Month: May 2021

Beer and whiskey

More Swissness thanks to Swiss malt

The small amount of malting barley grown in Switzerland has to be sent abroad for malting. Or rather, "had to," because there are now a few small malting plants in Switzerland, and soon there will even be some larger ones.

Four ingredients are needed to make beer. But apart from malt, hops, and yeast, water is usually the only truly local ingredient in beer. However, even though water makes up the largest proportion... Continue reading...

Lime, ruby grapefruit, and muscovado sugar

New products from Monin

Monin brings fresh citrus flavors and the sweetness of Muscovado sugar from Mauritius to your glass.

The new LeFruit flavors Lime and Ruby Grapefruit are impressive not only because they contain 50% fruit and have a fruity texture. Their freshness, which both... Continue reading...

Old school, but not only...

À l’Ancienne, Geneva

A tasteful blend of urban flair and sophisticated, colorful décor—that's what awaits you at the new À l'Ancienne Bar in the heart of Geneva on the Rhone.

Kevton and his bar team will take care of your every need, ensuring you enjoy a delightful evening with friends, a romantic rendezvous, or an unforgettable birthday. The offer includes ... Read more ...

Cash course in Zurich

Spring course at the BAR NEWS Academy

Refreshing their expertise, learning the techniques, and familiarizing themselves with all kinds of spirits that are important in a bar. These are just some of the reasons why eight interested participants took part in the cocktail and bartending course in Zurich on April 25, 2021.

If you want to learn the craft of bartending, you need more than a recipe book and two or three YouTube tutorials. Only those who stand behind the bar themselves and handle the spirits, liqueurs, syrups ... Continue reading ...

Matteo Moscatelli qualifies for the final

Swiss World Class Qualifying Tournament

Thanks to his professional and charming presentation, Matteo Moscatelli prevailed against his eight competitors. The Barkeeper the Widder Bar in Zurich will now take part in the global final from June 4 to 8, 2021.

The Swiss qualifying round of the World Class Competition organized by Diageo was as challenging as ever. Four challenges had to be mastered with speed, creativity, and skill. Whether it was a cocktail flight with Tanqueray No. Ten, ... Continue reading ...

Bartender International

Fabio La Pietra, SubAstor Bar, São Paulo

A lot has happened in South America in recent years and many cocktail bars have opened that have also made a name for themselves internationally. Of course, if an Italian, whose brother is also active in the scene, gains a foothold in São Paulo, it can almost only be a success.

Fabio was born in 1989 in San Severo in the Puglia region of Italy. His journey into the world of bartending began when he followed in the footsteps of his older brother, ... Read more...

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