United States Bartenders’ Guild

Now On-Demand! 🍺 Did you know the first brewers were women? Join Tara Nurin & USBG Phoenix Director Jeff Cooley to explore their legacy & B.E.A.P. Beer supporting BEAP.

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Last call to bring your voice to the stage at the 2026 USBG Bar Summit in Philadelphia! 🎤✨

Tomorrow is the final day to submit your seminar proposal. Don’t miss your chance to share ideas that inspire, educate, and move our industry forward.

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Self-care doesn’t have to be scary! Whether you’re facing spooky stressors or just in need of a little extra support, remember that your Bar Professional Membership includes access to the Hospitality Assistance Program.

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YouTube video by WJTV 12 News Wellness Wednesday: Staying safe Halloween night

It’s Wellness Wednesday! Halloween’s fun — but it’s also tricky at night. Here’s a guide on how to have a safe Haloween night.

Stick together, light up your path, and watch your steps.

Learn More HERE: youtu.be/VSfgXv0gY90?...

#WellnessWednesday #halloween

Today’s the last day to secure your spot to cheer on Team USBG at the 2025 World Cocktail Championship in Cartagena, Colombia! 🇨🇴🍸

Join us November 23–27 as we support our Classic and Flair competitors, Jonathan Stanyard and Mariano Gil, Jr., on the global stage.

🔗 Register TODAY: tr.ee/Lj1jGDfmsB

@usbg.bsky.social announces its slate of Board candidates! 🗳️

Tracy Gomez, @bradleystephens.bsky.social, and Clark Pope share their passion for serving our community.

Voting runs Nov 1–15.

📄 Full Press Release HERE: tr.ee/r2VTId44Wz

USBG Announces Award-Winning Actor William H. Macy Will Serve as Keynote Speaker at Bar Summit 2026 Bar Summit will be held April 26-29 in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square neighborhood; Macy to ap...

INDUSTRY STORIES with Bevnet: “USBG Announces Award-Winning Actor William H. Macy Will Serve as Keynote Speaker at Bar Summit 2026”

Read More HERE: www.bevnet.com/pr/2025/10/2...

In case you missed it, our latest PreShift Newsletter includes everything happening at the @usbg.bsky.social:

➡️ Welcome newest USBG Affiliated Communities: Cincinnati, San Antonio, and Long Island — and more!

Catch up on upcoming programs and events at: usbg.org/preshift-new...

Too Old to Be New, Too New to Be Old: Not-Quite-Legacy Bars and Their Struggle to Stay Relevant Employees Only. Please Don’t Tell. Death & Co. These lower Manhattan establishments don’t require an introduction or description for most cocktail enthusiasts. They’re bona fide legacy bars that cropp...

They’re too old to be the “new hot spot,” but too new to be called legacy. Bars like Amor y Amargo, Williams & Graham, and Jack Rose Dining Saloon are redefining what it means to stay relevant in a fast-changing scene.

Read more 👉 vinepair.com/articles/leg...

Only 35% of bar & restaurant employers offer health coverage. Many bartenders rely on ACA subsidies. USBG Executive Director Bo Shuff calls for extending this vital support and applauds bipartisan backing. 🍸💙

Full release: tr.ee/kNK4x9nC2F

The USBG announces today that award-winning actor William H. Macy will feature as the keynote speaker for Bar Summit 2026… Macy will appear on behalf of Woody Creek Distillers.

Full Press Release HERE: tr.ee/gfpKCJeXCB

#usbg #BarSummit2026

Show your chapter pride—check out the brand-new swag shops and grab gear that reps your local USBG community!

Full Collection HERE: tr.ee/pGrjVOYowk

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An artist. A storyteller. A voice for authenticity in every form. Something big is coming to the Bar Summit stage.

#usbg #BarSummit #Bartenders

In case you missed it, our latest PreShift Newsletter includes everything happening at the United States Bartenders’ Guild - USBG:

Catch up on upcoming programs and events at: usbg.org/preshift-new...

🗳️ Last call to apply for the USBG National Board of Directors!

Applications close October 20 at 11:59 PM — don’t miss your chance to help shape the Guild’s future.

Learn more: tr.ee/w3BypxvhAr

#usbg #bartenders #barowners #barmanagers #hospitality

Last Call!

Join journalist & author Tara Nurin (“A Woman’s Place Is in the Brewhouse”) for a look at how women shaped the history of beer.

Plus, USBGPHX Director Jeff Cooley shares the story behind B.E.A.P. Beer—brewed to support the USBG National Charity Foundation.

Register: tr.ee/rADHYHDQmY

'If it offends you, don't come': New bar tries something unusual for Bay Area "When you go out and you dress with intention, your behavior is different."

INDUSTRY STORIES with @sfgate.com: “If it offends you, don’t come.” Chef Michele McQueen’s new Oakland bar, Lucy Blue, brings bold vibes, catfish bao buns & velvet vibes across from the Fox Theater. 🍹🌴

Read more 👉 www.sfgate.com/food/article...

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🚀 A new year, a new chance to represent.

Step up with Team USBG 2026 and compete in IBA competitions — the world’s watching!

Check with your chapter for how to qualify. 🌟

#usbg #TeamUSBG #IBA

In case you missed it, our latest PreShift Newsletter includes everything happening at the United States Bartenders’ Guild - USBG:

Catch up on upcoming programs and events at: usbg.org/preshift-new...

🗳️ USBG National Board of Directors—Applications are open!

Apply before October 20 at 11:59 PM and help shape the Guild’s future.

Learn more: tr.ee/w3BypxvhAr

#usbg #bartenders #barowners #barmanagers #hospitality

Tall Tales at Waymore’s isn’t just serving skyline views — it’s earning accolades. 🏙️ The @usbg.bsky.social Guildhouse has been named Best Rooftop Bar by @nashvillescene.com!

Congratulations to the Tall Tales team on this well-deserved recognition! 👏

Read More HERE: tr.ee/CIwXo7MnRf

Saddle up, y’all — USBG San Antonio is back in action with brand-new leadership and a renewed spirit!

The Alamo City’s bartending community is buzzing once again — ready to connect, collaborate, and pour some true Texas hospitality. 🌵🥂

#usbg #usbg_satx_ #bartenders

Did you know the world’s first brewers were women? 🍺

Join journalist & author Tara Nurin and USBG Phoenix Director Jeff Cooley for a look at women’s role in brewing—and the story behind BEEP BEAP Beer, brewed with O.H.S.O. Brewery for USBG’s 75th!

Register HERE: tr.ee/rADHYHDQmY

🎓 Learn, Travel, Connect—For Just $12/Month!

Join the USBG with our new 12 monthly installments of $12 for a full year of membership.

Click the Link to Learn More and Sign Up HERE: usbg.org/newmember

At Understory Bar, a USBG Guildhouse, General Manager Chance Curtis — a USBG San Diego member — shares his approach to leading the next generation of hospitality professionals in “One for the Road: Managing Younger Employees”

Read More HERE: tr.ee/6ksCZLHiy6

Big news from the North East! 🍸✨

Say hello to our newest USBG Affiliated Community, USBG Long Island! We’re proud to welcome them to our growing North East Region.

Follow usbgli on IG and show them some love as they kick off their journey.

In case you missed it, our latest PreShift Newsletter includes everything happening at the United States Bartenders’ Guild - USBG:

Catch up on upcoming programs and events at: usbg.org/preshift-new...

Now Available for Members:

Elixirs or Ales: Finding the Right Menu Balance for Your Bar Program, a LEAD Online Learning educational online seminar is now available to stream on-demand for USBG Members!

To Learn More and Access The Webinar, VISIT: tr.ee/Gm0cwb4V-L

Congrats to our 2025 Q2 Member Referral Program Winner 🥇

Way to go, Katrina Salvatierra - USBG Orlando Chapter Treasurer 👏

For More Information about the Program Read HERE: www.usbg.org/member-refer...

#usbg #usbgmember #bartender #bartenders

Cognac myths, debunked 🍸

USBG San Diego Chapter President Steven Hirschauer shares expert insights in “Cognac myths you need to stop believing, according to an expert” by Christopher Osburn, published @TheManual.

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