Kuckoo named finalist in the Publican Awards

Renowned rock and roll cocktail bar brand, Kuckoo, has been shortlisted for the prestigious ‘Best Late-Night Operator’ category at The Publican Awards 2024.

The national awards ceremony, set to take place at Evolution London in March (2024), will recognise the outstanding achievements and innovations within the pub and bar industry.

Kuckoo's unique approach to the late-night experience has propelled the brand to the finals of this highly competitive category. Standing out from traditional offerings, according to founder and owner of Kuckoo, Richard Powell, the brand embodies an entrepreneurial spirit that permeates the entire team; delivering a journey for customers from early evening refinement to late-night high-energy excitement.

Speaking of the shortlist announcement, Richard Powell said: “We are thrilled to be shortlisted in the ‘Best Late-Night’ category. This is a first for Kuckoo as our brand continues to evolve. At Kuckoo, we blend classic sophistication with innovative cocktails, and everything we serve is crafted in-house by our team of fully-trained mixologists who share in the Kuckoo passion. We are proud of our growth journey since first opening in Preston in 2010, and now have five sites across the North of England; the latest opening in Warrington in November (2023).”

Richard said Kuckoo stands out for its organic growth, putting its people first with a true team set-up and bespoke training programme.

Continued Richard: “This commitment to training and continuous learning for our team sets us apart. We are dedicated to excellence, growth, innovative cocktails, feel-good atmospheres, and eclectic music. We operate with a manager-less system, promoting equality and fostering an inclusive environment. Our entertainment approach for customers revolves around our passionate and committed bartenders who are the rock 'n' roll stars; creating a unique atmosphere through training and teamwork programmes.”

Winners of The Publican Awards will be announced on 27 March 2024 in London. For more information about Kuckoo, visit www.kuckoorocks.com and follow @KuckooRocks on Instagram and Facebook.