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The Bartender Knowledge Exchange returns to London Cocktail Week
The Bartender Knowledge Exchange, a programme of peer-to-peer learning opportunities for bartenders, has returned to London Cocktail Week for a third year.
London Cocktail Week returns for 2025 with new initiatives
London Cocktail Week will return this autumn from 9-19 October 2025, with the announcement of two new initiatives, Tiny Cocktails and Home Grown.
Clinton Cawood looks at the trajectory of an all time classic
Himkok introduces design led menu with Studio Sløyd
Oslo cocktail bar Himkok has introduced its latest cocktail menu titled Designed by Sipping.
Bar Leone to open second site in Shanghai
Hong Kong cocktail bar Bar Leone has announced plans to open a second venue in Shanghai, China this Autumn, Drinks International can exclusively reveal.
Altamura and Hilton announce Culinary Cocktail Competition
Altamura Distilleries Vodka has launched a new culinary cocktail competition in collaboration with Hilton.
The unlikely decline of the Mai Tai
Shay Waterworth analyses the reasons behind the anomalous rise and fall of two of the world’s favourite classic cocktails
Nightjar Shoreditch celebrates 15 years with new menu
East London bar Nightjar has introduced Recalling, a new cocktail menu celebrating the evolution of mixology through the ages.
Paradiso launches at Pacha Ibiza
Barcelona cocktail bar Paradiso, currently ranked tenth in The World’s 50 Best Bars 2024 ranking, has introduced an immersive cocktail experience inside the Pacha Ibiza nightclub.
Le 300 introduces cocktail menu reimagining classics
Le 300 Bar, located at The Maybourne Riviera hotel in the south of France, has introduced a new cocktail menu, Identité.
Kathmandu’s Barc wins Michter's Art of Hospitality for Asia's 50 Best
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.
Montana: Inside Antinori x Caporale's new bar
As far as bar collaborations go, it doesn’t get much bigger than this. The founders of number two and number three in The World’s 50 Best Bars, Lorenzo Antinori and Simone Caporale, have joined forces to launch Montana in Hong Kong.
Tales of the Cocktail names 2025 Catalyst honourees
Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF) has announced this year’s Tales Catalyst honourees, recognising members of the cocktail community who are elevating the industry.
Bar veterans Posthumus and Janse part ways
Tess Posthumus and Timo Janse have ended their 16-year working partnership in the Amsterdam hospitality sector.
Tokyo Confidential introduces new cocktail menu
Currently ranked at 53 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2024, Japan’s Tokyo Confidential has introduced its latest cocktail menu titled Neko No Densetsu.
Athens' Avra bar launches third edition of cocktail menu
Avra at the Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens has unveiled the third edition of its cocktail menu, Seasonal-Original-Sustainable, Drinks International can exclusively reveal.
Danil Nevsky launches Cocktail Menu Collection
Indie Bartender, the global online education platform by Danil Nevsky, has launched a new resource called the Cocktail Menu Collection.
Jez Carreon of Employees Only wins Sustainable Cocktail Challenge
Jez Carreon of Employees Only Bar in Singapore has been crowned the World’s Most Sustainable Bartender by Flor de Caña, after competing with 18 mixologists from around the world.
Allegory launches new cocktail menu
Washington DC’s Allegory bar, currently ranked at No.23 on North America's 50 Best Bars 2024 list, has introduced its new cocktail menu ‘Banned in DC’.
It may be suffering something of a slump when it comes to cocktail menus, but cognac still has presence in the world’s best bars.
Despite tales of its demise, gin is very much alive and kicking when it comes to the top bars.
World of Zing founder joins Th!nk Drinks
Pritesh Mody, founder of World of Zing Cocktails, the pre-batch and bottled cocktail brand, has joined Th!nk Drinks as creative director.
Soho House launches new non-alcoholic and low abv cocktail menu
Soho House has extended its drinks offering across its UK and North American Houses to feature a wider selection of low abv cocktail alternatives.
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Crafting excellence: Branca's global awards journey through taste and tradition
From Milan to the world’s most prestigious competitions, Fratelli Branca Distillerie continues to elevate the art of distilling.
Mr Lyan introduces new range of cocktail seasonings
Founder of London-based drinks and hospitality group Mr Lyan, Ryan Chetiyawardana has launched a new range of cocktail seasonings inspired by the cultural and culinary history of Sri Lanka, Drinks International can exclusively reveal.
Crafting excellence: Branca's global awards journey through taste and tradition
From Milan to the world’s most prestigious competitions, Fratelli Branca Distillerie continues to elevate the art of distilling.
Mr Lyan introduces new range of cocktail seasonings
Founder of London-based drinks and hospitality group Mr Lyan, Ryan Chetiyawardana has launched a new range of cocktail seasonings inspired by the cultural and culinary history of Sri Lanka, Drinks International can exclusively reveal.
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Antica Formula: Redefining cocktail culture with Italian heritage
In the ever-evolving landscape of premium mixology, one name consistently resonates with bartenders and industry professionals who seek to elevate their cocktail creations: Antica Formula by F.lli Branca Distillerie.
Bar trade pays tribute to Chris Patino
The bar trade has paid tribute to drinks industry veteran Chris Patino who passed following a battle with cancer.
Berlin’s Kink Bar introduces new menu
Kink Bar in Berlin has announced the launch of its latest cocktail menu, continuing its approach of offering each cocktail in both long and short form.
Oslo cocktail bar, Himkok, has unveiled its new menu Beats & Sips in collaboration with Sony Music Norway, to launch 26 September.
Markham wins No3 Unrivalled Classics UK final
Martha May Markham of Swift in London has won the UK final of the Unrivalled Classics cocktail competition by No.3 Gin.
Demie Kim wins Altos Bartenders' Bartender for Asia's 50 Best
Seoul’s Dohyung ‘Demie’ Kim, co-founder of Zest, No.5 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2023 and No.18 on The World’s 50 Best Bars 2023, has been named the winner of the Altos Bartenders’ Bartender Award 2024.
Le 300 Bar introduces new cocktail menu
Le 300 Bar, located at The Maybourne Riviera hotel in the south of France, has introduced a new cocktail menu, Contraste.
The Donovan Bar launches fairy tale inspired menu
The Donovan Bar at Brown’s Hotel in Mayfair has unveiled a new menu inspired by traditional fairy tales and stories.
Lecce Cocktail Week returns for second year
Following the success of its first year, Italy’s Lecce Cocktail Week (LCW) is set to return for its second year from 10-16 June 2024.
Artesian launches latest cocktail list
Artesian bar at The Langham, London, has announced its new cocktail list Alter Ego, launching on 29 May.
Madrid to host 50 Best Bars ceremony 2024
The World’s 50 Best Bars ceremony, sponsored by Perrier, will be held in Madrid, Spain on Tuesday, 22 October 2024.
Lyaness bartender Lexie Constantinescu passes
Lyaness bartender Alexandra ‘Lexie’ Constantinescu has passed away while on holiday in Cuba after competing in a cocktail competition.
Scarfes Bar introduces latest cocktail menu
Scarfes Bar at Rosewood London has launched its latest cocktail menu ‘From Scratch’, featuring 22 cocktails incorporating the team’s home-made cordials, ferments and distillates.
Stauning launches global cocktail competition
Danish whisky Stauning has launched the ‘Stauning Drinks Kollektive’, a global cocktail competition which aims to shine a light on bartenders from Denmark, Germany, France, the UK, US and Australia.
Spirit of Craft Awards launch in Asia
FoodNews Creative Marketing Agency is launching the first edition of the Spirit of Craft Awards (SOCraft Awards).
Julie Nguyen wins Flor de Caña Sustainable Cocktail Challenge 2024
Julie Nguyen from Opium Bar in Thailand has won the third edition of Flor de Caña’s Sustainable Cocktail Challenge.
No. 3 Gin opens Unrivalled Classics competition entries
No.3 London Dry Gin has opened entries for its newly renamed 2024 global cocktail competition, Unrivalled Classics.
Ajabu Cocktail and Spirits Festival to debut in South Africa
Africa's first bi-annual international cocktail and spirits festival, Ajabu, is set to debut in Johannesburg and Cape Town in 2024.
Baccarat Bar launches menu inspired by photography
Drinks International can exclusively reveal that Baccarat Bar of Harrods, London, has launched the third edition of its cocktail menu, titled ‘Through the Creative Lens’.
Bar Antoine launches at Four Seasons London
Pavyllon London, the recently opened Mayfair restaurant by chef Yannick Alléno has introduced Bar Antoine, at the Four Seasons Hotel London, Park Lane.
Altamura appoints new international head of brand
Altamura Distilleries has introduced Lorenzo Di Cola, formerly of the Experimental Cocktail Club group, to its team as international head of brand across all key global markets, including Italy, the US, UK and India.
Mr Lyan partners with Whitebox Cocktails
Bartender Ryan ‘Mr Lyan’ Chetiyawardana is joining forces with Whitebox Cocktails, the ready-to-pour cocktail brand founded by bartenders, to release three of his most known serves in a canned format.
Artesian launches food and cocktail pairing experience
Artesian bar at The Langham, London, has launched a food and cocktail pairing experience, with dishes from chef Angelo Sato of Humble Chicken matched with cocktails by head bartender of Artesian, Giulia Cuccurullo.
London Cocktail Week adds new initiatives for 2023
London Cocktail Week has unveiled the Bartender Knowledge Exchange programme to help educate both local and international bartenders as part of a series of new initiatives in 2023 aimed at supporting the hospitality industry.
Scarfes Bar partners with Appleton Estate Rum
Scarfes Bar at Rosewood London is partnering with Appleton Estate Rum for an exclusive cocktail menu this month.
Antica Formula: Redefining cocktail culture with Italian heritage
In the ever-evolving landscape of premium mixology, one name consistently resonates with bartenders and industry professionals who seek to elevate their cocktail creations: Antica Formula by F.lli Branca Distillerie.
Bar trade pays tribute to Chris Patino
The bar trade has paid tribute to drinks industry veteran Chris Patino who passed following a battle with cancer.
Berlin’s Kink Bar introduces new menu
Kink Bar in Berlin has announced the launch of its latest cocktail menu, continuing its approach of offering each cocktail in both long and short form.
Oslo cocktail bar, Himkok, has unveiled its new menu Beats & Sips in collaboration with Sony Music Norway, to launch 26 September.
Markham wins No3 Unrivalled Classics UK final
Martha May Markham of Swift in London has won the UK final of the Unrivalled Classics cocktail competition by No.3 Gin.
Demie Kim wins Altos Bartenders' Bartender for Asia's 50 Best
Seoul’s Dohyung ‘Demie’ Kim, co-founder of Zest, No.5 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2023 and No.18 on The World’s 50 Best Bars 2023, has been named the winner of the Altos Bartenders’ Bartender Award 2024.
Le 300 Bar introduces new cocktail menu
Le 300 Bar, located at The Maybourne Riviera hotel in the south of France, has introduced a new cocktail menu, Contraste.
The Donovan Bar launches fairy tale inspired menu
The Donovan Bar at Brown’s Hotel in Mayfair has unveiled a new menu inspired by traditional fairy tales and stories.
Lecce Cocktail Week returns for second year
Following the success of its first year, Italy’s Lecce Cocktail Week (LCW) is set to return for its second year from 10-16 June 2024.
Artesian launches latest cocktail list
Artesian bar at The Langham, London, has announced its new cocktail list Alter Ego, launching on 29 May.
Madrid to host 50 Best Bars ceremony 2024
The World’s 50 Best Bars ceremony, sponsored by Perrier, will be held in Madrid, Spain on Tuesday, 22 October 2024.
Lyaness bartender Lexie Constantinescu passes
Lyaness bartender Alexandra ‘Lexie’ Constantinescu has passed away while on holiday in Cuba after competing in a cocktail competition.
Scarfes Bar introduces latest cocktail menu
Scarfes Bar at Rosewood London has launched its latest cocktail menu ‘From Scratch’, featuring 22 cocktails incorporating the team’s home-made cordials, ferments and distillates.
Stauning launches global cocktail competition
Danish whisky Stauning has launched the ‘Stauning Drinks Kollektive’, a global cocktail competition which aims to shine a light on bartenders from Denmark, Germany, France, the UK, US and Australia.
Spirit of Craft Awards launch in Asia
FoodNews Creative Marketing Agency is launching the first edition of the Spirit of Craft Awards (SOCraft Awards).
Julie Nguyen wins Flor de Caña Sustainable Cocktail Challenge 2024
Julie Nguyen from Opium Bar in Thailand has won the third edition of Flor de Caña’s Sustainable Cocktail Challenge.
No. 3 Gin opens Unrivalled Classics competition entries
No.3 London Dry Gin has opened entries for its newly renamed 2024 global cocktail competition, Unrivalled Classics.
Ajabu Cocktail and Spirits Festival to debut in South Africa
Africa's first bi-annual international cocktail and spirits festival, Ajabu, is set to debut in Johannesburg and Cape Town in 2024.
Baccarat Bar launches menu inspired by photography
Drinks International can exclusively reveal that Baccarat Bar of Harrods, London, has launched the third edition of its cocktail menu, titled ‘Through the Creative Lens’.
Bar Antoine launches at Four Seasons London
Pavyllon London, the recently opened Mayfair restaurant by chef Yannick Alléno has introduced Bar Antoine, at the Four Seasons Hotel London, Park Lane.
Altamura appoints new international head of brand
Altamura Distilleries has introduced Lorenzo Di Cola, formerly of the Experimental Cocktail Club group, to its team as international head of brand across all key global markets, including Italy, the US, UK and India.
Mr Lyan partners with Whitebox Cocktails
Bartender Ryan ‘Mr Lyan’ Chetiyawardana is joining forces with Whitebox Cocktails, the ready-to-pour cocktail brand founded by bartenders, to release three of his most known serves in a canned format.
Artesian launches food and cocktail pairing experience
Artesian bar at The Langham, London, has launched a food and cocktail pairing experience, with dishes from chef Angelo Sato of Humble Chicken matched with cocktails by head bartender of Artesian, Giulia Cuccurullo.
London Cocktail Week adds new initiatives for 2023
London Cocktail Week has unveiled the Bartender Knowledge Exchange programme to help educate both local and international bartenders as part of a series of new initiatives in 2023 aimed at supporting the hospitality industry.
Scarfes Bar partners with Appleton Estate Rum
Scarfes Bar at Rosewood London is partnering with Appleton Estate Rum for an exclusive cocktail menu this month.
