Show your favorite Chicago bartender some love and nominate him or her for RedEye's 2013 Best Bartender competition. Think of it as a big tip. And if you're a bartender and want to nominate yourself, that's OK too. You gotta look out for No. 1, right?

The RedEye staff will sift through the nominations, do some thirst-quenching research and select the frontrunners. Once you, beloved reader, vote to help narrow the field to a few finalists, we'll throw a party and let you try out all the top cocktails.

So fill out our form below and let us know who's keeping you coming back for their delicious drinks. Nominations will be accepted through Jan. 15.

Bartender's first name:
Bartender's last name:
Where does he or she work?:
What makes he or she worthy of the title "Best Bartender"?
What is his or her signature drink?
Your email address:
Your contact phone number:
Upload a photo of the bartender: