THE IMBIBE 75

Imbibe, the national magazine and website of liquid culture (imbibemagazine.com) has released its inaugural “best of” issue – The Imbibe 75 – showcasing the 75 most notable people, places and flavors to watch in 2O13.  Chosen by the magazine’s editors, the issue features interviews and recipes from some of the leading tastemakers of the drinks world.  Organized into four sections (People to Watch, Places to Watch, Destinations to Visit, and Flavors to Watch), this special issue includes Imbibe’s picks for:

BARTENDER of the YEAR
Ryan Maybee, Kansas City, Missouri

WINE PERSON of the YEAR
Alice Feiring, New York City, New York

BEER PERSON of the YEAR
Scot Blair, San Diego, California

COFFEE PERSON of the YEAR
James Freeman, San Francisco, California

DRINK AMBASSADORS of the YEAR
Ivy Mix and Lynnette Marrero, New York City, New York

COCKTAIL BAR of the YEAR
Pouring Ribbons, New York City, New York

BEER BAR of the YEAR
Little Bear, Los Angeles, California

WINE BAR of the YEAR
SE Wine Collective, Portland, Oregon

COFFEE SHOP of the YEAR
Sightglass, San Francisco, California