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We Ask Stevan Miller of Esmè about Spirits-Free Drinking

Chilled Magazine

Whether you’re committed to a year-round alcohol-free lifestyle or kicking off 2025 with Dry January, Esm, the Michelin-starred restaurant in Chicago, offers a range of culinary-inspired non-alcoholic cocktails. “Bar Esme is a refined and intimate cocktail destination.

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ShakeStir Acquires Shaker & Spoon

Chilled Magazine

Enhancing E-Commerce and Tech Enablement for the Beverage Industry The acquisition also aligns with ShakeStirs continued investment in e-commerce innovation through Thirstie, the leader in alcohol compliance and digital storefront solutions. Together, were redefining whats possible in at-home mixology and beverage alcohol e-commerce.”

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Founder April Wachtel Solves Cocktail Problems with Cheeky Cocktails

Chilled Magazine

We only use the highest quality ingredients and ingredients craft cocktail bartenders would use behind a professional bar! Our syrup is non-alcoholic, so sober or sober-curious drinkers can use us in place of a coffee liqueur; plus, we have a Decaf Espresso , so folks who want to avoid caffeine (and/or alcohol) also have options.

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The Ultimate Guide To Craft Mocktails For Dry January

A Bar Above

Photo via Unsplash Part of pouring craft beverages is the process of discovering, developing, and sharing tasty sips with our friends and family. But “without alcohol” does not have to signal the end of delicious and the beginning of boring! In short, they should be as well-crafted as an alcoholic cocktail.

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5 Useful Tips to Elevate your Bar Menu and Drinks Program

Chilled Magazine

In today’s craft cocktail culture, being forward-thinking with your drink program is important. Balance out the menu with an equal amount of sweet and spirit-forward cocktails and add a few savory and spicy options for diverse palates. Introduce seasonal cocktail menus and products to give your guests something new and exciting.

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Trends in the New Year, Predicted by Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Experts

Chilled Magazine

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. Craft cocktails with locally sourced seasonal ingredients will always be a hit,” says Carla Marie Rivera, Director of Product Education, South Florida, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits.

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Revisiting the ‘Hey Bartender’ Documentary, 10 Years After It Captured the Craft Cocktail Renaissance

VinePair

Ten years after “Hey Bartender”’s release captured the movement, we’re still seeing the fruits of such growth: These days, any city large enough to have a professional sports team will have a thriving craft cocktail scene. You could see the respect these craft bartenders had for Carpi and what he was doing,” he says.