VinePair

JULY 9, 2024

When I tend bar, I gravitate toward this tequila for many reasons. It is affordably priced, bold enough to stand up to powerful flavors when crafting cocktails, and nuanced enough that it can be enjoyed neat or on the rocks.” Sarah Kornegay, bar supervisor, The Katharine Brasserie & Bar , Winston-Salem, NC.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 17, 2024

With more than three decades in the bar industry, Reiner and Fedroff built their reputation opening and running landmark New York City bars whose legacies remain touchstones of the modern craft cocktail revival. But a new-look team was formed when general manager Christine Williams officially became a partner in 2014.

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VinePair

MAY 13, 2024

They are also the new East Village tastemakers shifting the cocktail bar scene’s vibe to something that infuses modern technique and skill with the casual, punk-rock ethos of the East Village dives of yore — albeit with less graffiti in the bathrooms. This shift may look surprising on the surface.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Good ice, which is to say clear cubes carved by hand or produced by specialty machine, not only ensures a quality cocktail but also one that meets or exceeds guest expectations. Or can bars still find success without the investment? The article For Cocktail Bars Across the U.S., appeared first on VinePair.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

“I think this made people look at Midori again, but this time in relation to the quality of shochu and all these whiskies that weren’t really a thing in the States before the craft cocktail movement.” “As As craft cocktails push the boundaries of what bars can do, bartenders have been able to use Midori in unprecedented ways.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Jacob Morris, Bar Manager at an Agave-Forward Craft Cocktail Bar in San Francisco “Herradura’s a true original,” says Jacob Morris, bar manager at a craft cocktail bar in San Francisco. This article is sponsored by Tequila Herradura.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

As someone who enjoys crafting cocktails, I find this particular expression to be perfect for mixing. With a higher proof than typical VS cognacs, it brings a rich, honeyed flavor profile that enhances classic cocktails like the Vieux Carré and Sazerac. It brings a nice layer to cocktails without breaking the bank.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Small Victory Austin, Texas Credit: Small Victory via Instagram To attract business for Dry January this year, Small Victory in Austin launched a special menu with strictly NA options, which resulted in an 80 percent boost in non-alcoholic cocktail sales year-over-year. The article Dry January Hit Different This Year.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

” Keivon Dashtizadeh, bar manager, The Lafayette Hotel , San Diego We’re seeing local and dive bar staples making their way into the craft cocktail scene. Matt Chavez, bar manager, COQODAQ , NYC The M&M shot is a favorite of ours at Theodora Mezcal and Montenegro.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Spritz-style drinks have also become a year-round menu mainstay, as demand for light, low-alcohol cocktails and interest in Italian aperitivo culture continues. A new cocktail that plays into both the savory and spritz trends is the Spritzza at New York pizzeria Don Antonio.

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