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High-tech highball, anyone? To thrive in today’s wired ways of partying, alcohol-related innovations really need to push the boundaries of traditional mixology. As seen in this super gallery, more tech means more buzz. 

This cluster packs in everything from robotic bartenders to touch-screen bars and high-tech lounges.

Cheers!

Robot Bartenders

Robot Bartenders Part VI - Chassis, The Drink Pouring Robot

If you’re a beer drinker and you’re lazy, then Chassis is the answer to your prayers. Chassis is a beverage-pouring, remote-controlled robot that delivers beer or any other drink for that matter. The Chassis is outfitted with a keg system for your favorite drink and the robot’s color is a bright s… [More]

Robot Bartenders Get Digital - MyFountain Smartini Cocktail Mixer (VIDEO)

We’ve seen a handful of Robot Bartenders at Trend Hunter, but this is the first that does not look too gimicky.  It even has a digital display. If you tend to forget the great lounge drinks you’ve sampled over the years, fret no more. Your computer is going to make cocktail mixing just a smidge eas… [More]

Beer Opening LEGO Robot (VIDEO)

We’ve posted a number of Robot Bartenders- HERE, HERE, and HERE.  Now there’s a robot, named Fishertechnik, made of LEGO that can actually open a beer.  The Robot was built by Ryokale. If you like this, you’ll love the LEGO Flame Thrower posted in October. [More]

MotoMan RoboBar - Robotic Bartender

Ever waited in line for a drink?  If so the benefit of a robotic bartender is pretty clear.  In January, we featured an article on the Asahi Robot Bartender.  Now, Motoman takes that concept a leap forward with the MotoMan RoboBar.  The RoboBar is a ‘high volume robotic bartending solution’ that can… [More]

Robotic Bartenders - Robomoji, Asahi and RoboBar (VIDEO)

Robomoji is the latest robot bartender that is making waves in the net by making drinks.  In January, we saw the Asahi robot bartender, which pours Japan’s favourite drink.  Then in July, we covered the RoboBar a polished Robot Bar available for purchase.  Now, there’s Robomoji. [More]

Asahi Robot Bartender Chills and Pours Beer

Luckily, Japan’s Asahi Brewery has released a new robot that is guaranteed to pour you the perfect pint.  They’re giving away 5,000 of the bartending robots, but you’ll have to be in Japan if you want to win… When searching for Robot bartenders, I also found this fun robot at the Guinness Book of… [More]

Robot Bartender Festivals - Roboexotica (VIDEO)

Robots are now man’s new best friend. Thats right dogs, you are not good enough anymore. You know why? ‘Cause you can’t make cocktails. Roboexotica, a yearly festival that usually takes place in Vienna, is taking place in San Fransisco this year. The event happened this weekend and featured good m… [More]

Hi Tech Bars & Lounges

Where Disco & Touch-Screens Meet - Eyecandy Sound Lounge and Bar (VIDEO)

If you’re heading to Las Vegas you have to check out the Eyecandy Sound Lounge and Bar. Where else can you find touch-screen tables in the world renowned entertainment capital? The chic bar is inside the Mandalay Bay hotel and casino features, “Unrivaled technology that will redefine the Las Vegas … [More]

World’s Most High Tech Bar - iBar at 24 (VIDEO)

The world’s first iBar was installed at 24, a high-end Soho nightclub in London, and is already a smashing success! The $147,000 table tops have sensors that detect what you’re drinking, so when you can’t remember how many something-tinis you had, the gizmo will figure it out for you by scanning the… [More]

Other Tech-Related Bartending & Mixology Trends

Molecular Mixology - Mojitos With Orbs of Mint (VIDEO)

When Bacardi wanted to reinvent the mojito, they turned to Molecular Mixologist Eben Freeman. Freeman devised a shot in which tiny orbs of mint seem to defy gravity. He starts by blanching the mint then shocking it in an ice bath. He strains it, adds a gelatin, xantham gum and rum medly, then drop… [More]

9,134 Drinks in Your Pocket - Absolut Mobile Application (GALLERY)

Can’t decide on what to serve your guests this New Year’s eve?  Check out Absolut Drinks and choose from the 9,134 Absolut-based drink recipes. Not only will you find unlimited choices of drinks but you can also experience doing the online bartending yourself and mix your own drinks.  You don’t hav… [More]