If you take a look at various spirit categories, you’ll find a great deal of conversation about vodka (still king), tequila (on fire), rum (resurgence), Irish whiskey (watch out) and gin (finally). But ask about brandy or Cognac, and you’ll hear birds chirping. Why?More>>

If you want more traffic and sales in 2012, then keep this issue of Nightclub & Bar handy all year long. More>>

Stone Brewing Co. releases Japanese Green Tea IPA, Narragansett releases 24-ounce tallboy cans and Full Sail Brewing releases its new Brewmaster Reserve beer.More>>

Let’s face facts: The days of on-the-job training for bartenders are over. Professional bartender training and education programs are now the cost of entry for any serious bar operation. More>>

The Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show is the only show catering to bar and nightclub owners, operators, managers, bartenders and other nightlife professionals. Mark your calendar for March 12-14, 2012!More>>

If you aren’t showcasing alcohol-free drinks, you’re missing out on more than just satisfying your client’s varying tastes. Alcohol-free options will intrigue guests, creating an alluring (and profitable) addition to an already-great menu. More>>

When Kim Kardashian announced she was tying the knot and began showing off a 20-karat diamond ring, Minus 5 Ice Bar in Las Vegas saw a great opportunity. More>>

Every bar has a bottle of tequila, but not every bottle of tequila can claim to have a bar. Ambhar Lounge at Tropicana in Las Vegas is named for Ambhar tequila, a product that hit the United States two years ago. More>>

It’s easy to see how Jim Colosi earned the nickname “godfather of the liquor industry.” Now he’s moving into retirement after serving as a member of the Nightclub & Bar Advisory Board for the last 10 years.More>>

Nightclub & Bar’s Website, nightclub.com, is sporting a new look and new features designed to make it an even more invaluable resource for bar and club professionals. More>>