PUNCH

JANUARY 8, 2025

An easy cocktail inspired by Frances Trou Normand shot from New York City restaurant Le Veau dOr is the best digestif. Heres the recipe.

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

@Pronghorn.co partnered with the Chilled 100 Bartenders to craft innovative cocktails showcasing @TenToOneRum. Known for its exceptional quality, @TenToOneRum reimagines the spirit by artfully blending pan-Caribbean heritage with a modern twist. Introducing a holiday cocktail that brings together the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean and the Middle East: Holiday in Jerusalem.

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Imbibe Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

How does one turn a tenebrous mechanical vault in the cellar of a century-old skyscraper into an inviting bar space? Stokes Architecture + Design and hospitality group Method Co. faced this challenge when designing Detroit’s The Aladdin Sane. The cocktail bar, an Imbibe 75 Place to Watch , is tucked beneath the restored, 1920s-era Book Tower in downtown Detroit.

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Just Drinks

JANUARY 8, 2025

WSWA has expressed significant concern and sought clarificationover the FTC's lawsuit against Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits.

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VinePair

JANUARY 8, 2025

Created by Jojo Kitchen at Seattle's Rob Roy, the non-alcoholic amaro-based Belltown Goddxssxs is a nod to Seattles nickname.

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Alcohol 95

Just Drinks

JANUARY 8, 2025

Butterfly Equity has appointed Robert Hanson as the new CEO of its recently acquired US luxury wine company The Duckhorn Portfolio.

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Just Drinks

JANUARY 8, 2025

UK-based Magic Rock Brewing Co., owned by local brewing group In Good Company, has filed a notice of intent to call in administrators.

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VinePair

JANUARY 8, 2025

At Brooklyn's Sunken Harbor Club, Garret Richard features non-alcoholic cocktails in the menu's cheekily named "On Dry Land" section.

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Bar Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

Amber Beverage UK strengthens its portfolio with range of Italian mixers, syrups and pures Amber Beverage UK (ABUK) has welcomed Orsadrinks (ODK) to its portfolio, the Italian manufacturer of cocktail ingredients, syrups and pures including the Fruity Mix range, Premium Sours and Stillabunt Magic Velvet (a market-leading, non-alcoholic and 100% natural cocktail foamer).

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VinePair

JANUARY 8, 2025

This non-alcoholic highball from San Francisco's Trick Dog combines NA beer with non-alcoholic amaro, homemade syrup, and bitters.

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Just Drinks

JANUARY 8, 2025

United Breweries has paused its supply to the southern Indian state of Telangana after its requests for price increases were not approved.

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VinePair

JANUARY 8, 2025

All of the cocktails at Washington D.C.'s Above Board are available "spirit free," including the ever-popular Bunny Slope Dropout.

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Alcohol 74

Just Drinks

JANUARY 8, 2025

Big Rock Brewery has entered into a binding debt settlement agreement with VN Capital to settle all outstanding debt.

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VinePair

JANUARY 8, 2025

At Chyna Club, beverage director Juyoung Kang has devised a robust selection of non-alcoholic cocktails, including the Pony Express.

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Just Drinks

JANUARY 8, 2025

UK drinks heavyweight Diageo has closed its Chase distillery in England and shifted production north to Scotland.

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VinePair

JANUARY 8, 2025

Bar Contra's Theo Oyua uses Dave Arnold's extensive technical expertise for each of the bars cocktails, including this non-alc concoction.

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Bar 72

Just Drinks

JANUARY 8, 2025

Nestl is to embark on a nationwide launch in Japan of a range of coffee products the company says contain half the usual level of caffeine.

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VinePair

JANUARY 8, 2025

Many of the non-alc cocktails at Wild Child use techniques like atmospheric distillation to strip traditional spirits of the booze.

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Just Drinks

JANUARY 8, 2025

Just Drinks sat down with Ed Cottrell, recently appointed CEO of Fortitude Spirits Group, to discuss future growth plans for the business.

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VinePair

JANUARY 8, 2025

At Dgon in Washington D.C., longtime no-and-low specialist Derek Brown devised the cocktail list, nearly 50 percent of which are zero-proof.

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Zero-Proof 60

Bar Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

The Shortlist for the 2025 Casual Dining Awards has been announced. These esteemed awards recognise excellence in multi-site restaurants, pubs & bars and highlight their outstanding achievements in areas such as menu innovation, marketing, sustainability and more. Leading brands and operators including wagamama, Nandos, Fullers, Hawksmoor, Youngs, Dishoom, Caravan, Loungers (and others) have made the shortlist.

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VinePair

JANUARY 8, 2025

Austin Hennelly's talents shine at Kato in Los Angeles, particularly in its non-alcoholic cocktails, such as the Mandarin Garibaldi.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

JANUARY 8, 2025

Hi, friends! It’s been a minute since we’ve had some labels to look at, and even though we’ve just been through some shortened holiday weeks, there is still some fun stuff emerging right now. Like these two labels, for example: The New Illinois Beer Label(s) of the Week: Now that the Bears season has ended I’ve started looking forward to whenever it is that pitchers and catchers report.

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VinePair

JANUARY 8, 2025

At Seattles Life on Mars, every cocktail is displayed with its ABV, giving drinkers full knowledge of exactly what theyre opting to drink

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 8, 2025

October London’s collaboration with Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon embodies the craftsmanship involved in music and bourbon production. Credit: Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon, a Kentucky-based bourbon bottler, has partnered with Grammy-nominated artist, October London to launch an exclusive whiskey collaboration. The October London x Mr. & Mrs.

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VinePair

JANUARY 8, 2025

When it comes to Champagne , it doesnt get much more elite than Krug. Synonymous with luxury and splendor, Krug is a prestigious Champagne that has savvy drinkers worldwide buying it for special occasions. The only downside for many consumers? The price. Rather than producing a standard non-vintage offering or only declaring certain vintages, every batch of Krug is different, with each years wine made with a varying percentage of reserve wines.

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Drinkhacker

JANUARY 8, 2025

Peter E. Hart is a newcomer non-distilling producer with bottling operations at Left Bank Whiskey in Louisville. Lizzy and Aaron Haynes pay tribute to her ancestor, Peter E. Hart, who was a Union Sargeant from Bristol, Tennessee. Hart fought at the Battle of Perryville in October 1862 and returned to purchase a farm in 1892. Eight generations later, Hart’s family still occupies his farm.

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VinePair

JANUARY 8, 2025

Until recently, I hadnt tasted Gavi wines for quite some time and couldnt remember when someone poured me a glass or even mentioned Gavi. These days, the tiny Gavi appellation, in the southeast part of Piedmont near the border of Liguria, doesnt have the buzz it once had as a go-to Italian white wine overshadowed by the ubiquitous Pinot Grigio or the white wines of Sicily that have gotten so much attention in recent years.

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Spiritz

JANUARY 8, 2025

As 2025 just commenced, let’s raise a glass to some of the most exciting rums that made their entry in the Indian market in 2024. From the smooth richness of Bella, made entirely from jaggery, to the spicy-sweet allure of Bacardí Mango Chilli, there’s been something for rum lovers. Pipa, with its Goan-Portuguese roots, impressed with its aged complexity, while Idaaya brought a Himalayan twist to premium sipping rum.

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Cheers

JANUARY 8, 2025

Wheel Horse Whiskey, distilled and matured at Green River Distilling in Owensboro, KY, has announced the release of their new Double Oak 5-Year Bourbon. With just 2,100 bottles produced, this bourbon joins the Wheel Horse family of limited-edition, seasonal whiskeys. The new Wheel Horse Double Oak is the first five-year expression from the brand. After aging more than four years in its original charred oak casks, the whiskey was transferred to new charred oak barrels to finish aging.

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Spiritz

JANUARY 8, 2025

Rebecca Jago, Managing Director of The Last Drop Distillers, has officially stepped down after over a decade with the company. She announced her departure on LinkedIn in December 2024, reflecting on her journey and expressing gratitude for her time at The Last Drop. “On December 31, 2024, I will step down as Managing Director of The Last Drop Distillers, after more than 10 wonderful years.

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Drinkhacker

JANUARY 8, 2025

With the espresso martini reigning as the It Cocktail of the moment, there’s no harm in stretching your legs into other coffee-flavored libations. As one idea, why not give coffee bitters a try? McMann & Tate makes this product from a blend of medium roasted Arabica beans, cacao, and “a mix of flavorful spices, herbs, and roots.” The company also notes that its bitters are lower in alcohol, coming in at 40% abv instead of the usual 50% or higher.

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Spiritz

JANUARY 8, 2025

Radico Khaitan’s Rampur Barrel Blush Indian Single Malt Whisky and Rampur Sangam World Malt Whisky won Double Gold and Gold medals, respectively, at The Fifty Best World Whisky Tasting 2024. Both expressions impressed the judges with their distinctive tasting profiles, showcasing the diversity and creativity that define India’s whisky-making legacy.

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Wine 67

Cheers

JANUARY 8, 2025

Old Forester 1924 will return to shelves for a second year. When introduced last January , this 10-year-old 100-proof bourbon sold out nationally in weeks. Old Forester 1924 quickly became a consumer favorite of our beloved Whiskey Row Series, says assistant master distiller Caleb Trigo. We are glad to see it return to stores, bars and restaurants across America.

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Spiritz

JANUARY 8, 2025

United Breweries Ltd has suspended beer supply to Telangana Beverages Corporation Limited (TGBCL) with immediate effect. In a stock exchange filing on Wednesday, the company cited two primary reasons for this decision: Stagnant pricing and unpaid dues. TGBCL has not revised the basic price of United Breweries’ beer since the financial year 2019-20, leading to substantial financial losses for the company in the state.

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