Since 2018, Punch has been on a mission to raise and amplify rising expertise by our Greatest New Bartenders (previously often known as Bartenders in Residence) program. Through the years, we’ve grown a community of almost 100 alumni who’ve gone on to open their very own bars, advocate for a extra inclusive trade and transfer drink tradition ahead, all whereas making a few of our favourite cocktails. Now, we’re looking out for the Greatest New Bartenders of 2026.
We’re partnering with Astral Tequila to highlight bartenders who’re bringing a component of elevated hospitality to their work. We’re trying not only for wonderful cocktails, but additionally for people who make an influence on their friends, their group and the trade.
Greatest New Bartenders are featured on Punch by editorial protection, social media, dwell occasions and extra. Every bartender will get to share a signature cocktail with our readers and can be a part of a rising community of alumni who’re defining the way forward for bartending, behind the bar and past it.
Prepared to use or know somebody who ought to? Nominate your self or somebody you realize by way of this way by April 3, 2026.
