CLASS

02/06/2026

✨ Introducing: The CLASS Commended

For the first time ever, we’re going beyond the shortlist.

These are the bars that caught the attention of our 180-strong panel of industry experts across the UK - venues that were voted for, vouched for and deserve recognition.

First up: New Bar of the Year 🍸

The shortlist isn’t the whole story. Discover the bars that made an impression and earned a CLASS Commended nod.

🔗 https://classbarmag.com/news/fullstory.php/aid/2259/The_CLASS_Commended%3A_shining_a_light_on_venues_beyond_the_shortlists_-_first_up_New_Bar_of_the_Year.html

21/05/2026

Just weeks after taking the coveted crown of Bar Manager of the Year at the CLASS Bar Awards, .konomi has been promoted to Beverage Manager of .theowo.🕵🏻‍♂️

Read more: https://classbarmag.com/news/fullstory.php/aid/2256/Sotiris_Konomi_receives_Raffles_London_promotion.html

21/05/2026

Great bars don’t just shape drinks culture, they can shape communities too. Our Sustainability & Community Impact Award 2026 goes to .lounge 🌍🍸

Through their ongoing quest to become more self-sufficient on the Isle of Man, .lounge has shown that planet and community-positive practices don’t have to be at odds with profitability. 🌱 CLASSBarAwards

21/05/2026

We are pleased to share that we have been named a Top 10 Nominee for Best Cocktail & Spirits Publication at the 2026 Spirited Awards by 🍸

A massive thank you to everyone who reads, supports, collaborates and champions what we do and thank you for the nomination 🫶

19/05/2026

takes on new head of operations role. Read more - https://classbarmag.com/news/fullstory.php/aid/2255/Rachel_Orange_takes_on_new_head_of_operations_role.html

19/05/2026

Have you met our Front of House Star of the Year 2026? ⭐

from has excelled at delivering personalised hospitality at scale, combining detailed systems, exceptional training and emotional intelligence in every guest interaction.

Thoughtful, intuitive and consistently outstanding, represents the very best of modern hospitality.

18/05/2026

Have you tried our Cocktail of the Year 2026? 🍸

The Unfiltered Martini, a madcap take on the classic Martini by which sees mashed potato sous vide with enzymes and bacteria for four hours before being filtered and batched with vodka.

Created by and by consensus from our CLASS Collective, it’s the “perfect drink”.

13/05/2026

On 1 June, Nancy’s is set to open its doors in the heart of London Bridge.

On 1 June, Nancy’s is set to open its doors in the heart of London Bridge. Situated within the Brutalist egg-box style Colechurch House, designed...

12/05/2026

Win a trip to South America with Giffard West Cup 2026.

Bartenders are invited to come out from behind the bar and into the spotlight for Giffard’s renowned 2026

12/05/2026

There is nothing more special about your bar than where it’s from, says Dereece Gardner of Desire cocktail bar in Stoke-on-Trent.

There is nothing more special about your bar than where it’s from, says Dereece Gardner of Desire cocktail bar in Stoke-on-Trent. Cocktail culture...