Imbibe Magazine

JULY 8, 2024

” Adam Montgomerie, Bar Manager of Hawksmoor , New York City The only changes Adam Montgomerie will make to a classic Manhattan are to add a dash of saline solution, use a split of rye and bourbon whiskeys (mostly rye), and chill the glass in the freezer a couple of hours beforehand. Then, we may do them on the rocks.”

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A Bar Above

MARCH 1, 2024

As a new bar manager, there are certain terms and vocabulary that you need to be familiar with so you can communicate effectively with your team. We’ll quickly cover what the term par is and how it applies to the bar and restaurant world, and then we’ll discuss one of its most important applications: the par sheet.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Fionna Gemzon, bar manager, None of the Above , St. Instead of buying Blanton’s, find a good whiskey bar and ask what they’re drinking right now. For every $280 of secondary-market Blanton’s, you can get four $70 bottles that will blow you away. We have the whiskey taters to thank for this, but here we are.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

They approach each bottling year by year and choose a blend that best represents how the whiskey inside the barrel is aging. The result is a rye that is both complex and approachable at around $30 per bottle, which lends itself to any classic cocktail that you can imagine including an amazing Sazerac.”

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 29, 2024

The Balmoral, one of Edinburgh’s most luxurious hotels, has procured a bottle of The Macallan Horizon, the recent luxury collaboration between The Macallan and Bentley Motors. Then, a visit to the SCOTCH bar, in which The Macallan Horizon is displayed. This luxurious experience truly honours the extraordinary bottle in style.”

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VinePair

APRIL 23, 2024

Which bottles are truly delicious? That’s where the whiskey world’s most underrated bottles come in. In general, underrated bottles tend to over-perform in their price points, and several of the bottles recommended are easy to find at most liquor stores. It’s the most perfectly versatile bottle I know.

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 10, 2024

The global wine list leans toward minimal-intervention bottles, and the beer selection features several Pennsylvania breweries. Their new Fishtown digs include an airy bar, a bottle shop, and a fully functional urban winery where Ducos, MCC’s winemaker, vinifies and bottles those grapes. “We

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The trendiest shots right now, according to bartenders: Fernet Branca Hard Start Mezcal and Amaro Angelino Rye-Nar Forghetti Dickel whiskey and shot of au jus Vermouth Green Tea Bourbon Tequila Amortized wine Bottled-in-bond rye St. Connor Gillette, senior bar manager, The Alida Hotel , Savannah, Ga.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Thanks to young distilleries making their debuts to fresh and innovative expressions from legendary brands, each trip to the neighborhood bottle shop carries the potential to deliver a new delight. Andy May, head bartender, The Golden Swan, NYC “ Leopold Brothers Bottled In Bond Bourbon. the hometown of bourbon.”

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VinePair

MAY 7, 2024

The primary reason to pick up any bottle of tequila is taste. It may be tempting to plunk down gobs of cash for these offerings, especially since they may turn heads when displayed on a home bar, but they will likely transform into dust magnets if they hold lousy juice. Fionna Gemzon, bar manager, None of the Above , St.

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VinePair

MAY 21, 2024

These are bottles and cans you’ll find almost anywhere, are usually affordably priced, and are easy to drink. And since they may not be the most popular option, you might have the cooler or bar’s selection mostly to yourself. Steven Penaranda, bar manager, Union New American , Tampa, Fla. appeared first on VinePair.

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VinePair

MAY 17, 2024

Here’s what else is unique: the petate weaving on every bottle. They’re handwoven, and I’m a sucker for bottle design, so I wanted to point that out. The bottle looks great, the liquid tastes great, and it’s got a really unique story you can share with friends. But folks, that is Zacapa No.

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VinePair

AUGUST 28, 2024

Mario Firmani, bar manager at an establishment that’s in the 50 Best Bars list, knows a thing or two about the aperitivo. A collective of eight wineries from the Veneto region, the signature La Marca Blue bottles are produced using the Glera grape. This article is sponsored by La Marca Prosecco.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Bottles can’t be too clunky to handle or too oblong to fit comfortably among their quick-service counterparts. There are lots of good bottles out there, but there is also lots of crap.” In Denver, for example, several bars reserve spots in their well for spirits made by local distillery The Family Jones Spirit House.

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VinePair

JULY 2, 2024

A big reason why Scotch shines with this aura is price: High-end bottles can famously fetch hundreds if not thousands of dollars, and this can color perception of the category as being too exclusive. As a bonus, these bottles will also impress your pals if you choose to share. Here’s the thing, though. It’s still Scotch, after all.

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VinePair

MARCH 19, 2024

It’s the rare home bar cart that has extra space for a constant influx of new bottles, though. That’s why we asked bartenders from across the country to share the new Scotch whiskies — some new to the industry, and some new to them — that have earned a coveted spot on their bars. Anselm , Washington, D.C. Paul, Minn.

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VinePair

JANUARY 18, 2024

—Melissa Romanos, general manager and beverage director, Atlántico , Boston “A few that come to mind immediately are Old Grand Dad 114 Bourbon, Old Forester 100 Rye, Redbreast 12 Year, and Glenfarclas 12 Year. They’re all quality whisk(e)ys that haven’t needed a heavy marketing presence to stay on back bars. Bottled at a hefty 57.15

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VinePair

AUGUST 14, 2024

Albert Beltran, bar manager, Wayfare Tavern , San Francisco “Whenever you’re at a loss for what to drink and just want something light and refreshing, look no further than a white vermouth and soda. .” ” —Hailey Cook, bar manager, Hawkeye & Huckleberry Lounge , Bend, Ore.

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VinePair

AUGUST 22, 2024

Everyone has to start somewhere, and wanting to get more into brown spirits doesn’t have to mean dropping hundreds of dollars on hard-to-find bottles. To bridge the gap, we asked bartenders to recommend their favorite bottles for bourbon beginners. Albert Beltran, bar manager, Wayfare Tavern , San Francisco “ Old Forester 86 Proof.

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VinePair

MAY 16, 2024

As the market for the spirit has grown, large beverage companies have bought up tequila brands and celebrities have cashed in, splashing their names across labels and using their influence to promote their bottles. That’s why we asked 12 bartenders what bottles we should reach for when we’re seeking the best bang for our buck.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

To streamline the process, we tapped wine professionals who have tasted wines from all over the world to fill us in on the wine regions, bottles, producers, and countries that they think are worth spending your hard-earned cash on. Thomas Mahne, bar manager, The Lexington , Boston “Alberto Orte’s Atlantida Blanco.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Sometimes, choosing to spend a modest amount on a more affordable bottle after years of passing it by can lead to finding a brand-new favorite. In some cases, they may even prefer these budget-friendly bottles over Pappy’s , Blanton’s , and other high-priced labels that can rouse obsession among taters.

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Cheers

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Adam Morgan, bar manager at Husk in Nashville, created this recipe. Jeptha Creed Bottled-In-Bond bourbon ½ oz. Apple cider vinegar Remove pits from plums, blend everything on high for 2 minutes in a blender, and strain. Cinnamon simple syrup ½ oz.

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VinePair

APRIL 4, 2024

Fortunately, bold bottles built on brine and Band-Aid notes don’t fully represent the peated Scotch category. Charles Friedrichs, bar manager, The Jones Assembly , Oklahoma City, Okla. “I After all, stories of aggressive, medicinal peat bombs tend to dominate the narrative. appeared first on VinePair.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The drink provides Joly enough justification to put a bottle of Malort in Riff Raff’s well. “It It’s still not a typical back bar selection, but some feel this may eventually change. That’s how Malört can possibly go [more] mainstream down the road, because cocktails are a great way to get Malört into a bar.”

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Their guidance included distinctive yet approachable mezcals for newbies, a few smoke bombs for the adventurous, and plenty of bottles in between that will make your Margarita shine. Suzy Critchlow, bar manager, Pascual , Washington, D.C. They work with smaller mezcaleros to help them bottle and distribute their product.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Pumpkins While orgeat is traditionally made with almonds, at Tiki Chick in NYC’s Upper West Side, bar manager Linda Nivar reinvents the syrup with pepita seeds (the hulless seeds of certain pumpkin varieties) creating a unique spin on the tiki bar staple while honoring her Latin roots. Add sugar and stir. Add vinegar and stir.

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VinePair

MAY 14, 2024

Sometimes the convenience of a one-stop grocery haul for dinner and a bottle of wine can be too hard to pass up. From a Spanish Rioja and a lively Alsatian blend to a Vinho Verde and several dependable sparkling bottles, you’ll find a handy lineup for the next time you end up wine shopping in a grocery store below.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The moment I knew I was onto something was when the first bottle sold out in literal seconds.” The upside to having all these responsibilities is that I get to meet not only fellow brewers, but also marketers, bar managers, beer buyers, brewery owners, journalists, and even chefs who are open to beer dinners,” he says.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Teremana Tequila is serving holiday cheer by the bottle while giving back to the hospitality community that shines so brilliantly, now and year-round. Between Irish pubs and high-volume cocktail bars, Million honed his flavors as a barback, squeezing his own custom juices and lemonades, earning him the moniker “The Lemonade Man.”

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VinePair

AUGUST 27, 2024

Scanning a bottle shop or menu for something other than your tried-and-true wine can be intimidating. But while it may be tempting to turn to an old favorite, venturing off the beaten path and diving into the unknown may lead to discovering your new darling bottle. It’s truly a stunner on any wine list when made well.”

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VinePair

MARCH 26, 2024

If your home bar shows a conspicuous absence of rum despite an affinity for Daiquiris, then you’ve come to the right place. Seeking the best rums for cocktails, we asked bartenders around the world for their go-to bottles behind the bar. Fionna Gemzon, bar manager, None of the Above , St. Volcanique.

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VinePair

JUNE 25, 2024

Whatever the reason, they compel the imbiber to reach for a singular bottle to match the moment’s zeitgeist. If you visit their distillery, you can volunteer to help hand-dip the bottles in their iconic wax tops. One of my favorite bottles of bourbon to reach for has consistently been Chattanooga Cask 111.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Even at independent bottle shops, you’re likely to see bottles in the 10- to 25-year range soaring into the triple-digits locked inside glass cabinets. You’ll encounter plenty of delicious, cost-effective bottles from well-respected makers that land comfortably in the 10- to 12-year pocket. But don’t worry — we have you covered.

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VinePair

APRIL 9, 2024

Tequila is a liquid goldmine for the curious drinker, and every month seemingly delivers a cavalcade of new options to try at bars and liquor stores. Drop by your neighborhood bottle shop, and you may see a new blanco from a spunky, fresh-faced label looking to penetrate the market with new juice. 2024) appeared first on VinePair.

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VinePair

JUNE 11, 2024

The Kentucky whiskey can conjure up images of distillery tours, afternoon cocktails on the porch, or even just some eventful ragers — the last of which usually calls for more affordable bottles. Dale Kaiser, mixologist and bar manager, Valette , Healdsburg, Calif. appeared first on VinePair.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In some cases, a vodka imbued with a little flavoring can even be a bartender’s friend, whether that flavoring comes straight out of the bottle or through something fancy like an infusion. Matt Bazcor, bar manager, Annette and Traveling Mercies , Aurora, Colo. “I Fionna Gemzon, bar manager, None of the Above , St.

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