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CHESTER COCKTAIL BAR TBC* WINS PRESTIGIOUS GLOBAL AWARD

Dark shopfront with wooden slatted door, curtained window marked tbc*, balcony flower boxes above and two blurred pedestrians.

Independent Chester cocktail bar, tbc*, has put the city firmly on the international map after receiving one of the drinks industry's most sought after accolades.

tbc*, the independent neighbourhood cocktail bar located on Watergate Street, has been awarded an Outstanding Two Pins recognition by The Pinnacle Guide.

The achievement is a landmark moment not only for the venue itself but also for Chester’s growing food and drink scene, with tbc* becoming the first bar outside of a major UK city to receive a Two Pin award.

The Pinnacle Guide is a global recognition system celebrating the world’s best cocktail bars, through a prestigious one, two and three pin system, rewarding exceptional cocktail experiences, hospitality, atmosphere and industry leading standards.

tbc* now sits amongst some of the world's most celebrated cocktail destinations.

Bartender's hands placing a long citrus peel over a tall frosted cocktail with tweezers, red cocktail in foreground. Wood-framed speaker beside four bottles, including Madre Mezcal Espadín, Del Maguey Vida mezcal and Aluna coconut rum.
We felt very at home during our visit. Architecturally, the different levels and sections of the seating area made you feel part of the overall vibe, but at the same time you very much had your own space that felt intimate and private. A really enjoyable visit.
The Pinnacle Guide

Since opening on Watergate Street, tbc* has built a reputation for its creative cocktails, carefully curated music and relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere, bringing something truly distinctive to Chester’s hospitality landscape.

Receiving Outstanding Two Pins from The Pinnacle Guide is a huge moment for us and something we're incredibly proud of.
To become the first bar outside a major UK city to receive this recognition makes it even more special. It shows that world class experiences can exist outside of the obvious locations and hopefully shines a light not only on what we're doing at tbc*, but also on Chester as a whole.
Calum Adams, Owner of tbc*

This award marks another major milestone for Chester’s independent scene and demonstrates the calibre of businesses helping shape the city’s hospitality offering. Visitors can find tbc* on Watergate Street, where award-winning cocktails, music and a warm welcome now come with internationally recognised credentials!

Glass of pale orange drink garnished with a grapefruit wedge coated in coarse salt crystals, sitting on a pale stone surface.