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SWISS COCKTAIL OPEN 2025

André Haueter mixes Switzerland's best cocktail of 2025 with "At Night All Cats Are Grey"

On May 5, 2025, 23 finalists mixed drinks live in front of an audience in Zurich to compete for the title of "Best Cocktail in Switzerland 2025." André Haueter from the Cocktailbar zum Türk in Solothurn impressed the jury with his creative cocktail creation "At Night All Cats Are Grey."

At the 5th Swiss Cocktail Open on May 5, 2025, in Zurich, 23 finalists mixed cocktails live in front of an audience to compete for the title of "Best Cocktail in Switzerland 2025." André Haueter from ... Continue reading ...

Apply by May 31

Wanted: Switzerland's best Barkeeper and bars 2025

The SWISS BAR AWARDS recognize the best Barkeeper the hottest bars in Switzerland. Interested bar professionals and bars can apply online or submit a nomination until May 31.

The SWISS BAR AWARDS recognize outstanding achievements each year. This award ceremony is the oldest and most prestigious award in the Swiss gastronomy scene. The awards are presented in the following seven categories: ... Continue reading ...

Grand finale on May 5

These are the finalists of the SWISS COCKTAIL OPEN 2025

The 24 finalists for the Swiss Cocktail Open 2025 have been announced. On May 5, they will mix their cocktail creations live in front of an audience in Zurich-Oerlikon and compete for the title of "Best Cocktail in Switzerland 2025."

The SWISS COCKTAIL OPEN is Switzerland's largest cocktail competition. Once again this year, the format motivated Barkeeper all over Switzerland to submit their cocktail recipes. Until the end of ... Continue reading ...

Live on May 5

Get your ticket for the SWISS COCKTAIL OPEN 2025

Get your ticket now and be there live on May 5, 2025, when Switzerland's best cocktail will be crowned at the grand finale of the SWISS COCKTAIL OPEN.

On Monday, May 5, the grand finale of the 5th 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... Read more...

Best young talent

Anthony Christen is Best Barkeeper 2024

Anthony Christen from the Dr. Zhivago Bar in Zurich impresses with his cocktails and artistic talent. He wins his first competition and takes home the winner's trophy.

It was his first competition and an instant success. Anthony Christen impressed the judges with his signature drink, "Not Berry Secret," and his calm demeanor. "It's the perfect blend ... Continue reading ...

Beer knowledge

On the wrong track – Barrel-aged beers

What does it mean when you read barrel aged or aged in wooden barrels on beer labels and which beers are hidden behind them? Five points about wooden barrels, beers aged in them and why they delight beer fans.

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 ... Read more ...

Portrait of Alessandro Cogoni

A roundabout route to your dream job

Alessandro Cogoni lives for his job. Shortly before his 20th anniversary as Barkeeper , he Barkeeper the coveted title Barkeeper the Year.

For Alessandro Cogoni, the award for Barkeeper the Year comes at just the right time. On the one hand, for Jo. Bar de quartier, where he recently became a partner, and on the other hand, also for ... Continue reading ...

Nullpromille Trophy

Ruben da Silva and Melina Reusser mix the best non-alcoholic cocktails

On January 27, the Swiss bar scene celebrated the final of the 14th Swiss Nullpromille Trophy, where the best non-alcoholic cocktails, known as mocktails, from across Switzerland were chosen.

Ruben da Silva from the Eden Bar – La Réserve Eden au Lac in Zurich and Melina Reusser from the Atelier Classic Bar in Thun impressed the jury with their ... Continue reading ...

Short trip overseas

Bar tour New York

A team from BAR NEWS embarked on an exciting short trip to New York, where they explored the city's diverse bar scene. New York offers an impressive selection of outstanding bars, some of which have been named among North America's 50 Best Bars 2024 and The World's 50 Best Bars 2024.

In addition to excellent cocktails, mocktails, and no- and Low-ABV, the selection of appealing bar food was also impressive. Service and hospitality were the focus in all of the bars visited. The following provides an insight ... Continue reading ...

Best Bar Team 2024

Communication, respect, and empathy lead to the title

The Louis Bar and Hemingway Rum Lounge at the Hotel Montana in Lucerne wins the award in the Best Bar Team category. Bar manager Levent Yilmaz tells us exactly what makes them a "top team."

From the staircase leading down from the entrance lobby to the Louis Bar, you can already see a garland of letters hanging with the words: "Best Bar Team." The beaming Levent Yilmaz says ... Continue reading ...

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