Imbibe Magazine

MAY 24, 2024

I left a bottle open in my car for 48 hours as a test, and it still had bubbles!” Max Reis of Mirate in Los Angeles also insists on chilling the alcohol before building the cocktail. Essentially carbonation thrives, especially with alcohol, the closest it is to its freezing point,” he explains.

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VinePair

APRIL 9, 2025

Makeshift drinks of house party fame like jungle juice (or even Gen Zs beloved Borg ) might take the cake in terms of nuclear alcohol content, but there are better, more balanced options than mixing vodka with Crystal Lite in a milk gallon. While bottles can range in alcohol level, some expressions can reach 75 percent ABV.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 31, 2024

It’s a subcategory stuffed with tried-and-true labels and buzzy emerging brands, but there are some splendid bottles that fly under the radar — and this collection of underrated gems is thrilling to explore on its own merit. This is a perfect everyday bourbon and the reasonable alcohol level makes it pleasing to the nose when served neat.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 7, 2024

The law requiring the familiar pink sticker on the back of bottles of alcohol over 30% has been repealed in the UK’s 2024 Spring Budget. If you’ve ever seen or drunk a bottle of spirits from the UK then you have probably seen a duty stamp.

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Imbibe Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2024

But if you want to try creating your own ice-cold bottled cocktail, Hirsch shared some of his tips, including how not to accidentally turn your favorite drink into a 750ml popsicle. “To me, the joy of freezer door cocktails is that once the bottle is on the freezer door, the work is done. When batching a 750ml (25.3

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Imbibe Magazine

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

And making it a cinch, says Rodriguez: Add chopped-up peppers to high-proof alcohol, let it sit for a few hours, and taste frequently until the preferred heat is reached. Then, strain out the peppers and bottle the liquid. For their cherry liqueur , they infuse the fruit (with pits) in alcohol for six days.

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VinePair

JANUARY 19, 2024

Go to any bottle shop these days and you’re bound to be greeted by a respectable section devoted to non-alcoholic offerings. Making a good non-alcoholic wine was never going to be easy. That, and there’s a one-two punch of complexity and mouthfeel in good wine that’s very hard to hang onto after you remove the alcohol.

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VinePair

APRIL 25, 2025

After the formation of the AVA system in 1980, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) now known as the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) put forth an initiative to evaluate the vines grown in the U.S. 7, 1996, Napa Gamay was only legal to use on labels bottled before Jan.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 8, 2024

Understanding the costs involved in bottling a cask of whisky can help you understand a fair price if you want to buy a cask In 2023 more that £3 million of losses were reported to Action Fraud over alcohol investments. One way to do that yourself is to turn your cask price into a per bottle price.

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Imbibe Magazine

AUGUST 13, 2024

We macerate the cold fruit on a base of hybrid rosé wine and water—the temperature and alcohol delay primary fermentation for a DIY cold-soak method. After straining, the tank rests for another month before we bottle. We pull samples from tanks holding finished product, making decisions around timeline, process, and bottling.

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VinePair

APRIL 1, 2024

For the dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of bottles stocked in your local liquor store or loaded on the virtual shelves of online retailers, a medal can be a make-or-break moment. cuts through the noise and helps that particular bottle stand out. The judges behind the medal matter; in the case of L.A.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

One line that has consistently met this standard is its Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond bourbons. The Fall 2023 edition of Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, which I’m reviewing today, is this lineup’s twelfth national release.

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VinePair

MAY 14, 2025

While the pale pink bottles from Provence that originally sparked the ros frenzy remain wildly popular, there are wines from around the world that offer something new and exciting for curious drinkers, from juicy co-ferments to savory, barrel-aged examples. The wine inside the bottle also reflects the classic Provence style.

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Cheers

OCTOBER 31, 2024

How did you get into the beverage alcohol business? I’m a newcomer to the beverage alcohol industry. Our team tries to look at things differently and we are always looking for ways to innovate from our bottle design that is purposefully slender in the middle to be easy to hold and pour to our unique barrel aging.

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Imbibe Magazine

JANUARY 23, 2024

“It is unlike any other alcoholic beverage,” says Joly, pointing to sake’s ability to express diverse characteristics at a range of temperatures. ” To accompany her bottle recs, Joly offers insight into the temperatures for serving and tips for how to prepare hot sake at home.

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Imbibe Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

From colorful liqueurs to delicate aperitifs, here are five bottles that translate the authentic flavor of melon to the glass. The vibrantly hued Creme de Melons Vert macerates fresh green melons sourced from Honduras and China into neutral alcohol before sweetening with sugar. Try this one as a more delicate alternative to Midori.

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VinePair

MAY 1, 2025

Admittedly, that momentum is starting to slow down, coinciding with greater spirits and alcohol consumption trends. Case in point: In 2020, we received just one brand and sample that wasnt bottled at the categorys minimum 40 percent ABV. Where is the additive-free labeling movement headed?

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 30, 2024

These flavors are balanced It is bottled at 14.75% making it a perfect neat pour, either chilled or over ice. The creamy mixture is typically served chilled and can be non-alcoholic or spiked with spirits like rum, brandy, bourbon, or whiskey. ” What Is Eggnog?

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VinePair

JULY 18, 2024

As if New Jersey’s most infamous linguistic spar wasn’t intense enough, one Garden State distillery is throwing alcohol on the fire. The article This Pork Roll, Egg, and Cheese-Flavored Vodka Is New Jersey in a Bottle appeared first on VinePair. Technically, given its 35-percent ABV, it falls under the U.S.

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VinePair

MAY 1, 2024

So the next time that one serious collector friend offers you a copita of pechuga that they suitcased back and swear is Pepsi bottle-worthy you won’t have to nod politely while secretly wondering if they’re having a stroke. This is one of those laws that’s regularly flaunted by travelers returning from Mexico with bags full of rare bottles.

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Imbibe Magazine

JANUARY 22, 2024

Heat things up with these five bottle recs from Joly. Honjozo also has a bit of brewers alcohol added and therefore, when warmed, it creates this creamy mouthfeel,” says Joly. Sake that is clean and crisp is also ideal for hot sake—especially styles that are from Niigata Prefecture.

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VinePair

JUNE 16, 2024

Bottled water is nothing new. While it’s hard to nail down exactly when the very first water bottle was invented, packaging water for transportation dates all the way back to ancient times. It didn’t take long for the environmental impact of these plastic bottles to become obvious.

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Advanced Mixology

OCTOBER 14, 2024

They also think about alcohol. Drinking is common at college events and social gatherings, and many students choose to consume alcohol as part of the experience. Why Choose Non-Alcoholic Options? Before discussing the alternatives let's take a look at why pupils choose non-alcoholic drinks.

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore the origins of French liqueurs and delve into the production processes of notable brands, including Noces Royales by Spiritique, Arvani by Artez, and several liqueur options by Jules Theuriet and Jahiot.

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A Bar Above

JUNE 7, 2024

It’s a day for both bourbon aficionados and novices to explore the awesomeness of one of the best-loved alcoholic spirits, from classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and the Mint Julep to innovative modern concoctions like the Paper Plane. While the average alcohol content is about 45% , bourbon is legally not allowed to exceed 79.5%

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Imbibe Magazine

JUNE 10, 2024

Gokan’s cocktail list includes a Japanese Old Fashioned and NA cocktails, like an alcohol-free Singapore Sling made with cascara juice. My tip is to mix those two together in a 100ml bottle before you go through security. The airline’s customers enjoy more than a million bottles of Champagne each year. “In

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Imbibe Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2024

But for those not living in the Crescent City, the new NOLA instant coffee from Blue Bottle is a surprisingly delicious substitute. Blue Bottle founder James Freeman is notably a fan of New Orleans–style coffee. He began selling his own version at San Francisco farmers markets in 2005 as an iced latte alternative.

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Imbibe Magazine

APRIL 1, 2024

And if you don’t live in the neighborhood, you can still grab some of their favorite bottles of the moment. It boasts a market, tapería, and tightly curated wine list, featuring about 50 regularly rotating bottles. “Our list is 100 percent Spanish. Nearly forgotten terroirs are being rediscovered for their quality.

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Imbibe Magazine

APRIL 22, 2024

“Shochu and awamori outsell sake in Japan,” says Stephen Lyman, who, along with business partner Christopher Pelligrini, co-hosts the Japan Distilled podcast , and sources bottles and imports shochu though their company, Honkaku Spirits. There’s also more shochu made in Japan than tequila in Mexico.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Date-Infused Mezcal Recipe Ingredients One pint of pitted dates One bottle of mezcal Directions Add dates to mezcal in a sealable bottle, and let rest overnight (roughly 12 hours). People like having some kind of bite in their non-alcoholic cocktails, and shrubs really make them hit like a cocktail without the alcohol,” Snow says.

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VinePair

JANUARY 13, 2025

But it did have plenty of goodwill associated with its brand, which has carved out a significant niche for itself in the premium wine category (those costing roughly $14-$20 per bottle at retail). The article How Josh Cellars Created One of Americas Most Popular Proseccos appeared first on VinePair.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The combination of two distinct flavor profiles might confuse some drinkers, as could its Champagne-like alcohol level of 11.5 After that comes the process of remuage, with a riddling machine slowly moving the yeast into the neck of the bottle over the course of about four weeks. Actually finding a bottle is another.

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Imbibe Magazine

MAY 28, 2024

What started as a barware store morphed over the years to include a range of Japanese kitchen goods and teaware, along with a bottle shop stocked with a magnificent range of Japanese beer, sake, shochu, and other spirits. So we added a little section for snacks and drinks, and these were non-alcoholic drinks when we started.

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Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

These growers have any number of other delicious cuvees, but these bottles stood out,” says Amdur. Again, it’s Blaufränkisch, but here it is joined with an old Slovenian variety, Blauer Kölner, plus some white varieties, too—dry, trippy, low in alcohol, with spice, cranberry and dried cherry.”

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Imbibe Magazine

AUGUST 12, 2024

Even white rum has to rest before hitting the bottling line. She says the catalyst may have been a 2015 article about the health problems encountered by workers in Flor de Caña’s Nicaraguan sugarcane fields, which prompted boycotts and online protests. “It

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VinePair

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Wild Turkey uses heavily charred barrels for aging their bourbons and bottles their flagship bourbon at a punchy 101 proof. For a Hot Toddy, you need a whiskey that has a high alcohol by volume because you are going to dilute the spirit with mostly water to make the drink. Lets go with Wild Turkey 101. appeared first on VinePair.

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Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

Just in time for the longer days, our March/April 2025 issue , features a taste test of alcohol-free aperitifs, a quickly growing category that allows for an aperitivo at any hour. Among the bottles featured is the new Wilderton Citrus Aperitivo. rebranded itself. Luckily, in December, the Wilderton Citrus Aperitivo debuted.

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