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Published on September 25, 2024 By Molly Nicholas

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Ciara Doran talks hospitality, heritage and community

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Published on October 9, 2024 By Andy Young

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Time to celebrate Australian Brandy

Published on October 9, 2024 By Andy Young

It’s time to celebrate Australian Brandy

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Published on October 9, 2024 By Bars & Clubs

‘The need for mental health support in the hospitality industry is paramount’

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Published on October 9, 2024 By Andy Young

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Cantina OK! cocktails

Published on October 9, 2024 By Molly Nicholas

Cantina OK! And Above Board ranked among world’s best

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Published on October 2, 2024 By Molly Nicholas

Caretaker’s Cottage claims prestigious World’s 50 Best Bars award

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Published on October 2, 2024 By Molly Nicholas

House Made Hospitality unveils Bar Tilda and Tilda

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Published on September 25, 2024 By Molly Nicholas

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The 2023 Australian Liquor Industry Awards celebrated the leading operators, venues and products of the industry, both on- and off-premise. Held at The Star Event Centre in Sydney, and hosted by Australian Hotelier, TheShout, Bars and Clubs and National Liquor News, the awards ceremony was attended by 530 members of the liquor industry. The theme of the night… Continue reading

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Published on September 25, 2024 By Caoimhe Hanrahan-Lawrence

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Published on October 9, 2024 By Caoimhe Hanrahan-Lawrence

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It is well-known that many Australian spirits can

It is well-known that many Australian spirits can stand-up to, compete with and better other spirits and brands from around the world. There is no doubt that Australia stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the world’s best spirit producing countries, but one category that has arguably flown under the radar is Australian Brandy - a local category that we should all be backing and letting the world know they can enjoy world-class Brandy that is made right here. This week on Bars and Clubs, we shine a light on the flourishing category, the distilleries that are helping to put Australian Brandy on the map, and the ways you can win over Aussie consumers. You can read the full story on http://www.barsclubs.com.au.

Congratulations to the teams at @cantina.ok and @a

Congratulations to the teams at @cantina.ok and @aboveboardbarmelb, who have both landed spots on The World's 50 Best Bars extended list, coming in at 96 and 100 respectively.

Designed to celebrate the hard work and innovation of the global bar community, we look forward to the reveal of @50bestbars in less than two weeks time!

House Made Hospitality welcomes two new venues to

House Made Hospitality welcomes two new venues to its Sydney portfolio with the opening of @bartilda.sydney and @tildadining.sydney today, both of which are said to have a distinctly Australian character.

Bar Tilda combines old-world charm with contemporary design, bringing together nostalgic cocktails, a bespoke Martini cart, live jazz band, a wine list comprising icons new and old, with whisky at the core of the offering. Alongside The Whisky Armoire, an ornamental golden whisky cabinet, the signature cocktail selection and extensive wine list champion Australian producers with a nod to the country’s dynamic spirits and wine landscapes.

At both Tilda and Bar Tilda, the food menu has been crafted to complement the leisurely, yet luxury atmosphere felt throughout the venue, showcasing contemporary flavours with a nod to retro classics. Much like Bar Tilda, the cocktail menu at Tilda incorporates native Australian ingredients into classics poured tableside.

Roku Gin has launched the first limited-edition gi

Roku Gin has launched the first limited-edition gin in its Seasonal Festive Collection, the Roku Gin Sakura Bloom Edition, focusing on the Sakura blossom petals, which are one of the six key botanicals in Roku Gin 🌸

Crafted to capture the essence of Sakura in bloom, tasting notes for the gin describe a nose that is ‘bright and inviting, evoking the freshness of early Spring. Gentle and soft floral notes of cherry blossom, reminiscent of a Japanese garden during Hanami season’. The palate notes describe ‘soft and smooth top notes, subtly sweet and richly elegant. A nostalgic hint of the saltiness of Sakura-mochi, the traditional sweet of the season, balanced with the fruity sweetness of cherry blossoms, meticulously blended with Roku’s original botanicals’ and a finish that ‘invites the next sip’.

Trish Brew has worked in various capacities in the

Earlier this week, as part of @50bestbars, @careta

Earlier this week, as part of @50bestbars, @caretakers.cottage was recognised as the world's most hospitable bar, claiming the Mitcher’s Art of Hospitality Award for its unmatched hospitality experience. Founded in 2022 by Rob Libecans, Ryan Noreiks and Matt Stirling, Caretaker’s Cottage brings modern hospitality to one of Melbourne's heritage precincts and has received countless accolades for its distinct approach, coming in at number 23 on the 2023 The World’s 50 Best Bars list.

Commenting on the achievement, Rob, Ryan and Matt said: “To operate Caretaker’s Cottage in Melbourne, and to host people in our tiny pub from all over the world, is truly the greatest honour. The Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award encompasses everything we strive for, and we are stoked to be recognised this year. Our hardworking staff believe in our vision and have helped carve our idea of ‘modern hospitality’ into the bluestone. We’re so proud to have created a fun and inclusive environment that guests enjoy as much as we do. We can’t wait to share the news with everyone, as this award wouldn’t have been possible without our community.”

To celebrate the launch of the new Hendrick’s Gr

To celebrate the launch of the new Hendrick’s Grand Cabaret Gin, @hendricksgin is hosting a series of exclusive cabaret shows at @theemeraldroomsyd, taking consumers on an immersive journey through poetry, acrobatics, live vocals and cocktails to reflect the grandeur of the new release.

Fruity and fresh, Hendrick’s Grand Cabaret Gin was inspired by a stone fruit eau de vie which became popular in Paris in the early 20th century, resulting in a decadent expression with a taste of Parisian history 🌟

St Agnes Distillery recently added to its list of

St Agnes Distillery recently added to its list of accolades when it collected the champion Best Distilled Spirit of Show trophy at the inaugural Sydney Royal Distilled Spirits Show for St Agnes XO Grand Reserve, also claiming the JJ McWilliam Perpetual Trophy for Best Brandy.

Aged for four decades in carefully selected small oak casks, tasting notes for St Agnes XO Grand Reserve describe deep notes of dried fruit, vanilla and spice with a velvety smooth finish enhanced by the meticulous ageing process.

The JJ McWilliam Perpetual Trophy marked the third Best Brandy trophy received by the South Australian distillery in just two months, and Richard Angove, fifth-generation family custodian of St Agnes, says such prestigious awards are confirmation that Australian brandy, particularly St Agnes, is a world-class offering and should be used and sold by retailers, bars and clubs.

Underground whiskey bar @thedosshouse first opened

Underground whiskey bar @thedosshouse first opened its doors in March 2018 with a vision to create a space where people could enjoy the timeless tradition of sipping whiskey in an intimate, candlelit setting. A couple of years later, @frank.macs was unveiled by the same group, with both venues led by @ciara_doran. In the years that followed both The Doss House and Frank Mac’s became favoured destinations for quality cocktails in a heritage space, and it was last year that Ciara launched Heritage House Co – a female-led hospitality group – and took full ownership of both venues. Last week on Bars and Clubs, we sat down with Ciara to talk all things hospitality, from her love of reviving heritage buildings to creating safe hospitality spaces. You can read our full interview with Ciara on Bars and Clubs.