Imbibe Magazine

JANUARY 6, 2025

says Timothy Sullivan, pointing to the growing domestic industry, with new breweries opening regularly.Enamored by the complexity of sake, Sullivan has spent the past two decades exploring, learning, and promoting the category. But to more fully understand sake, he wanted to brew it himself, founding Den Sake Brewery in Oakland in 2017.

Sommelier

VinePair

DECEMBER 23, 2024

For bartenders, creativity brings joy. For bartenders, building non-alcoholic drinks fit for zebra striping means playing around with spirit-free ingredients, which carry slightly different weights and textures than traditional spirits. For bartenders, creativity brings joy. This leads to creativity. This leads to creativity.

Alcohol

Advanced Mixology

AUGUST 5, 2025

In the bustling atmosphere of bars, lounges, and restaurants, a bartender's responsibilities go far beyond pouring drinks and delivering cocktails with a smile. The role of the bartender or server has evolved significantly, and with that evolution comes the pressing need for proper certification.

Bar

Bartender.com

JULY 21, 2025

Some awards are for the best bartender. Fastest Barback Every bartender has a story about sending a barback for ice, limes, or—let’s be honest—emergency cigarettes. But we do not promote you to bartender. This award honors the bartender whose consumption levels would concern even Mr. Fernet himself. You smiled.

Barback

Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 4, 2025

While there are many ways to enjoy drinking shochu , bartenders are particularly captivated by the cocktail adaptability of the diverse spirit. Acclaimed bartenders Julia Momose (of Kumiko )andChristian Suzuki-Orellana (formerly of Wildhawk ) helped guide guests on how to best enjoy the spirit in different applications.

Highball

VinePair

APRIL 25, 2025

And as much as bartenders occasionally bemoan the drinks popularity, theres no denying that Espresso Martinis are both delicious and versatile. It was created in the same year (1949) by the same bartender (Gustave Tops), and bears a similar, yet slightly more decadent spec.

Liqueur

Australian Bartender

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Once a quiet, empty block, it’s now been transformed into something that stands out—a cheeky, retro-styled bar with gold-foiled pin-up girls and hand-painted signs boasting “Cold Drinks, Warm Service, and Hot Bartenders.” The heart and soul of Bar Love are two of Perth’s most loved bartenders, Pippa Canavan and Murray Walsh.

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Bar Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Taking place on 10th March , the competition returns to showcase the creativity and passion of the UKs leading bartenders. Following the great success of our past collaborations, we are eager to continue promoting the exceptional spirits of Japan, and are excited to launch the competition for its fourth year.

Aperitif

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 16, 2025

Credit: Shaker Collective A groundbreaking networking platform promises to revolutionize how bartenders, chefs, and industry professionals connect and advance their careers globally. For example, brand representatives can now gain direct access to on-trade professionals, enabling real-time feedback collection and event promotion.

Hospitality

Bar Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Learning for Life has further strengthened Springboard’s reach within diverse communities to promote opportunities to under-represented groups (including women) – while taking a person-centred approach, to ensure that we are both inclusive and tailored to individual needs.”

Hospitality

VinePair

JUNE 30, 2025

Louis’s New Society was crowned VinePair’s Best New Bartender of 2025. The day began with a bonus round in which the bartenders were tasked with creating a drink on the fly using Luxardo products, their choice of spirits from the VinePair bar, and anything they could find at the nearby Whole Foods. Even competing at all was a surprise.

Bartending

Tales of the Cocktail

JANUARY 27, 2025

Examples of past Tales Catalysts include: Lynnette Marrero (2012 Honoree) and Ivy Mix (2014 Honoree) Founders of Speed Rack, an all-female high-speed bartending competition designed to highlight emerging women and femme-identifying talent in the cocktail industry while supporting those impacted by breast cancer. Tales Catalyst U.S.

Speed Rack

Mixologists

APRIL 11, 2025

While shakers and jiggers often steal the spotlight, there's an unsung hero in the bartender's arsenal, a seemingly simple tool that plays a pivotal role in achieving liquid perfection: the bar spoon. Flat: Less frequently encountered, flat stems can offer a different style of grip that some bartenders may prefer.

Bar Spoon

Spiritz

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The Sommeliers Association of India (SAI) has introduced its official membership program, aimed at uniting professionals and enthusiasts while promoting excellence in the evolving beverage industry. Beverage professionals, including bartenders and hospitality workers, can explore networking opportunities, job listings, and industry events.

Sommelier

Mixologists

APRIL 11, 2025

Why Crystal Clear Ice Matters: Elevating Your Home Cocktails For the discerning home bartender, the pursuit of the perfect cocktail is a multifaceted endeavor, a delicate dance between premium spirits, precisely measured mixers, and the subtle artistry of presentation.

Bartending

Cheers

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

These efforts range from carrying natural and sustainably made products to no-waste cocktails to special promotions that benefit earth-friendly initiatives. For instance, hospitality and entertainment company Delaware North this past April partnered with The Bee Cause Project to promote education and awareness for the planet’s pollinators.

Alcohol

Tales of the Cocktail

JUNE 19, 2025

DEI based workforce development programs such as Turning Tables created an inclusive workplace for Bartenders and Hospitality Professionals, where the goal is for everyone to feel valued and respected. We extend grace, promote on-the-job learning, value diverse skill sets, and accommodate invisible disabilities.

Hospitality

Bar Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

For bartenders and operators looking to stay on top of trends in 2025, MONIN’s predicted trends include guilt-free indulgence, no and low alcohol options, limited time offerings and tailoring menus to different day parts. Day parts Offering a variety of drinks and promotions to drive sales throughout the day is key for all venues.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Francine Cohen wasnt a well known bartender, celebrity chef, restaurateur, or high profile brand entrepreneur. She has a knack for knowing exactly what to say to help them all communicate and learn from one another, I wrote of her ability to connect bartenders, chefs, consultants, publicity teams, spirits brands, media, and the rest.

Hospitality

VinePair

JULY 31, 2025

Troy Sidle, a veteran bartender and former partner in New York City’s Pouring Ribbons, makes a convincing case for the crew at Cocktails and Dreams — the mythical island bar from the 1988 movie “ Cocktail ” led by (fictional characters) Brian Flanagan and Doug Coughlin — as the greatest bar team ever.

Craft Cocktails

Bar Magazine

JUNE 12, 2025

Win a trip to China, represent the UK on the global stage, and discover the world’s most consumed spirit LONDON, UK, The UK Bartenders’ Guild (UKBG) has announced the launch of The NCC25: The Moutai Expedition, the official UK National Cocktail Competition 2025, in partnership with Moutai, China’s most iconic and prestigious Baijiu brand.

Mixology

The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Its an American whiskey that has proved to be a reliable, versatile, affordable sipper and a bartender’s go-to for Old Fashioneds and Manhattan cocktails. Elijah Craig Whiskey is a big name in bourbon. Its a suitably sublime flagship for the Heaven Hill Distillery where its made.

Whiskey

Imbibe Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

Armstrong Roberts/Alamy Yet American dairy groups continued to promote as much as a quart of milk each day for children. When inventor Frederick Osius brought his patented Miracle Mixer to radio personality Fred Waring, the bandleader bankrolled production and relentlessly promoted it, changing its name to the Waring Blendor.

Rum

Bar Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Promotional Period 00:01 20/12/24 23:59 06/01/25. Promoter: Britvic Soft Drinks. The Mix with Britvic platform supports venues and staff to provide over 10,000 serves during the busy festive period, through equipping bartenders with the skills and inspiration to elevate mixed drinks using Britvics vast portfolio.

Mixology

Imbibe Magazine

JULY 23, 2025

The 2025 winners have been announced following an extensive series of blind tastings from a judging panel of esteemed bartenders, distillers, and writers, including Imbibe editor Paul Clarke. Now in its fourth year, this renowned competition features the best of distillers and the spirits they craft.

Gin

Just Drinks

JULY 23, 2025

By GlobalData Learn more about Strategic Intelligence He further explained that maintaining these venues would place the broader business under pressure, “making it harder to invest where we know we can grow” Taylor was promoted to the position of CEO in March, replacing James Arrow who left after less than a year in the role.

Hospitality

PubClub

JUNE 25, 2025

It would be only natural to think that they would have been drinking mojitos and then, after the repeal of the 18th ammendment, had bartenders make them when they were back drinking in the States.

Simple Syrup

Good Spirits News

MARCH 7, 2025

Dear Distillers and Spirit Makers, As we gear up for the 2025 Bartender Spirits Awards , I invite spirits brands to enter and take advantage of the expanded opportunities this year for the USAs on-premise spirits competition. Who are the 2025 Bartender Spirits Awards Judges?

Bartending

Imbibe Magazine

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Decades after New York City kickstarted the cocktail renaissance, its home state finally gets a weeklong event for bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts. A panel of esteemed journalists will evaluate and award short essays by bartenders, barbacks, and bar owners for their inspirational power.

Bartending

Just Drinks

JULY 31, 2025

The clear synergy opportunity for a manufacturer buying a retailer is to capture extra listings and promote their own products at the expense of rivals’ products. Credit: Dutchmen Photography/Shutterstock.com Lawson believes there are possible benefits for NewPrinces to try to capture, although he has a note of caution.

Hospitality

Imbibe Magazine

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Held in Cartagena, Spain, the 2024 edition of Licor 43’s Bartenders & Baristas Challenge , has named Julia Engel from Kœr bar in Hamburg, Germany, this year’s global champion. The post Germany Takes the Crown at the 2024 Licor 43 Bartender & Baristas Challenge appeared first on Imbibe Magazine.

Bartending

Just Drinks

AUGUST 6, 2025

And despite the increase that we’ve seen in promotional frequency in the off-premise with our largest brand, it does remain challenged given the actions of some of our competitors, which we have chosen not to follow. Competition in the marketplace, it remains intense, frankly.

Beer

Just Drinks

JULY 31, 2025

DB: There appears to have been quite deep promotions on Vimto SKUs in some UK multiples in recent quarters. We’ve been doing some more promotions. In the first half, we wanted to make sure we drove our market share, so we’ve been doing different types of promotions and some deeper, some more frequent, across a range of customers.

Promotion

Imbibe Magazine

MAY 2, 2024

In 2017, Steven Liles—a career bartender then working at Smuggler’s Cove in San Francisco—was named Bartender of the Year as part of that year’s Imbibe 75. Liles, who passed away this week after a brief and sudden illness, was a bartender’s bartender. Steven Liles: I started bartending in 1998. Much love, Steven.

Bartending

Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Beebe started slinging around NYC proper and ended up behind the bar at Momofuku Ssam Bar and was eventually promoted to the Head Bartender there. His last job in NYC was Head Bartender at Sunday In Brooklyn, where he began to experiment with the locally-sourced ideas that became the foundation of Post Haste.

Head Bartender

Imbibe Magazine

MAY 15, 2024

In addition to creating Speed Rack, they’ve built award-winning bars and cocktail programs, mentored countless bartenders, worked as brand ambassadors, and co-authored, with Megan Krigbaum, A Quick Drink: Winning Cocktails for Every Mood. From there it grew into an idea to not make fun so much, but to support and promote.

Speed Rack

Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2024

We have been reporting expert predictions from bartenders, bar owners, brand ambassadors, executives and the like all month with a simple goal—To find out what spirits we’ll be pouring in 2024. One obvious trend has emerged which shapes what we’ll be drinking in the years to come—the popularity of authenticity.

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