The 2026 Bar & Restaurant Expo marked a major milestone, celebrating its 40th anniversary March 23–25 in Las Vegas. Over 10,000 hospitality professionals gathered for three days of education, networking, and discovery, united under the theme “Every Moment Counts” — a reminder that every guest interaction, menu choice, and operational decision shapes the overall experience. […]
Zach Benson of the Charlotte USBG Chapter This month, our USBG Member Spotlight is Zach Benson (@selling_my_sanity) of the Charlotte Chapter! Zach just won the Charlotte qualifier for the IBA World Cocktail Competition. From here, Zach will compete at the Southeast regional championship in Florida this April, hoping to make it onto Team USBG. The IBA […]
Absolut® and TABASCO® Turn Up the Heat with a Spicy New Vodka Built for Bold Cocktails
TSINGTAO celebrates Lunar New Year with Limited-Edition Packaging and National Sweepstakes
In Partnership with the USBG, BARTENDER Magazine is proud to highlight a USBG member each month! This Month we are highlighting US Bartenders’ Guild President, Ingrid Shawn Rodriguez! Hailing from sunny St. Pete, Ingrid Shawn Rodriguez is a whiskey-fueled force of nature and the powerhouse behind WhistlePig Whiskey in Florida, where she serves as U.S. […]
The United States Bartenders’ Guild (USBG) announces the organization’s national leadership officers for 2026. National Officers President – Ingrid Shawn Rodriguez: Based in St.Petersburg, FL, Ingrid is the US Educator and Florida Area Manager for WhistlePig Whiskey. Ingrid has been actively involved in multiple larger organizations for over 20 years, serving in the local capacity as Director, Treasurer and President of […]
A BOLD FLAVOURED SPIRIT DESIGNED FOR THE PERFECT SPICY BLOODY MARY STOLI Halapeño Pepper, a bold new flavoured vodka crafted to elevate one of the world’s most iconic cocktails: the Bloody Mary. Rolling out globally, this fiery innovation speaks directly to today’s flavour-seeking drinkers and the bartenders who serve them. STOLI Halapeño Pepper Vodka is […]
Rethinking Non-Alcoholic Cocktails as Sophisticated, Flavor-Forward Drinks for Today’s Bar Scene This November, Seedlip, the pioneer of non-alcoholic spirits, celebrates 10 years of redefining what it means to enjoy a drink. To mark the milestone, the brand is launching its boldest statement yet: “Yeah, It’s a Drink.” Redefining the Non-Alcoholic Category Mindful drinking is on […]
Born from the Distillery’s newly completed $1.2 billion expansion, this release elevates Sazerac Rye’s signature spice and pepper profile to deliver a sipping whiskey of remarkable intensity Buffalo Trace Distillery has just added Sazerac Rye Whiskey Full Proof to its growing portfolio — a bold, 125-proof expression designed for serious rye lovers and the craft […]
Six New Jersey Bartenders, One Delicious Night! We at BARTENDER® Magazine were honored to serve as a judge for an unforgettable Negroni Week Competition hosted at Lucco Cucina + Bar in Florham Park, NJ. Sponsored by our friends at Aviation American Gin, Tanqueray Gin and Miraflores, the event brought together six outstanding bartenders from across […]
This October, ¡Salud! will spotlight Miami’s vibrant cocktail scene with a month-long lineup of drink specials and events in the city’s most lively neighborhoods. The series will kick off with three happy hours for ¡Salud! members, featuring complimentary cocktails while supplies last: Wednesday, October 1st at Dead Flamingo, Thursday, October 2nd at ViceVersa from 5 to 7 […]
San Patricios Cantina & Pub in Jersey City Opens 9/19 There’s a new name lighting up the New Jersey bar scene—and it’s got serious pedigree. San Patricios Cantina, the latest project from the award-winning team behind The Dead Rabbit, has officially opened its doors in Jersey City, and it’s already buzzing with energy, flavor, and […]
Tequila Crafted from Agaves from All Five States in the Denomination of Origin A Blend of Five Terroirs. One Masterfully Crafted Tequila. For bartenders who thrive on storytelling in every sip, Mijenta’s newest release is a love letter to Mexico’s agave landscapes. Introducing Maestra Selection No. 2, a bold and rare expression that dives deep […]
2024 Bartender Spirits Awards: Extended Super Early Bird Deadline! Secure Your Place Before the Holiday Rush – Submit Your Entries by November 14, 2023 Click here to see how to Enter! As we step into the season of gatherings, gratitude, and good spirits, we’re thrilled to extend the super early bird deadline for […]
The first round of 2024 Bartender Spirits Awards judges are announced! Top Bartenders, Mixologists, Bar Managers and On-Premise trade buyers will gather in Chicago for the 6th international Bartender Spirits Awards. Using the tagline “Judged By Bartenders, Bar Managers and Off-Premise Managers For The On-Premise Industry,” the Bartender Spirits Awards will recognize, encourage, promote […]
