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Announcing the 2024 Chilled 100 Spirits Awards Judges—Don’t Miss Out on Early Bird Rates—Enter Now!

Chilled Magazine

The 2024 Chilled 100 Spirits Awards Judges are: Lance Bowman Chicago, Illinois Expertise: Agave spirits, whiskey, rum, amari, CRT certified in tequila, curated backbar of over 100 agave spirits. Elizabeth Lang Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Expertise: Rum. Rum collector, WSET Spirits 3, Chapter Board member for Pittsburgh USBG.

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Clandestine Cocktails to Toast Repeal Day

Imbibe Magazine

Mary Pickford and Daiquiri “I think of these two as quintessential drinks made with white rum smuggled into the country during Prohibition.” The Mary Pickford, a rum-forward sipper, is named for the famed silent movie actress and created by bartender Eddie Woelke who fled to Cuba during Prohibition.

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Book Review: In Fine Spirits: A Complete Guide to Distilled Drinks

Drinkhacker

It serves the book well, as it provides a welcoming framework ideal for beginners looking to dive into spirits for the first time (i.e. The book delivers what’s promised in clear, accessible language that never veers into academic or tech-speak, and is an ideal starting point if you’re looking to shift from hops or grapes into something new.

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The Season of Spooky Sips

Imbibe Magazine

Fallen Angel The once-forgotten Fallen Angel cocktail from The Savoy Cocktail Book pairs gin, lime, and crème de menthe together in great harmony. Golden Ghost In this Bijou cocktail riff, mezcal and tequila step in for gin, while crème de cacao and génépy add layers of sweetness to the mix.

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The 14 Best Booze Books to Buy This Holiday Season (2023)

VinePair

But we’re also keen on sharing the knowledge that makes their contents special, and that’s where the best new drinks books come in. Here are some of the best drinks books to gift in 2023. Gin A Tasting Course: A Flavor-focused Approach to the World of Gin Anthony Gladman, DK, September 2023.

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The Best Way to Upgrade Tiki Cocktails? Turn East to Ming River

Chilled Magazine

“Baijiu is the world’s most popular distilled spirit by both value and volume, so any spirits education that doesn’t include it is woefully incomplete—and a lot less fun,” says Derek Sandhaus, co-founder of Ming River and author of two books about baijiu, including most recent, Drunk in China.

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Chillin’ with LP O’Brien, Ultimate Drink Masters Winner

Chilled Magazine

I also enjoy relaxing with a good book, especially ones about the history of spirits and mixology.” It’s well-stocked with a variety of high-quality spirits, including gin, whiskey, tequila, and rum. Traveling is another passion of mine—exploring new places and discovering local flavors always inspires my mixology.

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