Less alcohol, more spirits

Alcohol statistics 2020/21

The decline in per capita consumption of alcohol is mainly due to fermented beverages. Spirits consumption, on the other hand, remained constant in 2020.

It should be no secret that the Corona pandemic has had an impact on the consumption behaviour of Mr and Mrs Swiss. And it is therefore hardly surprising that the lockdowns are also reflected in the statistics ... Read more ...

Where moments become memories

No Idea Bar, Zurich

Framed by high ceilings and spacious floors, No Idea exudes a semi-private experience in a relaxed environment.

No Idea is more than a bar. It's a journey of discovery through new tastes and flavours, where guests can enjoy an interactive Chef's Table experience while watching their ... Read more...

The sustainable vodka from Finland

Koskenkorva Vodka

Koskenkorva Vodka was founded in 1953 in the village of Koskenkorva. Right from the start, the distillery was keen to produce sustainably.

The distillery's recycling rate is 99.9 per cent, for which it received the Green Company Award. The use of unfiltered water, local barley and a state-of-the-art distillation process result in a pure ... Read more...

Lateltin AG

Distribution takeover of Stoli Brands

The distribution cooperation between Dettling & Marmot AG and the Stoli Group, with the brands Stolichnaya, Elit Vodka, Cenote and Bayou Rum, was terminated at the end of February 2022 and integrated into Lateltin AG as of 1 March 2022.

Lateltin AG will also take over the Kentucky Owl brand from the Stoli Group. Lateltin AG would like to thank Dettling & Marmot AG for the cooperation and is looking forward ... Read more ...

The Fourth Age of the Fée Verte

Absinthe

No spirit has such an eventful history as absinthe. The history of the green fairy shows like no other how close rise and fall, reality and myth, law and rebellion can sometimes be.

It was undoubtedly Switzerland's greatest gift to international cocktail culture: absinthe. First appearing in the 18th-century Val-de-Travers in Neuchâtel, the green fairy transcended in its youth ... Read more...

For art lovers and connoisseurs

Gallery Bar, Thun

In combination with the urban interior design and the recurring cultural events, the Gallery Bar has developed into a sophisticated meeting place on Thun's beautiful Aarequai since its opening.

The homemade craft lemonades and iced teas are already known far beyond the city limits, as are the refreshing signature cocktails of owner Gage Plecic and the innovative gourmet cuisine of Galician Alejandro ... Read more...

Coffee in cocktails

Interview with Milo Kamil, Head of Coffee Lab Zurich

Coffee provides many bartenders with the necessary caffeine kick towards the end of their shift. But not only! As a liqueur, as in White Russian, or freshly brewed, as in Espresso Martini, Carajillo or Irish Coffee, it also plays an important role in many mixed drinks. But the full potential of coffee cocktails has yet to be reached.

If you consult the recipe for drinks such as the Espresso Martini, for example, you will find the ingredient "espresso" listed as one of the ingredients. But let's look at it from a different angle ... Read more ...

Large-scale aid project

Vodka Zelensky: Swiss premium vodka for Ukraine

Vodka Zelensky is a new premium vodka brand, launched solely to support and provide uncomplicated assistance to Ukrainians affected by the war.

The premium quality vodka will initially be produced in Switzerland; other countries will follow shortly. Vodka Zelensky is committed to disclosing the audited annual reports in order to verify the use of the ... Read more...

Production in Latvia

Stoli® Group condemns Russian aggression

After several queries and confusions regarding the origin of Stoli (Stolichnaya) and Elit Vodka, it is important to clarify that Stoli and Elit Vodka are produced and bottled in Latvia.

The Stoli Group and its owner Yuri Shefler were themselves expelled from Russia almost two decades ago. The Stoli® Group has long been fighting against the oppression of the Russian regime. We ... Read more ...

Save the Date!

20 years of SWISS BAR AWARDS

The SWISS BAR AWARDS will take place again this year. From 1 May, bars and Barkeeper can apply in seven categories and compete for the coveted awards. In 2022, the SWISS BAR AWARDS will be awarded for the 20th time. This great anniversary will be celebrated in a special way at the Award Night on Sunday, 23 October 2022.

For an award of the most prestigious award of the Swiss bar scene, one is still happy to find a suitable place in every bar. But only the best of the best can boast one of the ... Read more...

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