Raising the Bar: Bringing Mexico City’s Rayo to Nocturno

The Las Vegas Arts District is experiencing a renaissance, with dozens of new concepts opening annually. Amidst this saturation, Nocturno Cocktail Bar needed to distinguish itself not just as another local watering hole, but as a leader in the high-touch craft cocktail movement. 

Our goal

Position Nocturno as a destination for global bar appreciators, building the necessary buzz to chase industry accolades—specifically, recognition on the prestigious World’s 50 Best Bars list. 

Strategy

Rooted in the concept of “prestige partnerships.” To develop a national presence, we facilitated collaborations with celebrated bars across North America. 

  • The Rayo Collaboration: We kicked off the series by connecting Nocturno with Mexico City’s Rayo (ranked #87 globally and #5 in North America). 
  • The Pop-Up: We organized a one-night-only takeover, inviting the Las Vegas community to experience world-class mixology while positioning Nocturno alongside global elites. 
  • Media Outreach: We leveraged the event to engage both local media and national industry publications. 

The result

The event successfully imported global credibility to the local scene.

Sold Out Event

110 tickets sold for the one-night experience. 

Brand Elevation

Cemented Nocturno as a serious destination for craft cocktails in Las Vegas. 

Industry Networking

Established impactful relationships with internationally celebrated talent, paving the way for future acclaim. 

 

 

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