BARTENDER Magazine’s 27 for 27: Storm Sheler

Nashville native Storm Sheler has spent more than a decade building a career rooted in hospitality, community, and genuine connection. As the former Head Bartender at one of Nashville’s nationally recognized cocktail destinations, Storm spent four years refining her craft, developing her approach to hospitality, and building lasting relationships throughout the industry.

An accomplished competitive bartender, Storm has earned multiple wins and top-three finishes in national and regional cocktail competitions, including two Top 10 finishes in a national bartending competition. Her success reflects her creativity, technical skills, and dedication to continually challenging herself behind the bar.

Now, she’s preparing for one of the most exciting chapters of her career. In early 2027, Storm plans to open a neighborhood cocktail bar in Nashville’s Salemtown community alongside her business partners. The project marks a major milestone and an opportunity to bring her own vision of hospitality to life.

Until then, you’ll find her behind the bar at a neighborhood favorite in East Nashville, serving ice-cold beers, cheeseburgers, and plenty of good conversation. With her first bar on the horizon, 2027 is shaping up to be an exciting year for Storm Sheler.