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In the mid-2010s, a sustainability-driven initiative took root in the bar “28 Hong Kong Street” in Singapore, promising a future where the issue of bottle waste could at least be mitigated, if not eliminated. A key part of this effort involved the introduction of Eco Totes, aiming to reduce the carbon footprint generated from bottle […] More

Cocktail aficionados and nightlife connoisseurs are abuzz as the prestigious ’50 Best’ organization recently unveiled its latest list of the top 50 bars across North America for 2024. The announcement, made at a grand ceremony in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, has set a new benchmark for mixology excellence on the continent. Handshake Speakeasy: A […] More

The United States Bartenders’ Guild (USBG) in partnership with Prosecco DOC is thrilled to announce the opening of applications for the prestigious National Prosecco Week Cocktail Competition. This competition is a fantastic opportunity for bartenders nationwide to showcase their creativity and expertise by crafting unique cocktails with Prosecco DOC, a staple in versatile mixology. Competition […] More

As the spirits industry continues to evolve, the 2024 Bartender Spirits Awards are set to take center stage this May in Chicago, marking an annual celebration of the finest in spirits and distilleries. This prestigious event garners widespread attention for its unique focus on bringing together America’s top bartenders as judges, making it a noteworthy […] More

Following the success of last year’s “Bols Around The World” competition, Bols plans to host another Cocktail Battle in 2024. This year, bartenders from 20 countries are invited to create a cocktail icon under the theme “BOLS Disco Cocktail.” The competition kicks off on April 1, 2024. It’s time to go retro, as old-school drinks […] More

The cocktail scene is set to be stirred, not just shaken, as the Bar & Restaurant Expo proudly announces the much-anticipated return of the 2024 USBG Shake It Up Competition. This premier mixology event is scheduled to dazzle attendees from March 18 through March 20, 2024, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, bringing together the […] More

In an ambitious move towards sustainability, Takamaka Rum, Seychelles’ premier spirit brand, has launched The Seychelles Bar Sustainability Project in partnership with The Cambridge Public House, an award-winning cocktail pub in Paris. This initiative marks a significant step in revolutionizing the Seychelles’ bar community’s approach to sustainability, with a series of educational programs set to […] More

This February 26th, 2024, the renowned bartender education program, TAOS (The Art of Shaking), is set to host an exclusive masterclass in Palermo, Sicily. Powered by Amaro Santoni and led by the distinguished Simone Caporale of SIPS Barcelona—crowned The World’s Best Bar in 2023—and Luca Missaglia, this event promises to be a pivotal moment for […] More