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Meet Chilled 100 Bartender Laura Pica

Chilled Magazine

I started like most of us in this industry making my way behind various bars and restaurants and then, eventually delving into the creative aspect of recipe development and content creation. Where do you tend bar now? I currently work cocktail pop-ups and create cocktails and recipes for beverage brands remotely.

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From Bartender to Global Mixologist Icon—Meet Eric Van Beek

Chilled Magazine

From winning the Bacardi Legacy Global title to creating the Bartenders Handshake, his career continues to push the boundaries of cocktail culture. Van Beeks career began in his 20s, and through his passion and drive, he quickly gained prominence in the international bar and cocktail community.

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Crafting Exceptional Cocktails with Bartender Adam Fournier

Chilled Magazine

He is also an advocate for mindful drinking and believes that non-alcoholic drinks should be just as creative and delicious as traditional cocktails. Beyond his work at Spago, he shares his insights into cocktail culture through writing and presenting. Ford's London Dry Gin oz. Stir with ice.

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The Ajabu Cocktail Festival Celebrates African Drinks Culture and Community

Imbibe Magazine

In 2002, while he was working at LAB Bar in London, the late Ghanaian mixologist Douglas Ankrah invented a modern cocktail classic: the Pornstar Martini. More than two decades later, the drink remains a global sensation, inspiring countless riffs and internet searches (it was the most Googled cocktail of 2024).

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Celebrate Martini Week with Junipero Gin in the Spirit of Community

Chilled Magazine

Junipero Gin is gearing up to host its annual Martini Week. We ask Page Stoup, Senior Brand Manager Gin and Rum, Hotaling and Co. to tell us more about Junipero Gin and Martini Week. Participating bars and restaurants craft their own Martini recipes featuring Junipero Gin, promoting bold choices and individuality.

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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. As drinkers’ palates have evolved and become more sophisticated and complex, their desire for a well-constructed bar menu and top-shelf drink program is essential. Are they professionals coming in for premium spirits and cocktails?

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We Asked 12 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Whiskey Cocktail? (2024)

VinePair

But there are many other whiskey cocktails, many with historic roots, that have enjoyed a quiet revival along with the boom of craft cocktail culture. Whether spirit-forward, sweet, sour, or herbaceous, these unsung cocktails come in countless guises. Lauren Killian, bar manager, Smoked , Columbia, S.C.

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