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“It’s proper chip on shoulder shit.” The state of Brisbane bars right now with Bonnie Shearston, Jamie Fleming, and Andie Bulley

Three of the city's finest share their thoughts on where Brisbane is heading.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 4 Oct 2023

“It’s proper chip on shoulder shit.” The state of Brisbane bars right now with Bonnie Shearston, Jamie Fleming, and Andie Bulley

Cara Devine is the Victorian bar world’s Person of the Year

Cara is a bartender, bar manager, writer, YouTuber, and a favourite of the industry.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 27 Sep 2023

Cara Devine is the Victorian bar world’s Person of the Year

‘We’re seeing a whole new generation.’ Why agave is booming (again), and why now?

Three big agave brains — Jay Khan, Reece Griffiths, and Jeremy Blackmore — talk agave spirits.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 20 Sep 2023

‘We’re seeing a whole new generation.’ Why agave is booming (again), and why now?

“Money’s not my driver.” Iain McPherson talks technique development, branding yourself

The Panda & Sons owner knows a thing or two about developing new techniques

By Sam Bygrave

/ 6 Sep 2023

“Money’s not my driver.” Iain McPherson talks technique development, branding yourself

James Connolly got paid to open bars for others — now he’s opened his own

He's worked Michelin-starred restaurants, pub groups, and influential cocktail bars.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 31 Aug 2023

James Connolly at Bertie in Bassendean. Photo: Tori Lil

‘Consistency is key.’ Building brands in the bar and drinks world with Daisy Tulley & Wade Tiller

Good advice for building a brand, whether it's bar or in the world of drink.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 28 Aug 2023

‘Consistency is key.’ Building brands in the bar and drinks world with Daisy Tulley & Wade Tiller

Shaun Byrne: from bartender to vermouth-maker and award-winning liqueur producer

The bar proved a great training ground for this award-winning entrepreneur and author. He makes ace vermouth, and a world-beating cassis.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 24 Aug 2023

Shaun Byrne. Photo: Supplied

Hamish Smith talks bar awards, lists, and the future of drinks journalism

The influential journalist and creator of the Bar World 100 talks drinks journalism.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 16 Aug 2023

Hamish Smith. Photo: Supplied

What to expect from Anneliese Grazioli’s next bar

Bar Kokomo is set to open in September this year.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 19 Jul 2023

What to expect from Anneliese Grazioli’s next bar

How two bartenders turned a pandemic-era keg cocktail side hustle into a proper drinks brand

Andy McIntyre & Mitch Keane are eyeing east coast expansion for Idle Hands Drinks Co.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 12 Jul 2023

Why Sam Ng gave up the corporate brand ambassador life to open a bar

Ng has opened Puffy Bois, where the focus is on fun, pizza, and some very good drinks.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 5 Jul 2023

Puffy Bois Sam Ng (left) and Zul Zaba. Photo: Supplied

“It’s zookeeping.” Rocky Hair on hospitality (and giving people what they want)

Rocky is the new group ops manager for Mucho Group, and has worked in Sydney, LA, London — and Beirut.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 7 Jun 2023

“It’s zookeeping.” Rocky Hair on hospitality (and giving people what they want)