Espress Yourself: A Rooftop Evening with Nigel Barker and America's Top Martinis

Celebrate Espresso Martini Month at the St. Julep Rooftop with live art, DJ vibes, and special guest Nigel Barker

Mar. 19, 2026 at 11:00pm

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On March 19th, the St. Julep Rooftop at the Kimpton Sylvan Hotel in Atlanta is hosting 'Espress Yourself', an evening of creativity, cocktails, and community. Guests can enjoy expertly crafted Barker Espresso Martinis and Cappuccino Martinis, experience live art by local painter Grace Harris, and mingle with special guest Nigel Barker, founder and America's Next Top Model judge.

Why it matters

This event celebrates the growing popularity of espresso martinis while bringing together Atlanta's creative community for an evening of art, music, and specialty cocktails. It showcases the city's vibrant rooftop bar scene and the innovative mixology trends emerging in the local hospitality industry.

The details

From 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, guests at the 'Espress Yourself' event can sip on Barker Espresso Martinis and Cappuccino Martinis, listen to a live DJ, and watch as local artist Grace Harris creates a masterpiece on a blank canvas in real-time. Special guest Nigel Barker, founder and America's Next Top Model judge, will be in attendance to mingle with guests and showcase his signature cocktail creations.

  • The event takes place on Thursday, March 19, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

The players

Nigel Barker

Founder and judge on the reality TV series America's Next Top Model.

Grace Harris

A local live paint artist who will be transforming a blank canvas into a stunning masterpiece during the event.

St. Julep Rooftop

The rooftop bar at the Kimpton Sylvan Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia where the 'Espress Yourself' event will take place.

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What’s next

Guests are encouraged to dress to impress for a chance to win an extra special Barker Bottle and shaker.

The takeaway

This event showcases Atlanta's vibrant rooftop bar scene and the growing popularity of specialty cocktails like espresso martinis. It brings together the city's creative community for an evening of art, music, and innovative mixology.