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Sydney-based hospitality group Liquid & Larder officially opens the doors to its two latest venues today, Euro-style hot...
30/01/2025

Sydney-based hospitality group Liquid & Larder officially opens the doors to its two latest venues today, Euro-style hotel bar Bar Julius and Mexican restaurant and mezcalerita Lottie.

Liquid & Larder euro-style bar Bar Julius and rooftop restaurant Lottie are the latest venues to open in Redfern's Wunderlich Lane precinct.

The Cointreau Margarita Challenge is once again open for entries, with bartenders from across the country challenged to ...
27/01/2025

The Cointreau Margarita Challenge is once again open for entries, with bartenders from across the country challenged to show a commitment to sustainability, with the theme for 2025 being: ‘No Waste Margarita – From Fruit to Leaf’. This year’s competition is bigger than ever, challenging bartenders to demonstrate their commitment to sustainable practices in their cocktail creations.

The 2025 Cointreau Margarita Challenge is now open with the theme: ‘No Waste Margarita – From Fruit to Leaf’.

When it comes to hospitality, Kurtis Bosley has a resume and experience that is hard to beat. He’s the owner of three ba...
24/01/2025

When it comes to hospitality, Kurtis Bosley has a resume and experience that is hard to beat. He’s the owner of three bars across Sydney’s Northern Beaches, the owner of Bloc Bottled Cocktails and the owner of Oi Hospitality Group, which among other things, is a hospitality consultancy helping brings concepts and designs to life. Bars and Clubs had the opportunity to chat with Kurtis about what he thinks will be the big cocktails, spirits and ingredients for 2025 and what he is excited about for the 12 months ahead.

We chat with Kurtis Bosley about what he thinks will be the big cocktails, spirits and ingredients for 2025.

In the latest of our series highlighting women in our industry, we speak with Sarah Prowse, Head of Production and Disti...
23/01/2025

In the latest of our series highlighting women in our industry, we speak with Sarah Prowse, Head of Production and Distilling at Four Pillars, whom she began working with in 2020 after a 15-year stint in winemaking. In our conversation, Sarah explains what drove her to pursue distilling and reflects on the memorable moments in her four-year career with Four Pillars, including being inducted into the prestigious Gin Guild.

In conversation with Bars and Clubs, Four Pillars Head Distiller Sarah Prowse talks industry accolades and finding inspiration.

our of the bars along Sydney’s infamous Enmore Road and King Street have collectively launched all-new happy hour offeri...
23/01/2025

our of the bars along Sydney’s infamous Enmore Road and King Street have collectively launched all-new happy hour offerings, embodying the best of the Inner West’s small bar culture. The line up includes Earl’s Juke Joint, Jacoby’s Tiki Bar, The Trocadero Room and The Magpie, with offers that range from $7 local beers to $12 cocktails kicking off at 5pm and running late into the evening.

Four bars in the Sydney suburbs of Enmore and Newtown have brought the best of the city's bar culture to life with new happy hours.

Harriet Leigh is approaching a decade at Archie Rose, and as Head of Hospitality she's grateful for the ever-changing la...
20/01/2025

Harriet Leigh is approaching a decade at Archie Rose, and as Head of Hospitality she's grateful for the ever-changing landscape of Australia's hospitality industry. Throughout her career with Archie Rose, Harriet says it’s been a rollercoaster of a journey and she’s grateful to have been along for the ride. In particular, she takes great joy from her involvement in Archie Rose’s cultural partnerships and the access they provide to Australian arts events. At its core, Harriet says hospitality is about giving yourself to others, and that's something we discuss in our interview.

Harriet Leigh is approaching a decade at Archie Rose, and is grateful for the ever-changing landscape of Australia's hospitality industry.

Bellicose Gin, developed by Trish Brew, is a juniper-forward, all-natural pink gin created to work in cocktails as well ...
16/01/2025

Bellicose Gin, developed by Trish Brew, is a juniper-forward, all-natural pink gin created to work in cocktails as well as with tonic – Fever-Tree, of course. After sharing the news of her passion project in late December, Trish sat down with Bars and Clubs to explain how the gin came about, why creating a gin with discernible juniper and natural ingredients wasn't as straightforward as it sounds, and how she hopes bartenders will experiment with it 🎀

Bellicose Gin, developed by Trish Brew, is a juniper-forward, all-natural pink gin created to work in cocktails as well as with tonic – Fever-Tree, of course.... Continue reading

The team at Lark has brought together the two esteemed whisky cultures of Tasmania and Japan in the latest release from ...
17/12/2024

The team at Lark has brought together the two esteemed whisky cultures of Tasmania and Japan in the latest release from its Rare Cask Series, which sees Lark’s award-winning single malt finished in rare Japanese Mizunara casks. The combination of 200-year-old rare and precious Mizunara oak with Lark’s single malt whisky draws out enticing aromas sandalwood, peaches, cream and “a whisper of coconut”.

Japan and Tasmania are two renowned whisky cultures that the Lark team has harmoniously blended in its Mizunara Rare Cask release.

The Everleigh in Melbourne is promising an unforgettable journey through 1920s Europe this New Year’s Eve with an immers...
16/12/2024

The Everleigh in Melbourne is promising an unforgettable journey through 1920s Europe this New Year’s Eve with an immersive and luxurious cocktail experience, inspired by the iconic Orient Express. The Everleigh Express will take guests on a one-way journey with drinks inspired by the beautiful cities along the Orient Express’ original route.

The Everleigh is promising an unforgettable journey this New Year’s Eve, with a luxurious cocktail experience.

A Sydney duo have come together for the creation of three signature Martinis, crafted from Hickson House Distilling Co’s...
13/12/2024

A Sydney duo have come together for the creation of three signature Martinis, crafted from Hickson House Distilling Co’s award-winning range of gins. Showcasing the uniquely Australian characteristics of Hickson House gins, the Sydney-based distillery has partnered with Sydney bar Gowings on a trio of Martinis, each offering a distinct flavour highlighting the vibrancy of Australian-made gin and locally sourced ingredients.

In a unique collaboration between Gowings and Hickson House, the three cocktails showcase the distinctly Australian Hickson House gin range.

Small bar group House of Pocket has opened its latest Sydney venue, Kasippu, which combines Sri Lankan curry, cocktails,...
12/12/2024

Small bar group House of Pocket has opened its latest Sydney venue, Kasippu, which combines Sri Lankan curry, cocktails, live music, karaoke and Hydralyte slushies under the roof of a heritage building.

New bar Kasippu from House of Pocket combines a Sri Lankan Curry House, cocktail bar, live music and karaoke in a heritage building.

Glengoyne has partnered with Berkelouw Bookstore in Sydney’s Paddington to create The Glengoyne Whisky Library experienc...
10/12/2024

Glengoyne has partnered with Berkelouw Bookstore in Sydney’s Paddington to create The Glengoyne Whisky Library experience, a pop-up bar to unite both realms of literature and whisky. Designed to provide its visitors with the opportunity to rest during the busiest time of year, the space offers guests the chance to surround themselves with the ambiance of books and the comfort of Glengoyne’s whisky.

The Glengoyne Whisky Library, in collaboration with Berkelouw Bookstore, will offer a whisky library experience.

Applejack Hospitality was named Best Bar Group Operator at the 2024 Australian Liquor Industry Awards (ALIA), and after ...
06/12/2024

Applejack Hospitality was named Best Bar Group Operator at the 2024 Australian Liquor Industry Awards (ALIA), and after a year where operators have faced more scrutiny than ever, and where poor operations have been rightly called out, we spoke to Applejack’s owners Hamish Watts and Ben Carroll about what it means to win the award and how they go about running multiple venues.

Applejack Hospitality was named Best Bar Group Operator at the 2024 ALIAs, it’s a win with a lot of hard work as its foundations.

Never Never is well-known for its Martini-focused gins and has now collaborated with Gimlet at Cavendish House on a proj...
04/12/2024

Never Never is well-known for its Martini-focused gins and has now collaborated with Gimlet at Cavendish House on a project that was driven by one single challenge – create the driest Martini possible. The collab saw Never Never Head Distiller and Co-Founder, Tim Boast, work closely with the team at Gimlet to embrace the challenge and deliver a Martini that pushed boundaries.

Gimlet at Cavendish House has collaborated with award-winning Never Never to create the driest Martini possible.

Winning the Best Bartender award at the Australian Liquor Industry Awards (ALIA) is no small feat, and this year, the ho...
02/12/2024

Winning the Best Bartender award at the Australian Liquor Industry Awards (ALIA) is no small feat, and this year, the honour went to Alicia Clarke. Known for her creative cocktails and geniuine approach to hospitality, Alicia has spent years perfecting her craft, and the award is testament to her hard work and passion. Bars and Clubs sat down with Alicia to reflect on her ALIA win and her vision for the next 12 months: "Harder. Better. Faster. Stronger.".

Alicia Clarke sat down with Bars and Clubs to reflect on her ALIA win and share her vision: “Harder. Better. Faster. Stronger.”

Ben Ingall is the Group Bars Manager at Liquid & Larder, and with a 12-year bartending career spanning Sydney to London,...
29/11/2024

Ben Ingall is the Group Bars Manager at Liquid & Larder, and with a 12-year bartending career spanning Sydney to London, he explains what makes Australian Eau de Vie Feels Botanical such a unique spirit and how he uses Feels Bask in his cocktail How'd You Like Them Apples?, a highball which is now on tap at The Rover.

Ben Ingall has been bartending in Sydney venues for over a decade and talks about why he was immediately drawn to Feels Botanical.

Congratulations to Charlie Hunter from Savile Row who was crowned the winner of the x Mix Haus all-female cocktail com...
29/11/2024

Congratulations to Charlie Hunter from Savile Row who was crowned the winner of the x Mix Haus all-female cocktail competition on Monday. Charlie was one of four finalists selected from 70 entries, and it was her cocktail With The Times that impressed the judges in the final 🍹

Charlie Hunter from Brisbane's Savile Row was crowned the winner of the x Mix Haus cocktail competition.

Designed with cocktail making in mind, modern Scotch whisky Wee Smoky has officially landed in Australia with an ambitio...
26/11/2024

Designed with cocktail making in mind, modern Scotch whisky Wee Smoky has officially landed in Australia with an ambition to solidify its presence in bars around the world. Crafted with a lighter, sweeter corn base and finished in premium peated whisky casks, Wee Smoky has a hint of smokiness that appeals to the modern consumer and a new wave of cocktail drinkers, making it an approachable entry point into the Scotch whisky category.

Modern Scotch whisky Wee Smoky was designed with cocktail making in mind, challenging pre-conceived rules associated with the drink.

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After 18 years of publication as a magazine, Bars and Clubs is now a digital-only publication as we aim to be more relevant to our readers and the changing landscape of the industry.

Bars and Clubs remains a showcase of what the industry has to offer, covering the current trends, ideas, innovations and issues circulating throughout the bar industry in Australia.

Bars and Clubs continues to cover the key elements of bar culture including bartender and venue profiles, in depth spirit and beer category reviews, new products and launches, classic and contemporary cocktail recipes, as well as coverage of the major competitions and industry events, in an engaging and resourceful manner to ensure you stay up-to-date with everything that is going on in this great industry.

Bars and Clubs is also co-presenter of the annual Australian Liquor Industry Awards (ALIA) – the gala industry event, attended by over 600 members of the hospitality industry and recognises the top performers across all categories, as voted for by the trade.