Sean Kenyon

Bio:

Sean Kenyon is a third-generation barman whose family has been behind the bar in New Jersey since the 1930s. Over his 40-year career, he’s managed and developed cocktail programs across New Jersey, Texas, and Colorado, while also consulting on national beverage initiatives.

In 2011, Sean opened Williams & Graham in Denver—his lifelong dream. The acclaimed bar has been named one of The World’s 50 Best Bars by Drinks International and earned “American Cocktail Bar of the Year” honors at both Tales of the Cocktail and Nightclub & Bar Show. Sean himself has been named “Bartender of the Year” by both organizations, and in 2022, was honored as “American Bar Mentor of the Year.”

In 2015, he opened Occidental, a punk rock neighborhood bar that’s been recognized by Esquire and Playboy as one of the best in the country. Most recently, in 2025, he brought Williams & Graham to Denver International Airport.

Sean views bartending as both craft and calling—a career built on care, creativity, and connection. He’s proud to make a living doing what he loves, and giving back to his community has always been a priority. He supports and partners with several Denver-based charities.