Associations

Distilled Spirits Council of the United States
http://www.discus.org/
National trade association representing producers and marketers of distilled spirits sold in the U.S.

National Association of Alcoholic Beverage Licensing Attorneys (NAABLA)
http://www.naabla.com
This site is a resource for its members, the national bar, and the industry to assist in locating experienced attorneys in each state.

National Alcohol Beverage Control Association (NABCA)
http://www.nabca.org/
Provides programs and information relative to the benefits and preservation of the alcohol beverage control systems as each jurisdiction pursues their own unique strategies.

Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America, Inc. (WSWA)
http://www.wswa.org
National trade organization of the wholesale branch of the wine and spirits industry.

Other Resources

Cocktail Magazine
http://www.cocktail.com/
Provides recipes, research drink trends and more.

Nightclub & Bar Magazine
http://www.nightclub.com/
The magazine for the bar industry.

National Bar & Restaurant Management Association
http://www.bar-restaurant.com/
"To provide discounts, services and networking opportunities enabling restaurant, bar and hospitality professionals to increase revenues and profits through innovative promotions, marketing and management (Quote from Web Site).

Nightclub Biz
http://www.nightclubbiz.com/
Very comprehensive site devoted to the nightclub business. Search the information database or click on one of many categories, such as Nightclub Business Planning; Nightclub Industry News; Management and many more.

SVC Nigthclub & Bar Business Strategies
http://www.nightclub-consulting.com/
A consulting firm specializing in nightclub and bar operations. Many free documents available. Also find a newsletter, discussion lists, and profitability calculator.

Bar Industry, from Restaurantsresults.com
http://www.restaurantresults.com/barindustry/004.html
Easy to use listing of informational sites useful for the bar services industry.

 

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