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Celebrated Cocktail Destination on the American Riviera Recognized with Two PINS by Prestigious International Bar Directory
September 25, 2025
MONTECITO, CALIFORNIA – Rosewood Miramar Beach, the Forbes Triple Five-Star resort located along an exclusive stretch of California’s Central Coast, is proud to announce that its craft cocktail destination, The Manor Bar, was awarded two pins by The Pinnacle Guide. This honor places The Manor Bar among The Pinnacle Guide’s esteemed list of acclaimed bars across the globe, all rated according to the guide’s rigorous, anonymous in-bar review system.
The Manor Bar is one of only five bars in California and one of 41 bars internationally to earn two pins, a distinction that also includes renowned bars such as Barcelona’s Paradiso, Edinburgh’s Panda & Sons, Singapore’s Atlas, and Los Angeles’ Mirate, all of which share the same dedication to excellence.
“We are incredibly proud to have been recognized by The Pinnacle Guide in esteemed company. The guide’s dedication to excellence across both sides of the bar is remarkable,” says James Verlinden, Director of Food & Beverage at Rosewood Miramar Beach. “This award belongs to our team, whose creativity, hospitality, and tireless dedication to their work consistently create transportive and meaningful experiences for every guest who steps through our doors.”
Inspired by its library-like setting, The Manor Bar is known for creative signature drinks that pay homage to great literature. Just as a great book can transport readers to far-flung destinations, The Manor Bar's cocktails are designed to spark the imagination, with the bar’s Chronicles of Cocktails menu series transporting guests to lands and ideas both far away and close to home. Launched in March 2025, the fourth iteration of The Manor Bar's literary series features literary lands with glassware by 3D Vault, who crafted custom-made vessels for all 12 new signature cocktails.
Furthering its literary themes and library setting, The Manor Bar continues to enhance its vision through several partnerships and collaborations. The Manor Bar’s ongoing “Co-Author” series invites a rotation of celebrated guest bar talent for an evening of exchange alongside teaching moments through personalized Master Classes taught to staff and community members alike. Additionally, in partnership with Summerland’s beloved bookstore Godmothers, The Manor Bar hosts the Godmothers Literary Society, a monthly series of author conversations and literary events open to both resort guests and the broader community. Paired with daytime Reading Hours and access to a rotating selection of curated books, The Manor Bar is a haven by day and night, offering guests a moment of connection, respite, and community through signature cocktails and literary connection.
The Pinnacle Guide is an internationally recognized directory with a one, two, and three PIN recognition system based on a rigorous assessment process, including a series of spot-check interviews and anonymous in-bar reviews. Fair and visible processes lie at the core of The Pinnacle Guide, promising every deserving establishment, regardless of size or location, a clear path to recognition. Alongside awarding excellence in drinks, ambience and hospitality, The Pinnacle Guide additionally includes an ethical element to its assessment system, recognizing bars that make a positive social impact.
As underscored by this accolade, the team at Rosewood Miramar Beach continues to deliver a best-in-class experience within and beyond the Central Coast. The property has earned numerous honors across its signature amenities, including a coveted triple five-star rating on Forbes Travel Guide, a designation awarded to just 14 properties worldwide and five in the U.S. Additional honors include The Manor Bar being named a Top 10 Honoree at the 2025 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards, Caruso’s MICHELIN Star and MICHELIN Green Star awards, and AMA Sushi’s MICHELIN recognition, being placed on the ‘New Discoveries’ list for California in 2022.
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About Rosewood Miramar Beach
A Forbes Travel Guide Triple Five-Star hotel and spa, Rosewood Miramar Beach is situated on one of the most pristine beaches in the region and is in Santa Barbara’s picturesque Montecito community known as The American Riviera. Offering 153 ultra-luxury guestrooms and suites, including beachfront accommodations, a collection of signature suites and multi-bedroom bungalows, the resort has been designed with style, grace, and glamour and perfectly balances the residential and the refined. Amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness studio, two cabana-lined pools, bespoke beach service on the sandy shores of Miramar Beach and Sense, A Rosewood Spa, the only Forbes Five-Star spa in Santa Barbara. Home to several distinct dining venues, including Caruso’s, the signature oceanfront restaurant, and The Revere Room, an all-day eatery with an emphasis on hyper-locality, Rosewood Miramar Beach is a culinary destination for locals and visitors alike. An elevated retail experience further bolsters Rosewood Miramar Beach as the ultimate retreat for the best in luxury lifestyle, with The Shop at Miramar exclusively featuring The Miramar Collection, a first-of-its-kind goop Sundries Shop. Expansive indoor and outdoor event space, totaling approximately 33,000 square feet, includes the Chandelier Ballroom with over 6,500 square feet, and the Great Lawn, which offers infinite ocean views. Personalized service makes Rosewood Miramar Beach the perfect destination for celebrating life’s moments, both big and small. Rosewood Miramar Beach is owned by Caruso and managed by Rosewood Hotels & Resorts.
About Rosewood Hotels & Resorts
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts manages a global collection of 39 one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts, and residences in 23 countries. Each Rosewood property embraces the brand’s A Sense of Place® philosophy to reflect the individual location’s history, culture, and sensibilities. The Rosewood collection includes some of the world’s most legendary hotels and resorts, including The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel in New York, Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek in Dallas, and Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel in Paris, as well as new classics such as Rosewood Hong Kong and Rosewood São Paulo. For those who wish to stay a little longer, Rosewood Residences offers a distinct opportunity for ownership or rent in extraordinary destinations within the brand’s wide-ranging portfolio. Rosewood Residences are defined by the brand’s commitment to Enriched Living through thoughtful details and experiences that enhance the quality of life while evoking a sense of discovery and inspiration.
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