PUNCH

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The Gibson cocktail from Los Angeles bar Mírate takes inspiration from pulque curado for an ultra umami take on the onion-spiked Martini.

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The Montgomery Cocktail is a dry Martini recipe made with gin. According to the folks at Cipriani Drinks , the Montgomery is a dry cocktail; it is neither sweet nor bitter, nor yet sour or salty. It is purely and exquisitely dry. This is the secret of a cocktail that has long been part of the history of Harry’s Bar, just like the man who invented it, Mr.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 15, 2024

On Saturday, the Brewers Association (BA) announced the winners of the 2024 Great American Beer Festival. The annual event, held this year in Denver from October 10 to 12, celebrates small breweries across the U.S. as the country’s largest professional beer competition. Approximately 9,200 beers and ciders were submitted from across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.

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Drinkhacker

OCTOBER 15, 2024

While they occasionally tweak the release calendar for some specialty, age-stated expressions , Michter’s limited release Toasted Barrel Finish line hasn’t skipped a beat in recent years, delivering a toasted edition of either rye , bourbon , or sour mash whiskey at a steady three-year interval. For 2024, we’re getting another US-1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon.

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Heineken has refused to be drawn on reports in Ethiopia that the brewing giant has struck a deal to buy local business Komari Beverage.

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Drinkhacker

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Peak wine season is upon us, and with it come some questions: Is the 2021 or the 2020 the better buy? We got you covered: Our annually updated “Vintage Chart Cheat Sheet” is back for your reading (and drinking) pleasure. In case you’ve missed the sheet’s prior iterations, the concept is simple: Refer to this handy document to discover, painted in the absolute most general of generalities, whether a vintage of wine from a given region is worth a gamble on.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The top shelf does not have a monopoly on delicious bourbon. Every new expression that hits the market with a cost-effective price tag and pleasing palate reenforces this notion. Sometimes, choosing to spend a modest amount on a more affordable bottle after years of passing it by can lead to finding a brand-new favorite. Bartenders are familiar with this concept.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Priyanka Chopra Jonas with a bottle of Blue Label Ice Chalet, perfect after a day on the slopes. Credit: Diageo Johnnie Walker has launched a new limited edition bottling: Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ice Chalet. The whisky has been created in collaboration with the luxury skiwear and lifestyle brand, Perfect Moment. In celebration of the launch, the Johnnie Walker Princes Street location has been transformed into the world of après-ski and ‘Blue Hour’ with ski-themed installations and Ice Chalet t

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Cheers

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Crown Royal has announced the release of Crown Royal Aged 31 Years, the third installment in the brand’s Extra Rare Series. This follows the launch last year of Crown Royal Aged 30 Years. This whisky has the brand’s signature smooth mouth-feel, the distillery reports, with barrels selected by Mark Balkenende, Crown Royal master blender, to showcase their Canadian rye whisky’s spice, vanilla and smoothness.

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Spiritz

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Pernod Ricard India Foundation (PRIF) has partnered with Bennett University to launch PRIF scholarship for women in STEAM education. These scholarships aim to empower deserving women enrolled at Bennett University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, by providing them with essential financial support for their educational pursuits in the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM).

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Drinkhacker

OCTOBER 15, 2024

I’m a sucker for a Spritz, but can anyone outdo Aperol? California-based Mommenpop recently hit the scene with an enticing pitch: Its aperitifs are made from Northern California wines fortified with Napa-made grape neutral spirit, to which real, whole, organic California citrus is added alongside “select botanicals.” Mommenpop’s aperitifs are as natural as you can get, and at just 17% abv, fairly low in alcohol (though not nearly as low as Aperol’s 11% abv).

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VinePair

OCTOBER 15, 2024

After Annie Sinsabaugh Pick’s son was born in early 2023, she and her husband commenced a monthly date night ritual based on one rule only: “It has to be something our child can absolutely not attend,” she says. This might entail a fancy dinner out or dancing at one of New York City’s earlier-bird nightclubs. Whatever decidedly adult theme the evening takes up, Sinsabaugh Pick and her husband start early with an activity some might associate more with their underage, budget-conscious college yea

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Turntable Spirits, the innovative small-batch whisky blender based in Glasgow, has announced its 11th release: a Scots-Irish Blend named Collaboration Drop 02: Dingle. The second release in its Collaboration Series sees Turntable collaborate with Dingle Distillery in Ireland to marry scotch and Irish whiskies for a limited edition blend. The launch will be celebrated with an event at Bang & Olufsen ’s flagship store on Bond Street, London, on October 31st.

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Bordeaux region wine major Castel has snapped up Champagne house Malard, its first acquisition in the sector.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 15, 2024

On Tuesday, Woodford Reserve announced the release of its Fall 2024 Master’s Collection bottling, according to a press release. The expression is a blend of bourbon , rye , and wheat whiskeys finished in Madeira casks then blended with wheat whiskey. It boasts an even-keeled ABV of 45.2 percent. The Kentucky brand unveils a new Master’s Collection expression every year, but will occasionally double down on releases in the span of 12 months.

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Spiritz

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The Andhra Pradesh government has implemented a 2 percent cess on all liquor categories as part of its new liquor policy, which takes effect from 16 th October 2024. The cess will be imposed on Indian-Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL), foreign-made liquor, beer, wine, and ready-to-drink beverages. According to the government, the revenue generated will be directed towards funding narcotics control measures, establishing and maintaining de-addiction centres, rehabilitation facilities, and counselling ce

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Whisky.Auction Miniatures and Memorabilia auction is live now and ends at 19:30 BST on Tuesday 22 October 2024. The auction is run twice yearly and offers whisky collectors the chance to bid on rare miniatures and fascinating whisky memorabilia. Miniature bottles are in the DNA of Whisky.Auction, with the company having been founded by one of the most well-known miniature whisky collectors in the UK.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 15, 2024

On Monday, Issa Rae’s wine brand added a brand-new bubbly to its lineup: Viarae Prosecco Rosé. Viarae Prosecco — which was created by the award-winning actress, producer, writer, and entrepreneur in partnership with Gallo — launched in October 2023 with its flagship Prosecco. “The success of Viarae Prosecco has been incredible, and I’m so proud of how it’s resonated with everyone,” Rae stated in a press release.

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Sculpture Hospitality

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Running a restaurant is a labour of love, but let’s face it, at the end of the day, your bottom line matters. To keep your business profitable , it’s crucial to understand one key metric: Cost of Goods Sold.

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Cheers

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Entertainment icons Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg announced today the launch of Still G.I.N. By Dre and Snoop, a gin now available for purchase nationwide. This is the second product release from the beverage brand co-founded by the music legends, following a canned cocktail, Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop. Similar to how Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop pays homage to Snoop’s hit song “Gin and Juice” produced by Dr.

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Mix That Drink

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The Witch Elixir will bewitch you with its blend of gin, Chartreuse and lime, and its striking green hue. It's the perfect drink to enjoy this Halloween.

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Gin 59

Just Drinks

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Italy’s Acqua Sant’Anna has acquired fellow mineral water company La Compagnie des Pyrénées (LCDP) in France.

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PubClub

OCTOBER 15, 2024

A cute and enthsiastic bartender at University of Alabama Strip bar Twelve 25 gets excited talking about The Tipsy Elephant drink. Photo: PubClub.com By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Nightlife Editor When you go out at the University of Alabama, you will be greeted by not just great nightlife, but wild, crazy and unique-to-Tuscaloosa drinks. It’s really a Southern thing.

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Applied Nutrition has set the price range for the UK-based company’s upcoming IPO that will value the business at as much as £400m ($523.2m).

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PubClub

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The average consumer might not think much about the differences between petrol and diesel engines. However, it makes sense to know about each one. That way, you’ll be better able to choose between them depending on your vehicular needs. Doug Smith Kia has many options if you’re ready to buy a car. Before contacting them, though, you should take some time to learn about what both diesel and petrol engines can offer you.

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Built in 2014, the site in Bali produces Diageo's Captain Morgan and Smirnoff spirits brands for the South-East Asia market.

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PubClub

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Win or lose, the Texas cheerleaders know how to Hook ’em Horns. Photo: PubClub.com By The Pigskin Prognosticator, PubClub.com College Football Analyst There is euphoria is Eugene, elation in Austin, sighs of relief on the bayou, faded optimism in Oxford, whining in Columbus, rocky ground on Rocky Top and downright confusion in Tuscaloosa. Regarding the latter, The Prognosticator was in Tuscaloosa this past weekend and a mere six games into the DeBoer era fans, the media and most important

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Bar Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Vietnamese Kitchen is excited to announce the opening of Kêu’s fourth location in Borough this November 2024. Known for its authentic Saigon street food lunch menu, including their famous banh mi, the new Kêu Borough will introduce an expanded menu featuring a wider variety of noodles and rice dishes, with extended hours to cater for late-night noodle stops.

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PubClub

OCTOBER 15, 2024

San Diego lived up to its title of the “Capitol of Craft” at the Great American Beer Festival San Diego breweries won 12 medals at the 2024 Great American Beer Festival in Denver, including five golds. There were also four silver and three bronze medal winners. This marks the second year in a row five different San Diego breweries won gold medals.

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Bar Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Craft beer portfolio business, In Good Company – which houses brands including Magic Rock, Fourpure and Big Drop – has announced that it has newly become the chosen UK distributor for premium French brand, SASSY Cider. 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.

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Bar Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Half of hospitality businesses still rely on unsustainable practices such as outsourcing laundry, despite prioritising sustainability in their operations and decision-making, according to a recent survey by Miele Professional. The research, which aims to uncover the sustainability practices and priorities of the hospitality industry, reveals a significant gap between the desire for environmentally friendly solutions and the current reliance on external laundry services.

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Bar Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2024

LUDO’S: A VINTAGE DOUBLE DECKER BUS CONVERTED INTO A BAR AND VENUE and this month its hit comedy night series returns The bar at Ludo’s serves craft beers, natural wines, cocktails and premium spirits as well as a range of non-alcoholic options – all from within a brilliantly refurbished and lovingly restored vintage double decker bus. Reflecting the independence and ethos of Ludo’s, the drinks it serves are (wherever possible) independent and locally sourced including Wood Green’s v

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