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California Bars Shine at 2026 Spirited Awards

4/12/2026

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  • The 2026 Spirited Awards, by Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, recognize California as the West's best bars.
  • Baby Gee (Long Beach) and True Laurel (San Francisco) won Best U.S. Cocktail Bar.
  • Pacific Cocktail Haven (San Francisco) and Thunderbolt (Los Angeles) won Best U.S. Bar Team.
  • Kru (Sacramento) and Bar Cecil (Palm Springs) were honored as top restaurant bars.
  • Bar Maritime in San Francisco won Best New U.S. Cocktail Bar.