provides the backbone for several popular mixed drinks like the Moscow Mule , the Vodka Martini , and the Cosmopolitan , so its an essential tool for the bar. Its a really great vodka! Distilled in Bloomington, Ind.,

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VinePair

MARCH 19, 2024

You’ll see an $11 Adios M *r on the menu painted on the wall next to its room-length bar, touting ingredients like overproof rum and navy-strength gin. Belly up to the bar, and you may spot a black wooden message board trumpeting the blue Powerade they have on a soda gun. It’s also OK to have fun behind the bar again.

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Australian Bartender

MAY 28, 2024

Upon entering through a monogrammed red door, guests are transported to an old dressing room filled with vintage decor, leading to a secret bar area adorned with Victorian furniture and a gleaming copper-topped bar.

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Bartender.com

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Nestled on the second floor of a historic building that once housed the Avenue Downey movie theater of the 1950s, Kuduowl emerges as a sanctuary of craft cocktails and culinary delight. Kuduowl is more than just a bar; it is a vibrant tapestry woven from years of dedication to hospitality.

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Australian Bartender

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

A new generation of passionate bartenders is emerging into cocktail competitions and bars near you. She is the manager of Bomba in Melbourne and the face and talent behind the cocktailing YouTube channel Behind the Bar. In our February edition of Bartender magazine, Cara Devine interviewed five of these personalities.

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VinePair

JANUARY 9, 2024

A colleague, my wife, and I were leaving Baba au Rum, one of the oldest of the new breed of craft cocktail bars in Athens, with the idea of heading to The Bar in Front of the Bar, another leading saloon. Between Baba au Rum and The Bar in Front of the Bar, we had traveled all of 400 meters.

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Cheers

JULY 19, 2024

So when the summer’s hottest pickleball event, the Beer City Open Pickleball Championships , returned to Grand Rapids, MI, from July 9-14, historic downtown hotel Amway Grand Plaza offered several signature pickleball-inspired craft cocktails.

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Australian Bartender

APRIL 3, 2024

Since opening its doors in 2013, this rooftop agave bar and restaurant has been delighting diners with its unique blend of Mexican flavours and Melbourne flair. The bar at Mesa Verde boasts one of Australia’s largest collections of agave spirits, inviting guests to explore the diverse world of tequila and mezcal.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 8, 2023

It also has a Wine, Beverage and Hospitality concentration in its Bachelor’s program, which has sent dozens of graduates specializing in beverage operations out into the industry. The restaurants feature craft cocktail lists as well as innovative wine programs. 5-Day program every winter.

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Chilled Magazine

APRIL 3, 2024

Strong Water, founded by Ying Chang and Robert Adamson, is a nautical-themed restaurant and bar in Anaheim, CA. Ying and Robert’s journey began in the corporate world, but they soon realized they shared a passion for hospitality industry. As for essential tiki-style drinks for any bar menu, the Mai Tai stands out as a prime choice.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

You somehow gain access to the exclusive discotheque and, after sweating with your fellow clubbers for a few songs, you make your way over to the bar. The bartender thrusts a Hulk green cocktail into your hands and you take a sip, allowing the melon-flavored concoction to wash over your taste buds. What is this?”

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PubClub

JUNE 11, 2024

The town has always been known for its serene landscapes and vibrant arts scene, but Ubud’s bar scene has recently significantly transformed. According to recent statistics, tourism in Ubud has grown by 15% in 2024 , significantly boosting the local economy and fostering a more vibrant hospitality industry.

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VinePair

APRIL 2, 2024

But these days he can’t spend more than a few hours at a time behind the bar before needing to be relieved. His decades-long battle with chronic pain didn’t result from a freak accident or a sports injury; it’s the result of over two decades of bartending in craft cocktail bars across the country.

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Bartender.com

JANUARY 19, 2024

Featured Bar: January 2024 Romeo’s East Village, NYC Romeo’s, a retro-style neon cocktail den located at 118 St Mark’s Place, is the newest addition to the East Village’s vibrant scene. Drawing inspiration from texture, temperature, and color, Evan’s approach to crafting cocktails is meticulous.

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VinePair

JUNE 18, 2024

And it’s ridiculous — it’s obnoxious,” says Kate Gerwin, owner of Happy Accidents Bar in Albuquerque, N.M. Gerwin laments that when a technique becomes popular, bartenders can run wild with it, without considering how it will improve or change a cocktail. What can mess up a Margarita? Clarifying it.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 17, 2024

There’s co-founder of iconic San Diego bars Polite Provisions and Raised by Wolves, owner of cocktail bar-dive bar hybrid Gilly’s House of Cocktails, and brand ambassador. The bar itself was born in 1968 as a neighborhood dive called Gil’s. This feature is part of our 2024 Next Wave Awards.

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Australian Bartender

JUNE 24, 2024

She is the co-owner of Goodwater in Melbourne and the face and talent behind the cocktailing YouTube channel Behind the Bar. It’s a pretty well-known drink that retained reasonable popularity even through the cocktail dark ages. That same man was also involved with the Merchant Coffee House, which, despite the name, was a bar.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 18, 2024

The distillery is also home to the Bardstown Bourbon Company Kitchen & Bar, which offers a variety of meals inspired by both Kentucky classics and global cuisine. At this venue, whiskey lovers can enjoy interactive education experiences using augmented reality, once-in-a-lifetime whiskey tastings, and sipping craft cocktails.

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Australian Bartender

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Casa Esquina is latest venue from Atticus Hospitality, renowned for such beloved establishments as Paddington’s Tequila Mockingbird and Sydney CBD’s Esteban. Additionally, they honed their craft amidst the Australian outback, mastering the art of open-flame cooking, often crafting menu delights around a campfire.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

“It’s an opportunity to show that vodka is truly an agricultural product and has been for hundreds of years, but most people don’t tend to look at it from that angle,” adds Patrick Amice, Barr Hill’s general manager of hospitality operations. Intentionally creating a vodka with a sense of place can have a lot of power.

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Bartender.com

AUGUST 15, 2024

Luis Florez’s journey from Colombia to the bustling bar scene in Massachusetts is nothing short of inspiring. His story is one of dedication, continuous learning, and a relentless pursuit of excellence in the world of hospitality. What people have to say about Luis’ cocktails: Maria T.:

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PubClub

MARCH 19, 2024

In the bustling world of hospitality, bartenders play a pivotal role, crafting not just drinks but experiences that keep patrons returning to the bar. Proficiency in Mixology At the heart of bartending is mixology – the science and art of crafting cocktails.

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Dry Atlas

DECEMBER 19, 2023

What if I could have stayed out and bought rounds of drinks like I always did with my friends, but with a well-crafted cocktail in hand, not an inferior mocktail? Second, they like our focus on hospitality and solving their problems while helping the bottom line of their business. What if I could easily order that?

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Tales of the Cocktail

MARCH 1, 2024

The Tales Catalyst Luncheon, formerly called the Dame Hall of Fame, is a celebration of people who have made unique and lasting contributions to the global hospitality industry. Tara Fougner is the co-founder and CEO of Thirsty, with over 20 years of experience in various capacities in the bar and beverage industry.

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SevenRooms

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Exciting nightlife : From craft cocktails in the hotel bar to a popular local band in the hotel restaurant, show guests they don’t have to leave to have a good time. For the hospitality industry, this could be a menu, waitlist or online reservations page.

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VinePair

MAY 28, 2025

They are also towns where, for the longest time, craft cocktails were tough to find. Suburban craft cocktail programs are on the rise. These glimpses could spark curiosity in exploring craft cocktails if they grab a drink after work or before a night at the theater. They carry a unique sense of civic pride.

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Chilled Magazine

APRIL 12, 2025

Ive been bartending in DC for over five years, and every moment has fueled my passion for spirits, cocktails, and their history. My love for learning has led me to bars that focus on craft cocktails and spirits education. Their menu is stacked with timeless favorites and creative bespoke cocktails, all made with care.

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