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|Cocktail Trends 2026:| Top 6 Shifts Shaping the Bar
Cocktail trends 2026 is defined by a single tension: consumers are drinking less but demanding more craft, more theater and more meaning. Whether you're running a bar program or simply trying to stay ahead of the industry, these are the six shifts that matter most this year. 1. The Agave Boom Shows No Signs of […] More
The Pontiac x Bar Flora Celebrate |Women in Bars|
Hong Kong’s The Pontiac will host a special collaboration with Manila’s Bar Flora on March 12, 2026, bringing together two of Asia’s few female-led cocktail bars for a one-night takeover celebrating International Women’s Month. The event will see the Manila team take over the bar from 8 p.m., creating an evening dedicated to creativity, collaboration, […] More
Aberdeen Arts Row Animates Hong Kong Art Month
Hong Kong Art Month is getting a distinctly liquid and literary twist this March as Aberdeen Arts Row emerges as one of the city’s most compelling cultural corridors. Anchored by The Old Man and Dead Poets, the Aberdeen Street slope is hosting a month-long program that blends global mixology, visual art, and literary culture into […] More
Amaretto ADRIATICO – The New Generation Amaretto
Amaretto ADRIATICO starts with a statement of intent: it is produced 100% with Italian IGP almonds from Puglia, shaped by a contemporary mindset and grounded in authentic Italian heritage. From day one, the goal was clear, rethink amaretto for today’s palate without losing the soul of what made it iconic. We had the pleasure of […] More
Artisans of Taste 2025 begins with a new cocoa challenge
Diplomático has officially opened entries for the 2025 Artisans of Taste competition, inviting bartenders around the world to create an original cocktail inspired by cocoa or chocolate. The international program celebrates craftsmanship, sustainability, and creative mixology, and continues to grow into one of the most distinctive bartender competitions in the spirits industry. Artisans of Taste […] More
Bar Leone Shanghai Opens This November
The founders of Bar Leone Hong Kong, ranked No.1 on The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 and The Best Bar in Asia, are expanding their playful Italian spirit to mainland China with the opening of Bar Leone Shanghai this November in Huangpu. Staying true to the philosophy of Cocktail Popolari – “Cocktails for the People” […] More
Barcelona Hotel Bar Week 2025 Launches First Edition
Barcelona will host the world’s first cocktail week dedicated entirely to hotel bars, bringing seven days of mixology, culture, and hospitality. From 22 to 28 September, Barcelona Hotel Bar Week (BHBW) will debut as the first international cocktail week focused exclusively on hotel bars. For one week, 25 of the city’s top hotels will present […] More
BCB Berlin 2025 Returns with Fresh Formats
BCB Berlin 2025 takes place from October 6–8, 2025, when the international bar world will gather at Messe Berlin for one of the leading global trade fairs for bar and beverage professionals. This year promises a refreshed mix of education, networking, and guest experiences designed to meet the evolving needs of the industry. New Formats […] More
Nana Sechere on Bartending, Mentorship & Dubai’s Bar Scene
From bartending in Canada to leading beverage innovation in Dubai, Nana Sechere has spent over 20 years shaping the global hospitality industry. As Monin’s Regional Beverage Expert and co-founder of The Host Masters, he’s redefining what it means to lead with purpose, elevate standards, and stay ahead of emerging trends—from functional drinks to clarified cocktails. […] More
Cantina OK! Unveils Ritual-Inspired Cocktails
Cantina OK!, Sydney’s beloved Micro Mezcal Mecca, has launched a new cocktail menu titled Ritual—a collection of inventive drinks inspired by shared cultural practices and everyday moments that ground us. From ceremonial wood-burning to digital detoxing and ancestral cooking techniques, the new offerings elevate the bar’s sensory storytelling to new heights. Created by MUCHO Hospitality […] More
San Diego Spirits Festival Returns September 2025
The San Diego Spirits Festival returns for its 16th anniversary on September 27–28, 2025, bringing two days of coastal charm, craft cocktails, and world-class spirits to the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) in La Jolla. More than 65 spirit brands, from luxury labels to rising craft distillers, will be on hand offering unlimited […] More
Bet on Sparkling Sake!
Sake is making a splash worldwide, but not quite the way James Bond enjoyed it in You Only Live Twice. Unlike the warm sake of spy movies, Takara Shirakabegura Mio Sparkling Sake is best served chilled. Its effervescent charm has sparked a surge in popularity across the Western world. But what’s behind this bubbly phenomenon? […] More
Exploring American Whiskey
What do Scotland, Ireland, Japan, India, Taiwan, and the United States have in common? This isn’t the start of a joke, but a serious question with a clear answer: American Whiskey. For centuries, a rivalry has simmered between Scotland and Ireland over who first crafted whiskey. As these countries competed, this grain spirit aged in […] More
Defining American Single Malt Whiskey
The definition of American single malt whiskey has been a hot topic in the U.S. for years, with distillers and regulators debating what exactly qualifies a whiskey to carry this label. The basic criteria proposed include that it must be made from 100% malted barley, distilled at a single distillery, and aged in oak barrels […] More
The James Bond Cocktail
James Bond—tough, worldly, and enigmatic. The legendary secret agent, often seen as just a silhouette, marked a significant milestone on August 12th. It’s been sixty years since the creator of the iconic 007 series, Ian Fleming, raised his final glass at the heavenly bar above. Despite the controversies surrounding Bond’s portrayal in modern times, his […] More
Top 10 Craft Cocktail Trends for 2024
As we usher in 2024, the craft cocktail scene continues to evolve, blending tradition with innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in a glass. Here at BarMagazine, we've distilled the essence of this evolution to bring you the Top 10 Craft Cocktail Trends for 2024, poised to shape bars, restaurants, and home bars […] More
Casino Royale and Others…
Seventy years ago, precisely on April 13, 1953, Ian Fleming's novel Casino Royale appeared on the shelves of bookstores in the United Kingdom. In it, the author introduced James Bond to the world, whom he characterized a few years later as: 'A tough guy. Secret agent. A man who is merely a silhouette.' 007 continues […] More