3 Miami bars are named top finalists for the 2026 Spirited Awards — here’s when the cocktail industry’s highest honors are announced

With its diverse hospitality scene, it comes as no surprise that Miami is consistently attributed awards and accolades like North America’s ‘50 Best Bars’ and Michelin recognition. But this time, the city has outdone itself in the 2026 Spirited Awards, one of the cocktail industry’s most prestigious honors.

The top four finalists of this year’s list include a strong showing from Miami, with three local establishments securing highly coveted places across two U.S. categories:

Best U.S. Hotel Bar

  • Champagne Bar at the Four Seasons Surf Club
  • ViceVersa at the Elser Hotel

Best U.S. Restaurant Bar

  • Sunny’s Steakhouse

Finalists were selected by a panel of over 250 industry experts, recognized for their excellence in global bar culture and hospitality…

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