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Top Mixology Courses and Certifications for Aspiring Bartenders

Advanced Mixology

The world of bartending has evolved from merely pouring drinks to creating intricate, balanced cocktails that delight the senses. For aspiring bartenders, formal mixology training and recognized certifications can make a significant difference in skill level, credibility, and career prospects. Whether you aim to work in a high-end cocktail bar, cruise ship, or start your own lounge, investing time and effort in reputable courses is essential.

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Underneath the sails – Bennelong

Australian Bartender

A restaurant bar is a unique beast, but managing one inside Australia’s most iconic building, the Sydney Opera House, is a whole other level. Editor Kim Berry talks to Bennelong bar manager, Taka Shino, about what it takes. Taka Shino You work at the restaurant, Bennelong, in possibly the most iconic building in Australia and recognised worldwide. What impact does that have on the restaurant and its bar?

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Introducing Our New 4-Prong Performance Hawthorne Strainer

A Bar Above

Copyright A Bar Above What is a 4-Prong Strainer? Types of Cocktail Strainers 4-Prong vs. 2-Prong Strainer How to Use a 4-Prong Bartender Strainer Cocktails to Make with a Hawthorne Strainer Elevate Your Bar/Final Thoughts Hey, friends! We’re thrilled to announce the latest addition to our premium barware collection: our brand-new 4-prong performance Hawthorne strainer.

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Phoenix Chilled 100 Bartender Maxwell Berlin Creates Yuz’ Got Served Cocktail using Breckenridge Bourbon 

Chilled Magazine

Chilled 100 Bartender Maxwell Berlin for Quartz Bar in Phoenix, Arizona creates original cocktail, Yuz’ Got Served, using Breckenridge Bourbon Whiskey in celebration of Father’s Day. “Rolling into the warmer months of spring and summer in the desert, I envisioned this cocktail as a tribute to dad relaxing poolside, enjoying his Father’s Day. It’s a refreshing and intricate Breckenridge Bourbon Cocktail.

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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Celebrating 15 years of Baba Au Rum with 15 questions for founder Thanos Prunarus

The Cocktail Lovers

Last year Baba au Rum celebrated 15 years since opening its doors. A key bar in putting Athens on the map for contemporary cocktail culture it’s picked up its fair share of awards, most recently taking home the World’s Best Spirit Selection presented by Tales of the Cocktail Foundation in 2024, and is a regular on the World’s 50 Best bars list, currently sitting at No. 17.

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Kahii

Australian Bartender

Where Japanese craft meets Sydney sophistication. In the heart of Sydney’s CBD, a Japanese craft is brewing – literally. By day, Kahii offers a slice of Tokyo in the form of a kissaten-style café. But come nightfall, it transforms into a sophisticated hole in the wall drinking destination: Sydney’s first dedicated tea and coffee cocktail bar. Bar manager and cocktail curator, Fumiaki Michishita, is the creative force and backbone of the venue.

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Where to Drink in Indianapolis

Imbibe Magazine

Indianapolis often finds itself in the shadow of Chicago, though not for lack of merit. The third most populous Midwestern city, Indy boasts a thriving visual and performing arts scene, including one of the largest and oldest art museums in the country, and a deep jazz history that translates to a vibrant live music scene today. Sports fans will find no shortage of entertainment with two professional teams—the Colts and the Pacers—not to mention the world’s largest single-day sporting event, the

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Celebrate Dad with These Father’s Day Cocktails

Chilled Magazine

Whether you’re raising a glass to the grill master, the golf fanatic, or the guy who taught you how to tie a tie, this year’s Father’s Day cocktail lineup has something for every kind of dad. From bold, spirit-forward sippers to easygoing spritzes perfect for sunny afternoons, these drinks are sure to hit the spot. Surprise the father figure in your life by mixing up one of the libations below—cheers to them!

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6 Cities With Underrated Wine Bar Scenes

VinePair

While visiting a wine region in person can provide stunning views and eye-opening experiences, a wine-focused trip doesn’t always have to revolve around vineyards and wineries. Cities, though miles away from where the grapes are grown, make some of the best wine destinations for drinkers eager to explore a wine variety of bottles. Paris, Tokyo, New York City, and Copenhagen are renowned for their bar and restaurant scenes, with deep cellars and pairing menus well-worth traveling for.

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Brandee app launches, revolutionising brand training for food and drink teams

Bar Magazine

Brandee is a new mobile training and rewards platform that helps drinks brands connect with the people who sell their products. Staff, from bartenders to waiting staff, take quick quizzes on their phones about the products they serve, earning real rewards while actually remembering what makes each one special. Brandee was born out of a shared feeling of pain experienced by its co-founders, Becky and James.

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Loyalty Strategy

Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

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The Old Fashioned

Australian Bartender

A timeless cocktail steeped in history and simplicity. The Old Fashioned 50ml Four Roses Bourbon 10ml sugar syrup 3 dashes of bitters Combine and shake ingredients with ice Garnish with an amarena cherry The origins of the Old Fashioned go back to the early 1800s, when the term cocktail first started being used. In those early days of cocktail discovery, it was defined as a “stimulating liquor” made from any kind of spirit, sugar, bitters, and a splash of water.

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New York City Bartender Paula Lukas Creates JIVE TALKIN’ using Breckenridge Bourbon 

Chilled Magazine

New York City Bartender Paula Lukas creates original cocktail, JIVE TALKIN’, using Breckenridge Bourbon Whiskey in celebration of Father’s Day.   “My cocktail is inspired by the delicious barbecues that we would have in our backyard. Growing up my father used to put Saucy Susan peach apricot sauce on nearly everything on the barbecue! I wanted to enhance the richness of Breckenridge Bourbon with delicious fruit flavors along with a touch of salt and smoke for a delectable sipper!

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The VinePair Podcast: No, Gen Z Is Not Killing the Bar Tab

VinePair

One thing that’s become apparent in recent years is the mainstream media’s fixation on Gen Z’s drinking habits, or lack thereof. Most recently, The New York Times published a piece about how young drinkers are reluctant to open bar tabs and how paying for drinks one at a time creates more work for bartenders. But is this trend truly exclusive to Gen Z?

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‘SCHWEPPES PIONEERS’ A BRAND NEW ADVOCACY PLATFORM LAUNCHES WITH FOUR OF THE WORLD’S LEADING BARTENDERS

Bar Magazine

Simone Caporale, Millie Tang, Iain McPherson and Vasilis Kyritsis have been named as the pioneering talent for a unique and world-leading advocacy platform – Schweppes Pioneers. The ambitious advocacy platform is a bold demonstration of Schweppes’ dedication to amplifying its position at the very top of the global hospitality industry. The appointment of these four famous individuals – each with their own undoubtedly pioneering skill set – will provide unbelievable access and opportunities for y

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Kathmandu�s Barc wins Michter's Art of Hospitality for Asia's 50 Best

Drinks International

Register/Login You are not logged in. Close [x] User name: Password: remember me Log in You are not logged in. Forgot Password? To subscribe, click here Home » News » Bar news Kathmandu’s Barc wins Michters Art of Hospitality for Asias 50 Best 12 June, 2025 By Eleanor Yates Kathmandu’s Barc has been named the winner of the Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award as part of Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025.

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New Jersey Chilled 100 Bartender Wilson Oliver Creates Cats in the Cradle Cocktail using Breckenridge Bourbon 

Chilled Magazine

Chilled 100 Bartender Wilson Oliver for Ava’s Kitchen & Bar in New Jersey creates original cocktail, Cats in the Cradle, using Breckenridge Bourbon Whiskey in celebration of Father’s Day.   “The inspiration for my Father’s Day cocktail was based on the combination of my mother as well as my grandfather. My mom being a Bourbon & Negroni lover, while my grandfather had a more all around sweet and bitter palate.

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Pour Like the Pros: How One NYC Bartender Is Building the Future of Non-Alcoholic Cocktails by Turning to Crodino Spritz

VinePair

Until very recently, it was rare to see bartenders devoting significant attention to non-alcoholic drinks. Within the last five or so years, a cocktail menu with a dedicated non-alcoholic section has gone from an outlier to a baseline expectation. Much of this phenomenon is thanks to the growing list of new products built around satisfying curiosity and demand.

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NEW RESEARCH REVEALS  THE SPECIAL APPEAL OF PUB ACCOMMODATION,  AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH 

Bar Magazine

CGA and Stay in a Pub reveal the special appeal of pub accommodation, in new report supported by VisitEngland and Zonal Consumers love the special atmosphere, food and welcome they get when they stay at pubs—but there’s potential to attract many more guests. Those are among the key findings from the 2025 Pub Accommodation Review , an exclusive new report based on surveys of more than 4000 consumers and operators commissioned by Stay in a Pub, supported by VisitEngland and Zonal Hotel Solutions a

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The 15 Best Cocktails to Make This Summer

PUNCH

The 15 best cocktail recipes to make this summer, including a Margarita riff, tropical Negroni, tomato Martini, strawberry Daiquiri and more.

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New York Chilled 100 Bartender Chris Toribio Creates Rite of Spring Cocktail Using Breckenridge Bourbon 

Chilled Magazine

Chilled 100 Bartender Chris Toribio for Nurse Bettie in Lower East Side, NYC, creates original cocktail, Rite of Spring, using Breckenridge Bourbon Whiskey in celebration of Father’s Day. “A toast to journeys untaken and friendships rekindled.” “The *Rite of Spring* is an evocative cocktail that embodies the spirit of enduring friendships and unfulfilled dreams.

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The Cocktail College Podcast: The Gin Basil Smash

VinePair

The Gin Basil Smash is an herbaceous, bright green game-changer, created by Hamburg’s Joerg Meyer in 2008. Equal parts photogenic and palate-pleasing, it’s one of those rare drinks that genuinely deserves the title “modern classic.” Traditionally, a Smash is a “broad strokes” style of cocktail defined by the combination of a spirit, citrus, sugar, and mint.

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New Rooftop Bar ‘La-Yam’ Opens Above Holborn Station with Panoramic City Views and Asado Sunday Roasts

Bar Magazine

La-Yam is a brand new rooftop destination in the heart of London. The 200-capacity open-air bar is perched eight floors above Holborn and launches this month with unique panoramic skyline views, elevated seasonal dining and creative cocktails, offering a beach bar-esque, laid-back, vibrant atmosphere. Located atop Kingsbourne House, directly above Holborn station, access to La-Yam is via a lift to the seventh floor with the bar one flight above, meaning the charming space has the feel of a hidde

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Is It Worth It? Rethinking the Price of Alcohol Alternatives in an Inflation Economy

Dry Atlas

“What makes something worth it?” It’s a question we ask ourselves often in this space—whether as brand founders or consumers ourselves. Lately, it’s been top of mind again in the US market. The cost of living is rising, people are watching their budgets, and alcohol alternatives are, more than ever, part of the pricing conversation. At the same time, headlines are piling up about tipping fatigue, $25 martinis, and general sticker shock in the hospitality industry.

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Romer House Waikīkī, Oʻahu’s Only Adults-Only Hotel, Welcomes Beloved Honolulu Cocktail Bar, The Lei Stand

Chilled Magazine

Romer House Waikīkī—the island’s only adults-only hotel—adds a final flourish to its clubhouse-style oasis with the arrival of The Lei Stand, Honolulu’s treasured cocktail bar, now open on property. Photos by Brooke Fitts Launched in tandem with Hawaiʻi’s iconic “May Day is Lei Day” celebration, the opening honored the lei as a timeless symbol of love, aloha, and community.

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We Asked 9 Brewers: What Beer Are You Keeping Stocked in Your Cooler This Summer?

VinePair

From backyard barbecues to beach days, beer is the perfect pairing for all things summer. And with countless styles from thousands of producers, there are near-endless options to toss in your cooler as temperatures heat up. To learn more about what the pros will be drinking to cool off this summer, we asked brewers from across the country to share the beers they’ll be keeping stocked in their coolers.

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Booker goes global with new World Cuisines range 

Bar Magazine

Booker expands catering portfolio with a new World Cuisines range launching into strategically located depots now Leading wholesaler Booker is adding cuisines from five key global regions to its offer, following research into consumer demand for world foods within the dining out-of-home market. The new World Cuisines range will feature Greek, Turkish, Italian, Indian and African-Caribbean, as well chicken products for this burgeoning market.

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Classic Jack and Coke Recipe

Mix That Drink

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121 Glasses of Punch, 226 Photobooth Strips, and 1 Unforgettable Night at “Gay Prom”

PUNCH

Dorothy, a lesbian bar in Chicago, kicked off Pride Month with “Gay Prom,” a nostalgic night of punch cocktails, dancing and more.

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Celebrate World Gin Day with Chilled 100 Bartenders and Plymouth Gin

Chilled Magazine

World Gin Day is June 14th. Celebrate this year’s appreciation of all things gin with our Chilled 100 Bartenders who create incredibly delicious cocktails that honor Plymouth Gin. “Inspired by the rich history of Plymouth Gin, I set out to craft a cocktail that would pay tribute to the distillery’s legacy and reflect its iconic colors. I’m thrilled to collaborate with Chilled 100 on the Plymouth Gin Project, creating a unique cocktail with the exceptional @plymouthgin just in time fo

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MEETING EVOLVING CONSUMER TRENDS PRESENTS OPPORTUNITY TO DOUBLE GROWTH OF BEER

Bar Magazine

The beer category grew 3% over the past 12 months but new insight suggests that there is far more potential for growth in the On-Trade – with a further £1 Billion up for grabs between now and 2030. The new Heineken Beer Report 2025: Doubling Growth in the Beer Market shows a category that continues to outpace the wider drinks market, growing faster than cider, wine, spirits and soft drinks in the UK On-Trade and, with a year-on-year value growth of 3%, beer is now worth £13.8 billion to pubs, ba

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The VinePair Podcast: An Inside Look at the Spritz’s Continued Growth

VinePair

The Spritz category has exploded in recent years , and a recent IWSR report claims that there’s still plenty of room on the runway for the Spritz to continue rising. The idea of the “aperitivo hour” is taking off around the world as more drinkers gravitate toward light, sessionable beverages for mid-day imbibing. And part of what makes the Spritz so appealing for aperitivo hours is its versatility.

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Ten Strike Drink Recipe

Mix That Drink

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Studio Paskin brings four venues to 25hours Hotel The Olympia

Australian Bartender

Zoe & Layo Paskin Sydney’s bar scene is about to level up, with London hospitality power duo Zoe and Layo Paskin launching four new venues inside the upcoming 25hours Hotel The Olympia – each with its own style and flavour. At the heart of the offering is The Mulwray – an intimate wine and cocktail bar dripping with noir glamour. Patrons can expect a tight list of classic cocktails alongside cult-favourite wines, served in a dimly-lit space built for conversation and slow sipping.

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Chilled’s Gift Guide—Top Picks for Father’s Day

Chilled Magazine

Chilled’s Father’s Day Gift Guide: Top Picks This Father’s Day, skip the socks and give Dad something he’ll raise a glass to. Whether he’s a whiskey lover, wine enthusiast, cocktail experimenter, or just enjoys a good drink in good company, Chilled has a selection of standout gifts just for dad. From top-shelf spirits and stylish barware our Father’s Day Gift Guide is packed with thoughtful and spirited gift ideas to help you celebrate the dads who do it all—in style.

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We Asked 12 Wine Pros: What ‘Cult’ Wine Is Actually Worth the Hype?

VinePair

In the world of wine, there are certain bottles that carry a mysterious air of exclusivity and importance around them. These wines tend to be extremely hard to find or prohibitively expensive, or both. Eager consumers patiently join waitlists, sign up for members-only clubs, or cross their fingers for an allocation just for the chance to drop some serious money on a bottle, whether it’s a coveted Napa Cab or an elusive small-production cuvée from an obscure French region.

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