Bars & Cocktails

30/08/2025

The Nikka Perfect Serve is no ordinary cocktail contest with bartenders tested on how they handle real guests, with three judges role-playing bar patrons. Ten competitors each had to shake, stir and charm their way through two omakase-style cocktails plus their signature drink, all built around this year’s theme: “Bridging Time and Taste.”

A bold flavour bomb of whisky, Japanese apple jam and lavender bitters that stole the show at the 2025 Nikka Perfect Serve.

29/08/2025

Hickson House Distilling Co. has announced it will shift its distilling operations from its original home in The Rocks.

28/08/2025

Scapegrace Distilling Co. is introducing a dedicated local sales team and taking its Australia distribution in-house.

26/08/2025

This year, Campari has partnered with YCK Laneways to extend the Negroni Week festivities across the full month of September, with venues throughout the precinct creating unique variations on the drink.

YCK Laneways and Campari are expanding the annual Negroni Week initiative into a month-long celebration across the nightlife precinct.

25/08/2025

With five limited-edition cocktails replacing cola on the menu, Old Love’s and Diplomático are spotlighting rum’s versatility behind the bar.

With five limited-edition cocktails, Old Love’s and Diplomático are spotlighting rum’s versatility behind the bar.

23/08/2025

Anneliese Grazioli and Joey Folkersma are giving local bartenders a place to grow their confidence and creativity through Hospo & Hanky.

22/08/2025

As part of a cocktail weekender, Singapore's Sago House will serve cocktails that contributed to the bars ranking in Asia's 50 Best Bars.

18/08/2025

From launching Aussie agave spirit Beudi to creating the cult-favourite Blinky Bill cocktail, Jack Connor champions native ingredients, inventive drinks, and bars that back local producers.

From launching Aussie agave spirit Beudi to creating the Blinky Bill cocktail, Jack Connor champions native ingredients and inventive drinks.

16/08/2025

The new partnership will see Proof Drinks Australia bringing Kirker Greer's standout Irish and Japanese brands to the on-premise.

15/08/2025

The three-month takeover inside the Japanese hospitality precinct features a curated Suntory cocktail menu and bar snacks from Chef Tetsuya Wakuda.

14/08/2025

Under the agreement with CCEP, Bacardi-Martini will be leading engagement with key brands across the on-premise channel.

14/08/2025

Maker’s Mark has announced the debut of Star Hill Farm Whisky, the distillery’s first new mashbill and first wheat whisky in its 70-year history.

It’s the first new mashbill for Maker’s Mark in 70 years, with a focus on regenerative farming in the production process.