The Bartender's Handshake Dinner: Vol. II

The Bartender’s Handshake: Vol. II

Six bartenders collaborated to create the best cocktails in the Springfield area. Visit their bars to try these creations and prepare for the second Bartender’s Handshake dinner, coming in February 2026. Start at any participating location, collect a Passport and get it stamped for trying their Bartender’s Handshake cocktail, and visit the rest of the locations to collect the remaining stamps. The more stamps you collect, the more perks you will receive for the dinner. Passports will be available for six weeks from December 1, 2025 through January 12, 2026.

The Bartender’s Handshake Dinner

❓ A one-of-its-kind, 4-course dinner with cocktails paired to each course

ℹ️ To celebrate the arts of craft bartending and fine dining by showcasing talented industry professionals in the bar and restaurant scene in the Springfield area

📆 Sunday, February 15, 2026 | 5 pm

📍 Miss Boston’s Cocktail Lounge | 3401 E Old Stone Ave, Brookline, MO 65619

🎟️ Tickets cost $125 per person

• Limit 2 tickets per order for Passport participants

• Discounts available for Passport participants

⚠️ Limited seats available | 21+ only

📱 Follow the Bartender's Handshake Instagram for updates about menus and other event details

Participating Locations and Bartenders

• Banter Brewing Co. | Jianan Almusawi

• Classic’s Yard | Bethany Hadley

• The J.O.B. Public House | Saryah Ayuba

• Miss Boston’s Cocktail Lounge | Camry Cowan

• MudLounge Coffee & Cocktails | Kieran Tignor

• Wisner Bar at 14 Mill Market | Jason Moneymaker

Bartender’s Handshake Passport Tiers

• Ultimate – try all 6 cocktails from participating locations and you will gain:

  • First access (1/14/2026) to purchase tickets to the Bartender’s Handshake dinner

  • A $25 discount per dinner ticket purchased (limit 2 tickets per person)

  • The Ultimate Maker’s Mark merch bundle on the night of the dinner

• Premium – try at least 3 cocktails from participating locations and you will gain:

  • Second access (1/15/2026) to purchase tickets to the Bartender’s Handshake dinner

  • A $10 discount per dinner ticket purchased (limit 2 tickets per person)

  • The Premium Maker’s Mark merch bundle on the night of the dinner

• Plus – try at least 1 cocktail from participating locations and you will gain:

  • Third access (1/16/2026) to purchase tickets to the Bartender’s Handshake dinner

  • The Plus Maker’s Mark merch bundle on the night of the dinner

General Tickets

Those who don’t try any Bartender’s Handshake cocktails during the Passport time frame but still want to attend dinner must wait to purchase dinner tickets once they are released to the public (1/17/2026). This event sold out last year, and there is no guarantee tickets will remain available for purchase after early access ends. Completing a Passport is strongly recommended!

Refund Policy

In the event that Miss Boston’s must cancel an event due to unforeseen and uncontrollable circumstances, you will have the option to use your purchased ticket(s) to reserve a spot at the rescheduled event or be refunded the amount of the total cost proportionate to that specific event. No refunds will be given for any other reasons.

Processing Fees

The cost of a ticket does not include online payment processing fees and taxes. For a cash discount to avoid online payment processing fees and taxes, purchase tickets at Miss Boston’s Cocktail Lounge in person during regular business hours.