Chilled Magazine

MARCH 3, 2024

Although I bartended for several years, the spirits business was not in my career plans. Like the events which gave gin the nickname “mother’s ruin” in the mid-1700s London, absinthe’s reputation was tarnished by unscrupulous profiteers who made cheap, adulterated, and dangerous imitations, marketed primarily to poor alcoholics.

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Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 20, 2024

LP O’Brien has quickly become a name synonymous with innovation and excellence in the realms of mixology, entrepreneurship, and women in business. Her success not only showcases her skill but also her ability to connect with people through mixology. It’s a place where you can really see the artistry of bartending come to life.”

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Australian Bartender

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The Inuman Team Inuman Upstairs, 167 Exhibition Street, Melbourne @inuman.melb Filipino culture meets contemporary mixology with the launch of Inuman, Melbourne’s first Filipino cocktail bar, which opened on November 1, 2024. Inuman pays homage to Filipino mixology while pushing boundaries with bold flavours and creative presentations.

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 4, 2024

From innovative ingredients to cutting-edge mixology methods, this serves as a spirited guide into the trends destined to captivate taste buds and revolutionize the bar scene in the coming year. “As As 2024 arrives, people are looking to settle into the unsettled— welcoming tastes of optimism into our reality.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

and Dale DeGroff, the James Beard award-winning father of mixology who reinvented the bartending profession. Alcoholic beverages date back to 13,000 BCE, when the first evidence of brewing beer was documented. The pair discussed the history of the American cocktail and how major U.S.

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A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Photo via www.unsplash.com Wondering what to give your favorite bartenders and mixologists this year? Trying to find the perfect gift for bartenders can definitely cause some stress! But don’t fret: If you are buying for a cocktail enthusiast or a professional bartender, we got you covered this holiday season.

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A Bar Above

JANUARY 17, 2024

Did you know that A Bar Above offers a variety of educational courses on topics from mocktails to a becoming a better bartender ? These courses delve into the true craft of making these cocktail ingredients from scratch and using them to create delicious mixed drinks (and even non-alcoholic drinks ) with signature flavors. Well, we do!

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 11, 2024

Current trends in wine or spirits that people can expect to see around the New Year include low-ABV and non-alcoholic spirits and RTDs. Low ABV and non-alcoholic beverages are also expected to soar in 2024, with the Gen Z population drinking 20% less than previous generations and an increase in sober-curious consumers.

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A Bar Above

DECEMBER 21, 2023

But “without alcohol” does not have to signal the end of delicious and the beginning of boring! Plus, for those of us in the hospitality industry, offering a thoughtfully-crafted, non-alcoholic option for guests who are not drinking alcohol– for whatever reason– is just excellent service and good business.

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A Bar Above

MARCH 7, 2025

Copyright A Bar Above, generated with AI AI Meets Mixology Imagine a cocktail menu curated with the help of AI. Copyright A Bar Above, generated with AI Tech Meets Trending Topics AI is playing a role in the rise of low-ABV and non-alcoholic drinks. Plus, certain systems can free you up so you have more time and attention for guests.

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The Cocktail Lovers

APRIL 11, 2025

Flauer Alassio 2025 is a unique event, exploring edible flowers, wild herbs, food sustainability and mixology. No, neither had we until local bartender Leonardo Quartero explained it was a regional cake made with extra-virgin olive oil. Non-alcoholic refreshment amongst the Wisteria at Villa della Pergola 8. Well drink to that.

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A Bar Above

JANUARY 5, 2024

We’re rounding out Dry January with three non-alcoholic drinks: the Piña Colada, Aperol Spritz, and Strawberry Daiquiri. These delicious mocktails are some of our favorite drinks without alcohol– and even though they’re great for hot summer days, they’re equally good alcohol-free party options all year long.

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VinePair

AUGUST 27, 2024

For a brief spell in the late ‘90s I was a lunch bartender at a neighborhood seafood restaurant in New York City. I’d been brought on as a waiter, but the seasoned bar staff, mostly primadonnas who conscientiously objected to daytime bartending, refused to work lunch. I could never be hired to do the same job today.

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Dry Atlas

JUNE 26, 2024

This led him from bussing tables at a local country club to mastering the art of mixology, eventually studying hospitality and event management at the University of Central Florida. Embracing a sober lifestyle, he discovered the profound impact of removing alcohol not just from his life but from his craft.

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A Bar Above

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Table of Contents : Join the Sober October Challenge Benefits of Not Drinking Alcohol 3 Custom Mocktail Recipes Other Non-Alcoholic Drinks Final Thoughts It’s my favorite time of year! Sober October is a fantastic way to take a break from alcohol, reset your drinking habits, and discover a bunch of delicious non-alcoholic drinks.

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VinePair

APRIL 2, 2024

Allan Katz loves bartending. His decades-long battle with chronic pain didn’t result from a freak accident or a sports injury; it’s the result of over two decades of bartending in craft cocktail bars across the country. The Occupational Hazards of Mixology Bartending can be glamorous.

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Imbibe Magazine

JUNE 10, 2024

Delta, whose main hub is in Atlanta, offers Tip Top canned cocktails , formulated in collaboration with bartender Miles Macquarrie of Decatur’s Kimball House. Gokan’s cocktail list includes a Japanese Old Fashioned and NA cocktails, like an alcohol-free Singapore Sling made with cascara juice.

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Bar Magazine

MARCH 28, 2025

Innovative Drink Concepts London’s bartenders are pushing the boundaries of creativity in 2025, promising a year of mixology innovation. Consider asking bartenders about the origins of their ingredients; this personal touch adds depth to your experience. This revival pays homage to the rich history of mixology.

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A Bar Above

DECEMBER 28, 2023

While alcohol consumption is up during the holidays, it may be time to rethink your relationship with alcohol for the month of Dry January. For some people (such as regular drinkers who maybe partied a little too hard in December), it’s abstaining from alcohol through the entire month of January in order to reset.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

But now, more bar programs and bartenders in the United States are finally exploring the vastness of Black drinking culture by blending its influences, one cup at a time. It’s a welcoming way to say ‘we got you’ if you don’t drink alcohol or just don’t feel like drinking alcohol tonight.”

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Gustavo Rojas, mixologist and bartender, The Pony Room at Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa , Rancho Santa Fe, Calif. Juan Salgado, bartender, El Jardin , San Jose, Calif. “A Derrick Osbeck, bartender, Bravas Bar de Tapas , Healdsburg, Calif. Vida Mezcal Clásico is the clear answer for Margaritas.

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A Bar Above

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Add a personal touch by flagging your own favorite cocktail recipe or adding a mini bottle of alcohol to the gift. This torch can be used for smoking alcoholic beverages and food, so if your buddies like to cook, all the better! Help your wedding party attendants make the perfect drink with these home infusion barrels.

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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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VinePair

DECEMBER 3, 2023

When you talk to someone in the bar or booze industry about “Hey Bartender,” Douglas Tirola’s 2013 documentary chronicling the 21st century rebirth and rise of the American cocktail scene, one specific quote from the film is likely to be mentioned. The film was cinema vérité. The rest of this story should be read at maximum volume.)

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Spiritz

AUGUST 12, 2024

Gone are the days when the bar was just a watering hole for those seeking alcoholic beverages. “There is also the virtual reality mixology experience, which is an immersive experience allowing interaction with virtual instructions and bartenders to learn the art of crafting cocktails,” he says. among others.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 8, 2024

Monin, India's leading syrup brand, has unveiled the 2024 Monin Cup Competition, calling on young bartenders aged 18-27 to display their mixology skills. This year's theme, "Low is More," highlights the growing trend of low and no-alcohol beverages, pushing participants to craft inventive cocktails using Monin's diverse product lineup.

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Spiritz

MAY 13, 2024

one of the leading players in the imported alcoholic beverage segment in India is handling Molinary brands in India. The second stage involves infusion in alcohol: where the resulting oils are macerated and steeped in pure alcohol. We would like to engage with bartenders in high energy and cocktail-centric bars," Mario shares.

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A Bar Above

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Table of Contents : Join the Sober October Challenge Benefits of Not Drinking Alcohol 3 Custom Mocktail Recipes Other Non-Alcoholic Drinks Final Thoughts It’s my favorite time of year! Sober October is a fantastic way to take a break from alcohol, reset your drinking habits, and discover a bunch of delicious non-alcoholic drinks.

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Advanced Mixology

JANUARY 21, 2025

This is now all changing with more and more spirits being available to bartenders and at-home cocktail enthusiasts such as Shochu, Soju and Baiju. So with such global popularity and the USAs best bartenders hooked, its only a matter of time before Asian ingredients and drinks become easier to get your hands on.

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A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

This style of glass is most commonly used for mixed drinks that are high in alcohol content. The wide glass allows for a large piece of ice and also provides ample space to take in the aroma of the alcohol that you are enjoying. Restaurants often use them as regular drinking glasses as well.

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Advanced Mixology

JULY 18, 2024

However, since it entails alcohol, it has more stringent legal requirements. The common types of bars include: Cocktail bar: This focuses on mixology, serving various mixed alcoholic beverages, both classic and specialty cocktails. Alcohol is a heavily regulated sector. Opening one is like starting a business of any kind.

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PubClub

MARCH 19, 2024

In the bustling world of hospitality, bartenders play a pivotal role, crafting not just drinks but experiences that keep patrons returning to the bar. The art of bartending extends beyond mere drink preparation; it encompasses a wide array of skills that ensure success in this dynamic profession.

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Advanced Mixology

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Whether you have a knack for making cocktails or want to explore the world of mixology, it’s important that you know where to begin with. In other words, exploring the world of bartending will need more than just passion. Being an excellent bartender with a knack for handling the crowd isn’t easy but it’s not impossible either.

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Bar Magazine

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Long-standing liqueur producer and renowned favourite of bartenders across the globe, Giffard, have struck gold at the recent Top Shelf Awards in San Francisco. These liqueurs allow bartenders to create quality mixed drinks, with all the occasion and flavour of an alcoholic cocktail, but without the alcohol content.

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Cheers

MARCH 11, 2024

As we explore this fusion of mixology and marketing, we’ll uncover the art behind location-specific cocktails setting new standards in the beverage experience. Signature cocktails: mixology meets storytelling As a hospitality brand, you want to tell the story of both you and your location, and mixology provides a perfect opportunity.

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Spiritz

APRIL 8, 2024

Afzal Kaba, who is the Beverage Director of Musaafer in Houston, the US, loves to create alcoholic concoctions that have an association with India. He therefore offers a wide menu that includes a tribute to the ‘kahwa’ of Kashmir as well as highlighting the wines from Nashik in Maharashtra.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Unless you’re partying with a very specific crowd — or vacationing with one highly ambitious Brit — chances are that gin isn’t dominating any alcohol-adjacent conversations that arise. Consider this brand-new release your comprehensive tour through the rich history of Black mixology.

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