Let’s Raise A Glass to Jackson Cannon

The oft-lauded Eastern Standard mixologist just nabbed another award. He’s been named Bartender of the Year by Nightclub & Bar, which calls itself the industry’s premier recognition program. Well, Eastern Standard isn’t exactly a nightclub (though we’ve been known to stagger out of the dining room a bit late on occasion) and the food’s definitely far superior to bar fare, but we wholeheartedly agree with the Cannon nod, especially given his equally inventive work at Island Creek Oyster Bar. (Most recently, he was given a pat on the back by Devra First in the Globe, who dubbed him a “classic-cocktail guru.”)

Let’s Raise A Glass to Jackson Cannon