Bartender Spirits Awards

Bartender Spirits Awards 🍸Get your spirits judged by America's Top bartenders & beverage directors | 2027 Entries are now open! 🏆✨

07/28/2026

🥃 The conversation around today’s spirits industry often starts with one headline: people are drinking less.

But as Todd Richman, Brand Ambassador for Heaven Hill Brands, shares, that’s only part of the story.

Consumers are becoming more intentional with what they drink, choosing quality, authenticity, and brands with a story worth telling.

🎙️ At the London Wine Fair, Malvika Patel spoke with Todd about the trends shaping today’s spirits landscape, from changing consumer preferences to the growing importance of education and trade advocacy. Todd also shared how Elayne Duff Elayne Duff, Global Director at Heaven Hill Brands, has helped build a strong focus on storytelling and brand advocacy.

▶️ Watch the reel to hear Todd’s insights on the future of spirits.

🌵 Every bartender remembers a tequila that changed their perspective.This World Tequila Day, we asked bartenders to shar...
07/24/2026

🌵 Every bartender remembers a tequila that changed their perspective.

This World Tequila Day, we asked bartenders to share the tequila that’s impressed them most recently. Their answers celebrated craftsmanship, consistency, versatility behind the bar, and brands that stay true to what they do best.

Behind every standout tequila is a bartender who recognized something worth remembering. 🍸

Happy World Tequila Day!
Which tequila has impressed you lately? Let us know in the comments. 👇

[World Tequila Day, Tequila, Bartenders, Cocktail Culture, Agave Spirits, Bartender Spirits Awards]

Those emojis aren’t just for fun. They represent the five things every spirit is judged on at the Bartender Spirits Awar...
07/23/2026

Those emojis aren’t just for fun. They represent the five things every spirit is judged on at the Bartender Spirits Awards.

🍸 Mixability – Does it perform well in cocktails?
⚖️ Balance & Versatility – Is it balanced and adaptable across different serves?
👅 Taste – Does it deliver on aroma, flavor, and finish?
🍾 Packaging – Does it stand out on the back bar and communicate quality?
💰 Value – Does it justify its price?

Every spirit is evaluated across these five criteria by bartenders, bar managers, and beverage buyers who know what it takes to succeed in the on-premise industry.🤌

Because a winning spirit should do more than taste great. It should earn its place behind the bar and deliver value where it matters most.

A lot goes into every bottle entered into the Bartender Spirits Awards. We believe the value you receive should go beyon...
07/20/2026

A lot goes into every bottle entered into the Bartender Spirits Awards. We believe the value you receive should go beyond the medal.🏅

For BSA 2027, we've introduced a few important updates designed to give entrants more insight, more transparency, and more value from the competition.

✨ New feedback sections that go beyond scoring, including How To Improve and How To Market & Sell, so every entrant walks away with practical takeaways.

📊 A complimentary On-Premise Buyer Intelligence Report, bringing together insights from bartenders and hospitality professionals to help brands better understand what today's buyers are looking for.

🔍 Greater transparency into the judging process, giving entrants a clearer understanding of how spirits are evaluated by leading on-premise experts.

These updates are part of our continued commitment to making the Bartender Spirits Awards one of the industry's most valuable competitions for spirits brands.

🔗 Discover everything that's new for BSA 2027 through the link in our bio.

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Rum Day may be over, but that doesn't mean the celebration has to stop. 🏆 We're raising a glass to five exceptional rums...
07/14/2026

Rum Day may be over, but that doesn't mean the celebration has to stop. 🏆

We're raising a glass to five exceptional rums that impressed some of the leading bartenders & on-premise industry professionals at the 2026 Bartender Spirits Awards.

✨ Featured winners:
• Tanduay Reserved Rum 10 Year
• Denizen Rum Merchant's Reserve
• Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva
• Copalli Organic White Rum
• E.S.D. Extra Special Dark Rum

Congratulations to all the incredible producers behind these award-winning rums. Your dedication to quality and craftsmanship continues to raise the bar for the industry.🥃

👉 Explore 2026 winners via the link in bio
[Bartender Spirits Awards, Rum, Award-Winning Rum, Premium Rum, Bartender Approved, Craft Spirits, Rum Producers, BSA 2026, White Rum]

Great whiskey comes in many styles, but there's something special about one that's earned a Gold medal. 🏅Recognized at t...
07/02/2026

Great whiskey comes in many styles, but there's something special about one that's earned a Gold medal. 🏅

Recognized at the 2026 Bartender Spirits Awards, each bottle earned its place through quality, craftsmanship, and performance behind the bar.🏆

Featuring:
🥃 Burnt Tavern Bourbon
🥃 Cedar Ridge Bottled in Bond Bourbon
🥃 Wi******er Kentucky Straight Bourbon
🥃 Jack Daniel’s Bonded Rye Whiskey
🥃 Brother's Bond Bottled-In-Bond

Whether you're looking for your next pour, refreshing your back bar, or discovering producers making an impact, these award-winning whiskeys are worth knowing.

🔗 Explore all the winners via link in bio
[Bartender Spirits Awards, Whiskey Awards, Craft Distillery, Premium Spirits, Bourbon Whiskey, Single Malt, Whisky Brands, Spirits Industry, Beverage Directors,On Premise]

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