The new award will recognize portfolio consistency, with producers required to enter at least four distinct RTDs and meet medal and scoring thresholds.
Champagne, Prosecco and Sauvignon Blanc are gaining ground as consumers embrace sparkling serves, lighter drinking occasions and experience-led on-premise consumption.
The Bartender Spirits Awards unveils its 2026 judging panel, featuring top bartenders, hospitality leaders, and beverage directors shaping the future of the U.S. on-premise spirits industry.