We’re honored to share that The Spirits Business recently included The Hope Farm in its coverage of the 2026 Spirited Awards US nominees. Published on April 10, 2026, the article announced the top 10 honorees across the United States selected for this year’s awards by the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation.

According to the feature, the 24th Tales of the Cocktail festival will take place July 19–24, 2026, with the Spirited Awards scheduled for July 23. The article explains that nominees were selected by a panel of more than 250 industry experts, with honorees organized by region across categories including Best Bar Team, Best Cocktail Bar, Best Hotel Bar, Best Restaurant Bar, and Best New Cocktail Bar.

In the Best US Restaurant Bar category for the US Central region, The Hope Farm was named among the top nominees alongside standout destinations from cities such as New Orleans, Chicago, Austin, Detroit, and Columbus. This recognition places The Hope Farm in a national conversation around exceptional beverage programs and hospitality-driven bar experiences.

We’re grateful to be recognized among such strong company and proud to see The Hope Farm included in a list that celebrates some of the most exciting bar programs in the country. Read the full The Spirits Business feature here.