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Drink of the Week: Ancho Reyes Barrica Chile Ancho Liqueur

Imbibe Magazine

The Ancho Reyes chile liqueurs (both the original Ancho Chile , released in 2012, and the Verde in 2016) have become industry favorites for crafting complex drinks, as our own recipe gallery can attest. Like a chef in the kitchen with a new ingredient, bartenders take no small amount of delight in experimenting with a new cocktail component.

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We Ask Old Elk Master Distiller Greg Metze About Crafting Whiskey

Chilled Magazine

In 2012, the team at Old Elk asked master distiller Greg Metze to craft and produce custom whiskey mash bills specifically for them after his 24-year odyssey at Seagram’s Distillery, “I subsequently joined Old Elk in 2016,” shares Metze, “We have created a very nice portfolio of products intended to satisfy and entice our consumers.

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The 9 Most Iconic and Cringe-Inducing Booze Cameos in Film and TV

VinePair

Budweiser: ‘That’s My Boy’ (2012) Budweiser is no stranger to the silver screen. Heineken: ‘Skyfall’ (2012) Espionage skills aside, James Bond is most known for his Martini — shaken, not stirred. That’s why some fans were up in arms when the spy swapped his usual order in favor of a Heineken in 2012’s “Skyfall.” Why the change?

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Elevating Tradition at Arnaud’s French 75 Bar in NOLA

Chilled Magazine

He transitioned to fine dining in 2012 at Brennan’s. He progressed to the back of the house and worked as an expeditor, pastry chef, and then moved onto food preparation at a catering company. He gained experience at several hotels and private events in the banquet sector, then joined the team as a server at Arnaud’s in 2013.

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GSN Book Review: The Tequila Ambassador Version Originale

Good Spirits News

is the re-imagining and expansion of Tomas’ seminal 2012 book The Tequila Ambassador. Even if you already own the 2012 book by Tomas Estes, this new volume is more vibrant, more expansive, more down to earth and more colorful in every way. 50 modern Tequila cocktail recipes from today’s top bartenders round out the presentation.

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St. Augustine Named “2024 Distillery Of The Year” By The ADI

The Whiskey Wash

It was founded in 2012 by Philip McDaniel and Mike Diaz and, in the space of just 12 years, has become internationally renowned for its artisanal spirits including whiskey, vodka, rum, and gin. The distillery in question must also be privately owned, distill its own products, and produce less than 100,000 proof gallons annually.

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5 Things You Didn’t Know About The Macallan Diamond Jubilee

The Whiskey Wash

The Macallan Diamond Jubilee is one of The Macallan ’s most prized royal releases, created in celebration of Elizabeth II’s 60 years on the throne in 2012. Elizabeth II’s was celebrated in 2012, at the age of 86. Since its release the bottle has been popular on the secondary market amongst both whisky collectors and Royal Family fans.