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## Nothing says summer better! *Stamford *magazine's annual Best Bartender is  one of Stamford’s most popular summer events. The competition gets sizzling as top bartenders compete for your votes and the honor of being named “Stamford’s Best Bartender”.  Enjoy craft cocktails by expert mixologists, savory bites from top local restaurants and cool tunes by the water.  It’s a perfect evening to gather friends and families to enjoy summer libations on the harbor.

# Thanks for a great event! Stay tuned for 2027 information. 

# [View 2026 Party Photos Here](https://mofflylifestylemedia.com/stamford-best-bartender-2026-party-pics/)

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# 2026 Video Recap

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# 2025 Video Recap

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## [View 2025 Party Photos Here](https://mofflylifestylemedia.com/stamford-best-bartender-2025-party-pics/)

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2025 Winners

Judge's Pick: Best Bartender

The Americano

 

Judge's Pick:: Best Sip n Snack:

bartaco

 

Judge's Pick: Best Stamford Spirit:

DiMare Pastry

 

People's Choice: Bartender

Winner: Sign of the Whale

Runners ups: 

- Prime
- Terra Gaucha
- Third Place
- bartaco

 

People's Choice: Best Sip n Snack

Winner: Prime 

Runners ups:

- Sign of the Whale
- Third Place
- bartaco
- Barcelona

 

People's Choice: Stamford Spirit

Winner: Sign of the Whale

Runners ups:

- Prime & Third Place (tied)
- Terra Gaucha
- Hudson Social

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