The Cocktail Lovers

JANUARY 25, 2024

Our book choice this week is Aperitif by Kate Hawkins and our bar review sees us falling for Dram, the recently opened, tardis-like spot in London’s Soho. Listen to our new episode on your favourite podcast channel or direct right here… As mentioned, our interview is with the absolute G that is Steve Schneider.

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Bar Magazine

JANUARY 7, 2025

bitter aperitif, truffle & morel infusion. Picture credit Nightjar Sebastiano Cristofanon, Bar Manager at Nightjar, said : Ive always been on the lookout for an energy drink thats as natural as possible and still tastes great. Forest Fog Bittersweet/ Umami/ Complex Zooz, 0.0% Forest Fog.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Queen Restaurant & Lounge in Miami has noticed a gradual increase in the popularity of gin among patrons, says bar manager Karol Ansaldi. The bar’s Fleur de Lis cocktail (shown atop) “is a light and refreshing aperitif that combines the crispness of Bombay Sapphire gin with the delicate sweetness of elderflower,” he adds.

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VinePair

MAY 14, 2024

It’s great with anything spicy or as an aperitif. Luke Rowe, bar manager, ELWAY’s Bar at Ritz-Carlton Denver , Denver “The most underrated supermarket wine is Burgans Albariño from Rias Baixas, Spain. It’s a truly versatile white wine that has big fruit and balanced acidity with pronounced minerality.

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Bar Magazine

APRIL 12, 2024

Nestled beneath the bakery, situated on Long Acre, the 26-cover bar and seating area transports guests to the rustic street cafes and sunset evenings enjoyed in Lecce.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 13, 2024

While the primary aspect of any bar is to dish out the most innovative cocktails using different kinds of ingredients and placing strong emphasis on quality, another factor that is now being incorporated is that of implementing sustainable practices. The one primary thing that is transforming the cocktail industry is technology.

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VinePair

JULY 16, 2024

—Sarah Kornegay, bar supervisor, The Katharine Brasserie & Bar , Winston-Salem, N.C. This is why Xila , a funky Mexican aperitif, made its way to our back bar. It’s an incredible aperitif that sips great on its own, but also lends itself to be paired with other spirits. Made from sweet potatoes and black koji.

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