Imbibe Magazine

JANUARY 5, 2024

But everyone’s relationship with alcohol is different, and, for me, moderation is key all year long. Fortunately, whether you’re booze-free for a day or the foreseeable future, the caliber and availability of alcohol-free options keeps improving. ounce bottle, compared to 60 milligrams in most espresso shots.

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Drinkhacker

JUNE 23, 2024

With the NA movement in full swing — and non-alcoholic wines getting better every day — it’s natural to ask the question: How should you store them? And how do you deal with open bottles? There’s lots of information on traditional (with alcohol) wine storage, but nothing I’ve ever seen on NA options.

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Drinkhacker

JUNE 16, 2024

Non-alcoholic amari are on the rise, and Lapo’s — a brand inspired by Italy but based in Dallas — is the latest to enter the fray. Lapo’s focuses on non-alcoholic options built around designing a boozeless version of the classic Campari and its iconic Negroni cocktail.

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Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 11, 2025

I was really worried about what all these men would think if I came over to their table with a big belly and a bottle of wine. I was really worried about what all these men would think if I came over to their table with a big belly and a bottle of wine. I had never seen a pregnant sommelier, James remembers.

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Cheers

JANUARY 7, 2025

North American airport concessionaire Paradies Lagardre has partnered with Atlantas non-alcoholic bottle shop The Zero Co. to offer four alcohol-free selections at its wine bar concept Vino Volo starting in January. The following non-alcoholic beverages, with tasting notes from The Zero Co. The Zero Co. The Zero Co.,

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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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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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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Manska for an analytical look at the Quest for the Best—Spirits Drinkers Drink, But Don’t Know Things Proof or ABV: Proof can denote approximate alcohol content of any spirit although it is commonly associated with whiskey and originated with rum. If 57.15% was 100 proof, wouldn’t 200 proof be 114.30% alcohol? An error of 14.3%ABV?

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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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Booze Business

JULY 9, 2024

The alcohol industry stands out as it undergoes changes that are not only fundamental but also unique, driven by changing consumer preferences, technological advancements, and shifting demographics. One of the key factors driving the non-alcohol trend is the ‘sober curious’ movement. Dry January is a good example.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

It’s a bottled-in-bond rye meaning that it is at least four years aged and bottled at 100 proof. It retails where I live for around $27 a bottle.” I know many of us are used to grabbing any bottle with a green label and hoping for the best, but don’t sleep on Sazerac Rye in its elegant bottle.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 13, 2024

Telangana Prohibition and Excise Department has set clear guidelines for alcoholic beverage consumption at private home parties in the state. According to the applicable regulations, parties held at homes in the state do not require a permit as long as the amount of alcoholic beverage served is limited to six bottles or fewer.

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Drinkhacker

AUGUST 21, 2024

These non-alcoholic sparkling wines , like many, are made in Germany (these hail from the Rüdesheim region) and sold stateside by online merchant The Zero Proof. Curiously, while the first wine on the list is bottled with a crown cap, the second has a Champagne-style cork to contend with.

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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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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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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Minnesota statute only permits micro-distilleries to serve alcoholic drinks produced in-house, so they began playing with and creating vermouth, amaro, and gin. The northern distillery not only boasts bottled in bond whiskey, but bottled in bond that surpasses the minimum standards. Less than 100 cases of each were made.

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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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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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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

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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Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 20, 2024

Despite being sober for over a year, LP continues to consult and craft both alcoholic and non-alcoholic mocktails, drawing on her decade-long experience in the industry. ’s new line of non-alcoholic cocktails, marking a significant expansion into the world of mocktails. We ask LP to tell us more about her life these days.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In an era where digital platforms redefine consumer experiences, the alcoholic beverage industry is joining the revolution. LivCheers.com , a pioneering platform, is transforming how consumers interact with and explore the world of alcoholic beverages. Finding reliable, in-depth information about alcoholic beverages can be challenging.

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Drinkhacker

APRIL 20, 2024

Heaven Hill’s first 2024 release of the Old Fitzgerald bottled in bond series has arrived with extra-special vibes attached: This release commemorates the 25th anniversary of Heaven Hill acquiring the historic Bernheim Distillery (DSP-KY-1) in Louisville — and along with it the Old Fitzgerald brand. 100 proof.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Presented in a striking blue bottle adorned with stars that pay homage to its celestial name, the Astral Margarita is a true embodiment of the brand’s ethos, ‘of the stars.’

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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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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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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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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Attendees will also be able to engage in buyer-supplier meetings, view award-winning products, and visit the Bottle Shot Lounge for professional product photography. New offerings at SommCon 2024 include a Hosted Buyer Program, providing qualified alcohol beverage buyers with complimentary passes, travel, and accommodations.

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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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Chilled Magazine

APRIL 4, 2024

The Shelbourne was one of the first hotels in Dublin to introduce non-alcoholic cocktails, and they are continuing to lead the charge with a fresh N/A menu for 2024. Below, you’ll find two of their delicious cocktails using Lucky Saint, The UK’s #1 dedicated alcohol-free beer! Let it cool down and bottle. Stephen’s Green.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

We are continuing to develop our portfolio as a total beverage company, including in the growing alcohol ready-to-drink market,” said James Quincey, Chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company. The global benchmark for alcohol beverage volume (ABV) is 5% but will vary depending on the market.

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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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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 23, 2023

While the warmer months are dominated by IPAs, pale ales, lagers, pilsners, wheat beers, and other lighter brews crafted for their refreshing, easy-drinking nature, the winter is a time to get maltier, bolder, and up the alcohol content as well as the flavor. But it’s so much more than that. Grab a sixer or order a draft.

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Chilled Magazine

MAY 13, 2024

This is particularly important when tasting alcohol beverages, as anesthetic ethanol molecules must be swept away by a new mucous layer on the epithelium lining in your nasal cavity. Graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Sensory Science on your 21st birthday, Dad brings a special bottle of his favorite 21yo “Milestone Memories.”

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