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Tanqueray Aperitivo

Tanqueray Aperitivo tastes exactly the way a good Spritz should: fresh, slightly bitter, with a natural sweetness that isn't cloying.

The focus is on pink grapefruit, combined with carefully selected botanicals for which Tanqueray has been known for generations. The result is a drink that seems complex but remains uncomplicated. Prepared according to … Read more …

Grossopanel AG

Those who understand their purchases run their businesses more successfully

How much do you spend on beverages each month? Which supplier do you buy the most from? Which spirits are gaining popularity, and which are seeing a decline in sales? Most bar owners would find it very difficult to answer these questions.

This is because their purchasing data is spread across various suppliers: national wholesalers, specialty beverage retailers, wine suppliers, and regional providers. A complete overview is usually lacking. This is exactly where the Grossopanel comes in. For over 30 years … Read more …

With a garden terrace

Villa Florhof Bar & Brasserie, Zurich

The Bar & Brasserie, which is open all day, is located on the ground floor of Villa Florhof and opens onto a spacious garden terrace.

During the warmer months, it becomes a relaxing spot for lunch, an aperitif, or dinner. Wines and beverages tell a vibrant story—shaped by encounters, terroirs, and time. In … Read more …

Cocktail recipes and knowledge

122 Drink Recipes in the New " Bar Mixbooklet " 2027

The 2027 edition of * Bar Mixbooklet * is now available. This new edition provides a broad foundation of knowledge about cocktails and includes 122 appealing recipes for classic drinks as well as trendy and non-alcoholic drinks. The booklet can be ordered for free from the BAR NEWS Shop starting today.

The new edition of this handy Bar Mixbooklet a wealth of basic knowledge, such as how to mix alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and what to look out for when preparing good cocktails ... Continue reading ...

Win Tickets

BCB 2026: Bar Convent Berlin Kicks Off Its 20th Edition

From October 12 to 14, 2026, the international bar and beverage industry will gather at the Berlin Exhibition Grounds for the 20th edition of Bar Convent Berlin (BCB).

Since its debut in 2007, the BCB has become one of the world’s leading industry gatherings. With new formats, fresh perspectives, and a fundamentally revamped education concept, the BCB … Read more …

Distribution Partnership in Switzerland

Coca-Cola HBC Acquires Brown-Forman Distribution

Effective October 1, 2026, Coca-Cola HBC Switzerland will assume exclusive distribution of Brown-Forman’s premium spirits portfolio in Switzerland.

These include Jack Daniel’s, Diplomático Rum, Gin Mare, Woodford Reserve, El Jimador, Herradura, The Glendronach, Benriach, Glenglassaugh, and Chambord. The partnership covers retail, hospitality, and wholesale. With the integration, … Continue reading …

2026 Shortlist

Swiss Bar Awards 2026: The finalists have been announced!

A total of 21 finalists have qualified for the finals of the 2026 Swiss Bar Awards in 7 categories. On October 27, they will compete for the coveted awards at the grand Awards Night in Baden.

Following an intensive selection process involving a panel of experts, which began in May with the call for entries, the shortlist for the 2026 Swiss Bar Awards has now been finalized. Three bartenders each, … Read more …

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