SWISS BAR AWARDS 2026: Die Longlist steht fest
The "Bar Beverage Menu" brochure for 2026/2027 is now available
10 Questions for Julia Lampe
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Cider bringt sich in Stellung für die Zukunft
Honegg Bar «1905»auf 914 m ü. M.
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Búho Rooftop Bar & Eatery in Rümlang
Beaver’s Dram Beaveroni
SWISS BAR AWARDS
Most prestigious award
Since 2003, the trade magazine BAR NEWS has been presenting the most important awards of the Swiss bar scene: the SWISS BAR AWARDS. Talented Barkeeper and trendy bars are awarded in seven categories.
Further information: swissbarawards.ch
SWISS BAR AWARDS 2026: Die Longlist steht fest
The ten Barkeeper in the "Barkeeper of the year" category and the five young talents in the "Best Barkeeper Talent" category will be demonstrating their knowledge and skills over the next few weeks.
Funky. Loyal. Strong.
Mirco Giumelli has been managing the bar at the luxurious Grace La Margna Hotel since it opened three years ago. Originally from Grosio in northern Italy, the bar manager has built up a stable team that...
Product News
Opius
Beaver’s Dram Beaveroni
Rimuss Prestige Millésimé Blanc de Blancs
Möhl Abricot
Säntis Malt Single Cask Exploration Sherry Oloroso
Redesign and product line expansion
Savo Elderflower x Peach Aperitif
Iva Geist
BAR NEWS Magazine
BAR NEWS 2 | 2026
"News, Products, Trends & Lifestyle"
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: Report & Winner Profile
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Whisky
: Scotland's Whisky Boom and Its Consequences
Knowledge
The "Bar Beverage Menu" brochure for 2026/2027 is now available
Barkeeper, restaurant owners, and beverage retailers can quickly and easily find products, brands, and their manufacturers or general importers in the Bar Beverage Catalog 2026/2027—all without the need for electronic tools. The Bar Beverage Catalog is updated annually…
The beer that wanted to be wine
Anyone who thinks beer is always light and thirst-quenching has probably never tasted barley wine. This strong brew is not an after-work beer—it's a statement in a glass....
Kweichow Moutai: China's liquid gold
Moutai is a unique symbol of Baijiu in China. It has witnessed the passage of time and lived through historical turning points. To this day, drinking moutai together - whether...
Summer, sun, wheat beer
Especially in Bavaria and neighboring parts of Austria, wheat beer has a long tradition and deep cultural roots. There is hardly a cozy beer garden where people don't enjoy the slender...
Foraging – ingredients gathered by hand
At first glance, foraging sounds like it has endless benefits. Many plants that grow in forests and meadows are not only edible, but also very aromatic. In addition...
People
Das grosse Interview mit Elmir Medunjanin, Director of Bars & Lounge Appenzeller Huus
Eine einzigartige Chance», sagt der Barprofi, der die Pläne für das «Botanicum» selbst gezeichnet hat. Das Interieur und die technische Ausstattung des nach Feng-Shui-Kriterien gebauten Lokals sind spektakulär. Blickfang ist…
10 Questions for Julia Lampe
After working seasonal positions at the Carlton Hotel in St. Moritz and the Morosani Schweizerhof in Davos, I held various roles in fine dining. I then took up my position as demi-chef…
10 Questions for Lukas Lindt
After my time as assistant bar manager at the Alchemist, I had the opportunity to help build the Basso and shape it as its head bartender. A blend of restaurant, bar, and club that combines creativity and…
10 questions for Paulina Tkaczyk
Since then, I have trained, worked in bars all over Poland, and became a bar manager at the age of 24. After seven years behind the bar, a lucky turn of events led me to...
10 questions for Sara Lema Crespo
I quickly became fascinated by life in the mountains and fell in love with this extraordinary environment. I have always been very eager to learn and discover new things, which made me...
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Events
Cider bringt sich in Stellung für die Zukunft
Im Zentrum des Branchentreffens standen der Austausch unter den Herstellern und diversen Fachstellen wie auch das Aufzeigen von Herausforderungen und Chancen für die Cider-Kategorie in der Schweiz. Mit gemeinsamen Massnahmen…
Europe’s 50 Best Bars erstmals in Amsterdam verliehen
Mit Europe’s 50 Best Bars entsteht ein neuer, eigenständiger Branchenstandard für Europas Barszene. Nach The World’s 50 Best Bars, North America’s 50 Best Bars und Asia’s 50 Best Bars erhält…
Get your ticket for the SWISS COCKTAIL OPEN 2026
On Monday, May 4, the grand finale of the 6th SWISS COCKTAIL OPEN will take place at Chicago 1928 (Hall 550) in Zurich-Oerlikon. We are delighted to be hosting the finale again this year...
Bars and pubs
Honegg Bar «1905»auf 914 m ü. M.
Búho Rooftop Bar & Eatery in Rümlang
Schweizerhof Bar Luzern in neuem Gewand
Economy
2026 Survey of the 101 Best Bars
Once a year, a new edition of the SWISS BARGUIDE is published, featuring the 101 best bars in Switzerland. In the spirit of bar culture and its diverse community, the editorial team at…
Premium Trade: Your Source for Premium Non-Alcoholic Beverages
These include a sparkling wine alternative made from up to 13 different organic teas, a premium 0% sparkling wine made from hand-picked grapes with Halal certification, and a high-end Barelixir made from natural ingredients. At…
New Managing Director at Spiritsuisse
The 38-year-old communications and public affairs specialist has succeeded Peter Platzer as of January 1, 2026. Platzer is retiring after 31 years in the role. Eric Marbach has at the…