These are the finalists of the SWISS COCKTAIL OPEN 2025
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Anthony Christen is Best Barkeeper Talent 2024
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Mikkeller Zurich
26 new Swiss beer sommeliers
10 questions for Dominik Hänni
August Bar St. Gallen
Zurich Bar Show 2025
Bernese mat Ingwergino
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
Anthony Christen is Best Barkeeper Talent 2024
It was his first competition and an immediate success. With his all-time drink "Not Berry Secret" and his relaxed manner, Anthony Christen was able to impress. "It's the perfect mix...
A roundabout route to your dream job
The Barkeeper of the Year award comes at just the right time for Alessandro Cogoni. On the one hand for the Jo. Bar de quartier, where he recently became a partner, but also for the...
Product News
Bernese mat Ingwergino
Chopfab Draft
The Macallan Harmony Collection Vibrant Oak
Bruichladdich Octomore 15 Series
Rumundo Choco Cream Liqueur
Glenfiddich Grand Château
Coruba Basler Ryyviera 15 Years Limited Edition
Bruichladdich Port Charlotte Syc: 01 2013
BAR NEWS Magazine
BAR NEWS 1 | 2025
Portugal, Sol e Porto
Focus topic: Portugal
News from the world of port wine
World of Whisky
Blended Whisky
Nullpromille Trophy
Reportage and winner portraits
Knowledge
On the wooden path - barrel aged beers
The Celts are considered to be the inventors of the wooden barrel made of staves (= longitudinal timbers). Long before there were stainless steel or plastic containers, wooden barrels were the preferred transport and storage containers for...
A glass of milk (punch), please!
Bloody Mary too spicy? Of course, guests in this emergency situation can order a glass of milk. In any other case, however, he should not be concerned about the raised eyebrows...
122 drink recipes in the new Bar Mixbooklet 2025
The new edition of the handy Bar Mixbooklet provides a lot of basic knowledge on how to mix drinks with and without alcohol, for example, and what to look out for in order to prepare good cocktails....
The fine rum from Martinique
The Caribbean island is 30 × 80 kilometers in size - just a third of the size of Mallorca. Like nearby Guadeloupe, Martinique belongs to France as an overseas territory and...
Why you should pre-batch drinks. And why not...
Shaken, not stirred! If James Bond were to order his Vodka Martini today, there's a good chance he'd be served his cocktail pre-batched from the freezer. "À la minute" or "prebatched...
People
10 questions for Dominik Hänni
I've always loved being creative, although never good with pens or brushes, but all the better behind the bar. My favorite thing to do is create unique and unusual cocktails for my guests.
Alex Skarlen, Lucy's Flower Shop, Stockholm
It was my dream to work in this industry from an early age, but I wasn't allowed to start until I was sixteen. I inherited this dream from my family, as my...
10 questions for Fabien Theisgen
I got into the world of bars because I wanted to combine my creativity and authentic interaction with customers. Before my current position, I managed the Code...
10 questions for Ramon Landolt
The love of enjoyment and the fascination for the variety of flavors are my passion. I traveled to New York to learn the bar trade. After my return, I became...
In conversation with Urs Ullrich, owner of Paul Ullrich AG, Münchenstein
BAR NEWS: What motivates you to be in the business every day and drive the company forward? Urs Ullrich: Yes, certainly the many fantastic creative opportunities to develop projects and ideas with the employees.
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Events
Secure your ticket for the SWISS COCKTAIL OPEN 2025
On Monday, May 5, the grand final of the 5th SWISS COCKTAIL OPEN will take place at Chicago 1928 (Hall 550) in Zurich-Oerlikon. We are looking forward to organizing the final again this...
GLUG deguFESTIVAL 2025: The B2B platform for gastronomy and retail
This unique event is the ideal opportunity to familiarize yourself with the latest trends in the beverage industry, discover innovative products and make valuable business contacts. Diversity and innovation -...
Zagg offers inspiration and experiences
Over the course of four days, exhibitors will be showcasing new products and services on various topics such as food, technology, ambience and sustainability. Current and future professionals can take advantage of exclusive offers and...
Bars and restaurants
Mikkeller Zurich
August Bar St. Gallen
Caverno in Bülach
Palace Hall, Mürren Palace
Economy
26 new Swiss beer sommeliers
Discovering, tasting and successfully selling beer" received their well-earned certificates. As Swiss beer sommeliers, they use their acquired knowledge to convey that beer is a cultural asset with a long tradition, which is characterized by diversity and...
Zurich Bar Show 2025
Initiated by Armin Azadpour (Lupo Bar) and organized with Wolfgang Mayer (Widder Bar) and Daniel Staub (The Pouring Tales), the event is aimed specifically at industry professionals. In the...
Diwisa AG becomes exclusive distributor of Kindschi
Kindschi Söhne AG, a traditional Swiss distillery, announces an important strategic partnership: As of April 14, 2025, Diwisa AG, based in Willisau, will take over the exclusive distribution...