Twenty of the top 50 came from the two cities including the entire top five, Disaronno highest new entry (Bar Snack), Three Cents best new opening (Schmuck) and Rémy Martin legend of the list (Handshake Speakeasy).

Having operated in the US since 2020, the appointment of Endurance Brands comes as the brand looks to accelerate growth and increase distribution. The partnership will increase Franklin & Son’s presence from 13 states currently to a target of 30 states by the end of 2026. Key focus markets include the Midwest and West Coast. Franklin & Sons is also expanding its…

Brewdog has never been about subtlety. Since founding the company in Aberdeenshire in 2007, Martin Dickie and James Watt had seemed to enjoy courting controversy and leaning into the For Punks mantra that has been ascribed to everything associated with the Brewdog brand. Fifteen years later, the enfants terribles of the UK craft beer revolution had taken their operations from a derelict industrial unit in…

The partnership, which comes into effect in April, will see key expressions from the brand’s portfolio made available to the Chinese on trade for the first time. “The younger generation in China is helping to inspire a new wave of cocktail culture. One that is more modern, innovative and speaks to the urban lifestyles of today’s drinkers. This presents a real opportunity for Three…

Taking place in Amsterdam at De Kromhoutal on Tuesday 30 June 2026, Europe’s 50 Best Bars will showcase the finest bars, bartenders and cocktail cities in the continent.  “As the city’s drinks culture continues to evolve and inspire, we look forward to celebrating the exceptional European bar community in this dynamic and cosmopolitan destination. Our aim is to encourage drinks enthusiasts everywhere to…

The deal was completed on 2 February 2026, and was announced alongside the acquisition of Frobishers Juices for £13m. An Ag Barr Spokesperson said: “We are delighted to confirm the acquisitions of Frobishers and Fentimans and are very excited to welcome both brands into our portfolio. These acquisitions are part of our strategy to strengthen our presence in high-growth beverage categories, and we…

Launched in 2021 by Double Dutch co-founders Joyce and Raissa de Haas, the Female Bartending Scholarship was created to empower women working behind the bar and across the wider hospitality industry through education, mentorship and career progression.  For 2026, the programme builds on its continued UK success with expanded training, new partnerships and, for the first time, selected free educational content available to…