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Elements: Cocchi Americano Cocktails

Imbibe Magazine

Exhibit A: Cocchi Americano, an aperitif wine from Italy (actually, two aperitif wines—a bianco and a rosa). Is it a classic aperitif highball made with Campari, vermouth, and soda water? And by occupying a spot in the Americano category, the aperitif also sets itself apart from what it isn’t—a vermouth.

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Drink of the Week: Giboin Pineau des Charentes Vieille Réserve

Imbibe Magazine

I’ll admit I’m not well-versed in Pineau des Charentes , the aperitif wine that mixes fresh or lightly fermented grape juice with unaged Cognac. Giboin Vignoble has been producing Cognac and Pineau des Charentes since 1830 in Cherves-Richemont, France.

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Where to Enjoy Vermouth Around the World

Imbibe Magazine

Amor built its reputation on stirred, bitter-oriented drinks, and this cocktail destination has 20 or more bottles of aperitif wines open at any one time. Amor y Amargo (New York City) “Vermouth is squarely in our wheelhouse,” says beverage director Sother Teague. Bonus: It has a utility beyond cocktails.

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We’re Recapping Chilled 100 ELEVATE 2024: The Second Golden Age of the American Cocktail with Dale DeGroff and Ted Breaux

Chilled Magazine

Alcoholic beverages date back to 13,000 BCE, when the first evidence of brewing beer was documented. The first indication of wine appears in 5,000 BCE, and the word “aperitif” first shows up in writing in the 5th century CE. The pair discussed the history of the American cocktail and how major U.S.

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The Inevitable Rise of Beer Spas

VinePair

From microbrew soaks to full-on sudsy retreats, beer spas were once a stateside novelty and a travel wellness destination for those visiting Eastern Europe. They seek to offer bathers beer’s purported wellness benefits (more on that in a minute), but also to share the relaxing experience with a larger audience.

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Vermouth & Food: A Perfect Pair

Imbibe Magazine

This isn’t just a cultural preference; vermouth’s core function is as an aperitif, with food a crucial part of the enjoyment equation. Vermouth is built on a balance of sweetness and bitterness,” he says. Matching these flavors with those found in salty, acidic, or rich foods forms a perfect pairing.

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BevX 2024: Hilton For The Win

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Spoiled for choice Across all three tiers, the Hilton Managed Beverage Program includes domestic and import beers, as well as craft breweries from 11 U.S. regions, representing dozens of different styles and over 100 possible craft beers in total. Hard seltzers, with malt- and spirit-based options, round out the offerings.