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Simone Caporale's Sips and Boadas take over the Donovan Bar

Simone Caporale’s Sips, named No.3 on The World’s 50 Best Bars 2022, and Boadas Bar are heading to the Donovan Bar in Mayfair, London, for a two-night takeover sponsored by Amaro Santoni this September.

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by Eleanor Yates
17 August, 2023

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New Sexy Fish to open in Manchester

Caprice Holdings has announced the launch of the third Sexy Fish, opening this Autumn in Manchester’s Spinningfields.

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by Oli Dodd
14 August, 2023

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Wine and Spirit Trade Association launches first guide for no and low

The Wine and Spirit Trade Association has launched the UK’s first comprehensive alcohol guide for the no and low category.

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by Oli Dodd
08 August, 2023

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RumFest returns to London for its 17th year

RumFest, the world’s longest-running rum festival, has announced it will be returning for its 17th year to London’s ILEC Conference Centre this October for a three-day event hosted by global rum ambassador, Ian Burrell.

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by Oli Dodd
03 August, 2023

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Durum wheat vodka launches in the UK

Altamura Distilleries has announced the UK arrival of its flagship vodka, a product believed to be the first wholly made from Italy’s protected Altamura durum wheat.

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by Hamish Smith
02 August, 2023

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Mexico City’s Licorería Limantour announces three-day residency at Sexy Fish

Mexico City bar Licorería Limantour has announced a three-day residency at London’s Sexy Fish that kicks off on Tuesday 1 August.

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by Oli Dodd
01 August, 2023

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Connaught Bar’s Bargiani and Perrone star at Tales’ Spirited Awards 2023

Bartenders from Connaught Bar in London took two of the top awards at Tales of the Cocktail’s Spirited Awards last night in New Orleans (Thursday 27th July).

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by Hamish Smith
28 July, 2023

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Laki Kane launches new Tropical Speakeasy menu

Islington tropical bar and Thai restaurant, Laki Kane, has announced the launch of a new menu inspired by rum history through the lens of modern mixology.

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by Oli Dodd
27 July, 2023

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Alex Lawrence Milia named managing director of Mr Lyan group

Alex Lawrence Milia has been promoted to managing director of Mr Lyan group and is now co-owner of the company’s venues.

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by Shay Waterworth
26 July, 2023

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Entries to Hacha's cocktail competition open

Agave bar Hacha is bringing back its competition to find Britain’s best tequila and mezcal cocktails, with the grand final to be held on Monday 18th September.

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by Hamish Smith
18 July, 2023

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Master of Malt Trade extends 'next-day' ordering cut off time

The hospitality landscape is changing; unpredictability around consumer attendance and spending habits means that businesses are having to become incredibly nimble and flexible, whilst closely watching cashflow.

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by Sponsored Content
18 July, 2023

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Bench owners to open The Pearl at Park Hill in Sheffield

Owners of Bench in Sheffield, Jack Wakelin and Tom ‘Ronnie’ Aronica, will open their second venue in August, The Pearl at Park Hill.

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by Hamish Smith
17 July, 2023

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The winner of the CBA's Sustainable Practices Award is...

Many bars now employing sustainable practices, but some go deeper than others. One such bar is our winner: Ugly Butterfly by Adam Handling in St Ives, Cornwall.

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by Hamish Smith
12 July, 2023

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Hannah Lanfear to host new category education series

Speciality Drinks is to launch a new category education series, Speciality Sessions, headed up by new advocacy manager Hannah Lanfear.

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by Hamish Smith
10 July, 2023

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Bar Antoine opens at Four Seasons Park Lane

Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane in Mayfair has opened the doors to Bar Antoine.

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by Hamish Smith
04 July, 2023

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Agile Media to bring back The Sommelier Wine Awards

Agile Media, owner of CLASS, has agreed an exclusive deal with Imbibe Live to bring back The Sommelier Wine Awards for 2024.

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by Hamish Smith
03 July, 2023

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The Monin Punch Pong opens for entries

Monin is inviting bartenders to join them for the return of the MONIN Punch Pong Series 2023, supported by Plantation Rum.

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by Sponsored Content
03 July, 2023

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Axia Spirit Announces Journey to Athens competition

Axia Spirit has announced the launch of its first cocktail competition, Journey to Athens 2023.

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by Sponsored Content
29 June, 2023

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Passing Fancies' Matt Arnold takes World Class GB crown

Matt Arnold, co-owner of Passing Fancies in Birmingham, was named the World Class Great Britain champion yesterday.

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by Hamish Smith
29 June, 2023

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London’s Monica Berg heads most influential list

Monica Berg has topped Drinks International’s Bar World 100 in association with Perrier, which celebrates the most influential bar industry figures globally.

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by Hamish Smith
27 June, 2023

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Find out which bar has the best Social Media Presence

With an ever-more important part to play in a bar’s operation, the Social Media Presence category (Sponsored by Villa Sandi) saw some of the best showcases of connecting the online world to real-life experiences.

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by Hamish Smith
26 June, 2023

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Eve Bar appoints Mike Redman as new head bartender

Covent Garden’s Eve Bar has announced the appointment of Mike Redman, formerly of American Bar at The Savoy and Lab 22, as head bartender.

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by Oli Dodd
13 June, 2023

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The Connaught Bar team launches content series celebrating their guests

In the bar’s 15th anniversary year, the Connaught Bar has announced a new content series, Connaught Bar Talks, that will celebrate its guests.

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by Oli Dodd
12 June, 2023

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Artesian launches ‘Ingredients of the Future’ menu

Class can reveal that Artesian, located at The Langham London, is launching a new menu titled ‘Ingredients of the Future’.

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by Eleanor Yates
09 June, 2023

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Hacha and Vault Aperitivo launch vermouth designed for agave spirits

Hacha, recently named the UK’s Best Specialist Bar at the Class Bar Awards, has partnered with aperitivo brand Vault to launch a limited-edition white vermouth designed for agave spirits.

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by Oli Dodd
01 June, 2023

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Nobu launches tequila

Nobu has collaborated with QUI Tequila to launch a limited-edition aged tequila available for both on and off-trade sales.

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by Shay Waterworth
01 June, 2023

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Monica Berg to curate and host Le Bar Rouge at Cocktail Spirits with Campari Academy

Multi-award-winning bartender and operator Monica Berg will curate and host Le Bar Rouge, the educational platform at Cocktails Spirits in Paris, in her role as creative director at the Campari Academy.

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by Oli Dodd
01 June, 2023

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Class Bar Awards 2023: Reaction from the winners

Tuesday's Class Bar Awards saw the best of the UK bar industry celebrated at Battersea Arts Centre in London. Class caught up with some of the winners on the night to get their reaction.

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by Eleanor Howard
25 May, 2023