Bartender
Patty Dennison
Patty Dennison has cultivated a fun and unpretentious personality that translates directly to the carefully crafted cocktails she creates behind the bar at Brooklyn’s lively Grand Army.
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Bar Program
Superbueno
Cocktail bar Superbueno burst onto the crowded Manhattan nightlife scene earlier this year with a drinking experience that’s part Mexico, part America, and all celebration.
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Drinks Professional
Neal Bodenheimer
A longtime legend in New Orleans cocktail circles, Neal Bodenheimer has helped define modern drinking culture in the Crescent City and beyond.
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Food & Beverage Program
Mírate
Opened in late 2022 by restaurateur Matthew Egan, chef Joshua Gil, and beverage director Max Reis, Los Angeles’ Mírate provides an imaginative Mexican dining and drinking experience unlike any other.
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Spirits Brand
Frey Ranch Distillery
One of the few distilleries in the world to grow and farm everything on site, Nevada’s Frey Ranch is crafting simply exceptional whiskey inspired by their grain-to-glass philosophy.
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Master Blender
Nic Christiansen
At Barrell Craft Spirits, Kentucky-native Nic Christiansen is making delicious, one-of-a-kind whiskey that demonstrates the delicate art of blending and finishing spirits.
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Winery
Field Recordings
With the future of wine in mind, Andrew Jones’ Field Recordings offers unique and beautiful wines that are thoughtfully made and delightful to drink.
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Winemaker
Nathan Kendall
One of the biggest champions of the Finger Lakes, Nathan Kendall continues to push the New York region forward, expanding consumer awareness with his remarkable wines.
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Wine Professional
Cha McCoy
With her consulting agency and newly opened retail-and-experience space in Syracuse, N.Y., Cha McCoy is bringing wine to new audiences — and inviting everyone to sit at the table.
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Sommelier
Alex Sarovich
At Little Saint in Healdsburg, Calif., sommelier Alex Sarovich is leading the next generation of wine professionals, with a focus on supporting small and overlooked producers and farmers who value their craft.
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Retailer
Penny’s Wine Shop
At Penny’s Wine Shop, Virginia natives Kristen Gardner Beal and Lance Lemon have created an inviting gathering place focused on wine for their Richmond community.
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Brewer
Kelissa Hieber
As head brewer and owner of Denver’s Goldspot Brewing, Kelissa Hieber is crafting exceptional beers — and creating a welcoming, supportive community where people can drink them.
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Brewery
Funkytown Brewery
At Chicago’s Funkytown Brewery, community engagement is the driving force behind their brewing innovation and success.
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Rising Drinks Brand
Nomadica
Nomadica’s sommelier-curated canned wines are redefining the format and appealing to the next generation of drinkers.
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Nonprofit
Another Round Another Rally
With a focus on underserved and overlooked communities, Another Round Another Rally is providing financial relief and educational resources to bars, restaurants, and the greater hospitality industry nationwide.
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Educator
Deniseea Head
For Deniseea Head, spreading knowledge about the Black community's pivotal role in cocktail culture through classes and her New Orleans speakeasy is a personal and professional pursuit.
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Industry Icon
Long Island Bar
Under the stewardship of co-owners Toby Cecchini and Joel Tompkins, Brooklyn’s beloved Long Island Bar marks a decade in the business of supplying exceptional cocktails and hospitality to locals and industry professionals alike.
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Co-Founders
Josh MalinAdam Teeter
Editorial Direction
Joanna SciarrinoReporting
Taylore GlynnAaron Goldfarb
Dave Infante
Brad Thomas Parsons
Hannah Staab
Olivia White
Editing
Tim McKirdyCopy Editing
Edward DeitchArt Direction
Danielle GrinbergDesign
Sara PinsonaultIllustrations
Chloe CushmanPhotography
Barry BrecheisenJeff Brown
Tracie Davis
Carolyn Fong
L Kasimu Harris
Dean Lavenson
Emily Najera
Kate Thompson
Ruby Wallau
David Williams
