NEWS

Herbs Taverne, the newest concept from Sydney’s award-winning MUCHO Group, has landed in the CBD, and it’s anything but conventional. Located on Clarence Street, this intimate negroni-focused bar draws from global amaro traditions while channeling the eclectic energy of modern Sydney. It’s the sixth venue from the team behind Cantina OK!, Bar Planet, Tio’s, and […] More

Almanac, a Japanese-American speakeasy-style bar tucked above Ogawa Sushi & Kappo in Old City Philadelphia, is turning heads with its thoughtful blend of hyper-local ingredients and Japanese precision. Led by Danny Childs, a James Beard Award-winning author and ethnobotanist, and Rob Scott, a respected Philadelphia bartender and Japanophile, Almanac is the first bar to fully […] More

Advocatuur, the striking new bar inside Rosewood Amsterdam, is set to redefine the luxury hotel bar experience. Housed in the city’s former Palace of Justice, the space fuses heritage with modern rebellion—echoing Amsterdam’s dynamic spirit through design, cocktails, music, and cuisine. Led by Yann Bouvignies, formerly of Scarfes Bar in London, the concept is brought […] More

The OurWhisky Foundation has officially launched the OurWhisky Foundation Community—the first digital platform designed to connect whisky industry professionals worldwide, with a special focus on empowering women in the sector. Created to foster collaboration, education, and career growth, the platform offers features like one-to-one messaging, industry courses, exclusive content, curated discussion boards, and a jobs […] More

The Pinnacle Guide has officially launched as a global benchmark for excellence in the cocktail bar industry. Often described as the “Michelin Guide for bars,” it celebrates venues that demonstrate outstanding hospitality, creativity, sustainability, and community impact. Founded by Hannah Sharman-Cox, Siobhan Payne, and Dan Dove, the guide awards cocktail bars with one, two, or […] More

North America’s 50 Best Bars is making history this year by heading to Vancouver, Canada, for the first time. The highly anticipated event, sponsored by Perrier, will take place from April 28 to 30, 2025, culminating in the live announcement of the Top 50 list on Tuesday, April 29. Vancouver Welcomes the Best in Bars […] More

Sydney’s cocktail scene is about to get a lot more bitter—and bolder. Opening Saturday, May 3, 2025, Herbs Taverne is the latest bar from MUCHO Group, the creative minds behind Cantina OK!, Bar Planet, Centro 86, and Tio’s Cerveceria. Their newest venture lands on Clarence Street with a laser-sharp focus: a Negroni bar for lovers […] More

Two of the world’s most celebrated bartenders—Lorenzo Antinori and Simone Caporale—are joining forces to launch Montana Bar, a Cuban-inspired cocktail destination set to open in Hong Kong in summer 2025. The project promises a vibrant blend of tradition, rhythm, and hospitality rooted in the golden age of Cuban mixology and infused with the sun-soaked energy […] More