Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2024

Nikki McCutcheon, Senior Beverage Director of Silver Lining Lounge in New York City, began her journey in hospitality at a family-owned restaurant in upstate New York at the young age of 15. McCutcheon realized that she was intrigued more by the world of hospitality than her studies. John’s University.

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Chilled Magazine

JUNE 27, 2024

The Craft Cocktail renaissance has raised the standards of technique and ingredients for cocktail making. With the focus on raising the craft, however, one aspect of cocktail culture often gets forgotten: this is supposed to be fun. It has produced innovations, talents, and recipes that have elevated the industry.

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Cheers

JANUARY 22, 2025

Waldorf Astoria New York has enlisted Jeff Bell , managing partner of speakeasy Please Dont Tell (PDT), to develop the cocktail program at the hotels iconic Peacock Alley Bar, as well as its signature restaurant Lex Yard. Bell, also a partner with Apres Cru Hospitality , late last year collaborated with New York Cocktail Co.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 24, 2024

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. Its perfect for sipping, but still very approachable.

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 17, 2024

What started as a YouTube series from actor-turned-bartender Leandro DiMonriva on the history and craft behind classic cocktails has transformed into an ever-expanding encyclopedia of bartending expertise. I couldn’t see myself behind the bar for much longer; I had a young daughter at home. There was a lot of interest in the idea.

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Spiritz

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

As it marks its second anniversary this February, the award-winning bar continues not only to redefine India’s cocktail culture but also marks the global cocktail scene by bringing international acclaim with a series of some of the world’s best bar takeovers.

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Australian Bartender

MARCH 24, 2025

A beacon of timeless hospitality, The Everleigh was Australias only official outpost of Milk & Honey, New York, carrying forward the legacy of the late Sasha Petraske, a pioneer of modern cocktail culture. Known for its particular yet unpretentious approach, the bar set the standard for precision and style.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Twenty years ago, a handful of roommates and Dale DeGroff disciples bound together to turn their hospitality-forward house parties into their life’s work. 15, 2004 (though Repeal Day, Dec, 5, marked its official grand opening), and it’s no exaggeration to say that the then nascent cocktail world would never be the same.

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Chilled Magazine

MARCH 17, 2024

We delved into his path to the hospitality sector, his triumphs in the ever-evolving food and beverage landscape, and his vision for the Bar and Restaurant Expo seminars he is involved in. Hospitality has been my primary focus since I was young, influenced by my dad’s belief in its character-building nature.

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 23, 2024

And who better to point you in the right direction than those leading the charge on Paris’ increasingly notable cocktail culture? We tapped some of the city’s most talented hospitality pros for their recommendations on where to find Paris’ Olympians of mixology.

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Advanced Mixology

JANUARY 21, 2025

ENDS Author Bio Tom Bronock Linked In Profile Here Tom is a highly experienced drinks industry bartender and marketer with a focus on trends, cocktail culture and on-trade insights. We also have a burgeoning bar consultancy which offers menu development, training and venue consultancy for global hospitality venues.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 22, 2024

Rakshay Dhariwal, Founder and Managing Director of Pass Code Hospitality, said, "With 'The Forbidden,' we have embraced the mystery and allure of the speakeasy culture. Each room has a unique design, from Tartan checks in the Cigar Room to brass lighting in the basement.

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VinePair

JANUARY 9, 2024

The capital of Greece — which has one of the most exciting, accessible, affordable, and just plain fun cocktail cultures in the world right now — not only boasts a vibrant cocktail scene, but also one of the most compact, despite doubling in size over the last two years. This is not a city for studied, quiet cocktail dens.

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VinePair

APRIL 3, 2024

The early wave of modern Tokyo cocktail bars defined the distinctive style of drink preparation and service known as Japanese bartending — and the type of establishments in which it could be found — while pushing forward the idea of a thriving cocktail culture from within an Asian metropolis.

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BarLifeUK

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In this interview I talk to Ali about moving from bartender to brand, Scandinavian hospitality, influential folk he has worked with along the way, and his new gig with Stauning. BLUK: I would imagine you have spent quite a lot of time experiencing the Scandinavian hospitality scene since joining Stauning.

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VinePair

AUGUST 20, 2024

Photo Courtesy of Bourbon Steak [link] Incubators of Cocktail Culture From the repeal of Prohibition until the turn of the 21st century, old-school steakhouses were dependable incubators of cocktail culture, even as other types of restaurants gave up on mixed drinks. The first menu was classics.”

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Bar Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Finally, Mario Villaln of Angelita (Madrid, Spain), Alex Francis of De Vie (Paris, France), Michele Mariotti Head of Bars at The Gleneagles Hotel (Auchterarder, Scotland), Stephanie Jordan founder of Avallen Spirits and Giuseppe Baldi National Key Account Manager for Ecospirits will explore the environmental impact of ice and glass in cocktail culture (..)

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Bar Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Made with 100% natural juice from locally sourced apples and pears, and with a lower ABV and fewer calories, SASSY Cider blends authentic Normandy provenance with contemporary cocktail culture. The brand has positioned its ciders as more than just a simple drink, but the perfect aperitif, alternative to wine or cocktail ingredient.

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Bar Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Competing against finalists from 44 regions around the world, spanning six continents, Keegan McGregor was named as the ultimate winner by an international line-up of industry legends, during the annual celebration of global cocktail culture. He also created three pioneering gin cocktails with Tanqueray No.

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Bar Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The Recognition System Continues to Shape the Future of Cocktail Culture, Shining a Light on Emerging Talent and World-Class Icons The Pinnacle Guide, the pioneering recognition system that celebrates excellence in bars worldwide, has unveiled the latest additions to the list of PINNED bars, marking a milestone with the first-ever 3 PIN bar.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

“It’s an opportunity to show that vodka is truly an agricultural product and has been for hundreds of years, but most people don’t tend to look at it from that angle,” adds Patrick Amice, Barr Hill’s general manager of hospitality operations. Intentionally creating a vodka with a sense of place can have a lot of power.

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Bar Magazine

MAY 16, 2024

Now in its 16 th edition, the bar industry’s most prestigious ranking continues its mission to showcase the planet’s finest cocktail cities and will unite the global bar community in Madrid to recognise the achievements of the best bars in the world.

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VinePair

AUGUST 1, 2024

For years, much of American cocktail culture treated rum as little more than a summertime spirit or a match for Coke and ginger beer. ” —Max Green, bar director, Hospitality Department ( The Bronze Owl , The Press Club Grill , Point Seven ), NYC The article We Asked 15 What’s the Best New Rum That’s Earned a Spot on Your Bar?

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Cheers

OCTOBER 21, 2024

But cocktail culture isn’t going anywhere. Alex Guerra is COO of Breakwater Hospitality Group , which is behind John Martin’s in Coral Gables, FL. Let me tell you, people today know their stuff,” says Guerra, of Breakwater Hospitality Group. And there’s no question that premiumization is a thing now.”

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Bar Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2024

2025 Bacardi Cocktail Trends Report reveals how cocktail culture is evolving in the UK and around the world Nearly half of Brits (44 percent) say they would prefer a G&T to a cup of tea when getting together with friends, according to a new survey by Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held international spirits company.

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Bar Magazine

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Ahead of London Cocktail Week, running from the 3 rd to the 13 th October, we sit down with Co-Founders Hannah Sharman-Cox and Siobhan Payne, who tell us more about how the world’s greatest celebration of cocktail culture has evolved over the years.

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Dry Atlas

MARCH 11, 2025

After all, your hometown of New Orleans is best known for its cocktail culture. Another differentiator is how well the hospitality industry has embraced Mockly. Dry Atlas: What inspired the creation of Mockly? We created original, adult-focused flavors that stand on their own.

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Bar Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The world’s greatest celebration of cocktail culture celebrates its 15th year with £8 cocktails, global bar takeovers and luxury drinks experiences London Cocktail Week , the world’s original festival, will return from October 3rd-13th, with a schedule of more than 100 events showcasing the very best of the city’s world-leading bar scene.

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Tales of the Cocktail

MAY 13, 2024

TOTC has long been a love letter to New Orleans’ cocktail culture and a celebration of the rich tapestry of global cocktail traditions–both new and timeless. Tales of the Cocktail Foundation is the global leader in spirits education and a platform to tackle issues facing the industry. Futures Lab The Future of A.I.

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Tales of the Cocktail

MAY 13, 2024

TOTC has long been a love letter to New Orleans’ cocktail culture and a celebration of the rich tapestry of global cocktail traditions–both new and timeless. Tales of the Cocktail Foundation is the global leader in spirits education and a platform to tackle issues facing the industry. Futures Lab The Future of A.I.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 3, 2023

But the harshest reviews of the film tended to draw a dividing line: Either you understood the craft cocktail movement, or you didn’t. Cocktail culture existed in a duality at the time of the film’s release. This was somewhat comprehensible. For those living in New York or San Francisco, it was a scene in full swing.

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Advanced Mixology

MARCH 17, 2024

These programs often cover a wide range of topics, from the history of spirits and cocktail culture to business management and customer service. Author's Bio Brian Tress is a seasoned mixologist and writer with over a decade of experience in the hospitality industry.

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Today's Bartender

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

25 Bartending Blogs That you should check out in 2022 These days, there are so many different bartending blogs & websites that cover the hospitality industry. As he puts it, “I don’t just want to teach you how to make cocktails, but how to think about them.” It’s great for the industry and anyone who wants to be a part of it.

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Today's Bartender

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

These days, there are so many different bartending blogs & websites that cover the hospitality industry. Favorite Post : The Debate Over Whiskey Age Statements: A Drinkhacker Conversation 22) Cocktails & Bars Founded by Corinne Mossatti, Cocktails & Bars is a website dedicated to cocktail culture, bars, and spirits.

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VinePair

JULY 16, 2024

Increasingly, top bartenders are using the Flavour Blaster as a legitimate bar tool that can add not just aroma, but pizzazz to any cocktail. based hospitality expert Colin Myers and manufacturer Robert Flunder. The Flavour Blaster was the brainchild of U.K.-based

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Spiritz

JULY 19, 2024

This exploration is infusing our cocktail scene with a newfound vibrancy and creativity, as mixologists are drawing inspiration from the diverse landscapes of our culinary heritage,” elaborates the seasoned hospitality professional.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

If an establishment isn’t a royal pain to get into and doesn’t offer cocktails that visually echo molecular gastronomy, perhaps 50 Best is going to take its accolades elsewhere, regardless of how good the drinks and hospitality may be.

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