PUNCH

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

This easy Tahini Cardamaro recipe upgrades the amaro for winter. Here's how to make the drink from Clemente Bar in New York City.

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Chilled Magazine

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

It’s Giving Thanks! from Mister Mao in New Orleans, LA, is the ultimate fall cocktail, embodying the warmth and nostalgia of Thanksgiving with every sip. This indulgent creation features the star ingredient, brown butter fat-washed whiskey, which sets it apart from other seasonal cocktails. The whiskey’s nutty, caramelized richness is perfectly complemented by earthy sweet potato syrup, the deep nuttiness of chicory pecan bitters, and a subtle saline balance.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Many of us know that person who is hard to shop for, not because they’re hard to please, but because they seem to have such great taste that it’s a daunting task, especially if they like good things to drink. People have probably already thought of giving them the usual go-tos — some bubbly, whisky, additive-free tequila, or maybe a new, funky wine.

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Chilled Magazine

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The Casa Azul Organic Tequila dinner at Alma at The Grove in Los Angeles was a remarkable evening for members of The Chilled 100, featuring a confluence of education, exquisite dining, and the art of tequila appreciation. Hosted by the Casa Azul team and the National Director of the Chilled 100, Wendy Hodges, the event gathered members of the Los Angeles Chilled 100 chapter for an unforgettable experience.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Just one look at creator Pamela Rinn’s (@ lifeontrend ) photos and videos and you’re struck by an overwhelming feeling of joy. Scrolling through her recipes and seeing her beautiful tablescapes, you know she can throw one helluva party. To create a bespoke cocktail for this holiday season, she’s reached for the nearest bottle of RumChata. “I just think Friendsgiving is so great because it’s a gathering of people who are just so grateful to be living life alongside each other,” Rinn says.

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Drinkhacker

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

When planning your Thanksgiving meal, many questions arise. But for some of us the biggest question is not what sides to serve or pies to bake, but which whiskey pairs best with the bird of the day this Thanksgiving. The first question to consider when pairing a whiskey with a holiday meal is: What is the actual flavor of turkey? Some describe it as a mild, savory flavor that is slightly sweet, with a leaner and more delicate taste compared to chicken, especially when referring to the breast mea

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Cheers

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

A new cocktail at Houston, TX restaurant Coltivare is called the Namesake. It’s made with Haiti’s premium ancestral rum spirit, Saint Benevolence Rum Clairin , and freshly grown ingredients from Coltivare’s on-site garden. During a recent visit to New York, Coltivare Chef Ryan Pera ran into an old friend who introduced him to the Haitian rum and “he was very excited to get it in the building once he got back to Houston,” says bar manager Rebecca Johnson.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

With the holiday season upon us, we’re reminded that it’s the time of year when alcoholic beverage sales usually spike. Of course, some brands will see more profit than others. And with every calendar year, a new set of variables impacts which brands will make it or break it in the six weeks leading up to New Year’s Eve. On this episode of the “VinePair Podcast,” Adam, Joanna, and Zach discuss why this time of year is so critical for many different brands and categories, and speculate on w

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

LVMH has reportedly “suspended” its controversial plan to ship Hennessy Cognac in bulk to China for bottling.

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Global drinks giant, Diageo, has announced the creation of a new global division that will oversee the Diageo Luxury brands. The Diageo Luxury Group will unite brands such as Port Ellen and Brora and brand homes such as Johnnie Walker Princes Street under one portfolio. The new division will be responsible for directing luxury strategies and accelerating growth for brands that retail for $100 and above.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

US wine-and-spirits business Terlato Wine Group has acquired a stake in Texas-based Blackland Distillery.

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Cheers

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Ten To One Reserve Cask Collection is a release of three 18-year, single-cask rums from Barbados, Trinidad and Jamaica. Only around 325 bottles of each cask will roll out worldwide, with a select number available via Ten To One’s website for $199 per bottle. With company-provided tasting notes included, The Reserve Cask Collection comprises: Barbados has notes of butterscotch, cacao and coconut.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Van Loveren, a South African family-owned winery, has expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of the Survivor wine brand.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

A good marketing campaign can put a brand in the minds of many for decades. Consider the Budweiser Frogs or “ The Most Interesting Man in the World ” ads from Dos Equis. Then, there’s the Canadian Club whisky “Hide a Case” campaign, which is still getting press nearly 60 years after its initial launch. Not only is that the case because it was a stroke of marketing genius, but it also presented a mystery that remains unsolved.

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Sculpture Hospitality

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

So, you’re thinking about diving into the world of franchising. Maybe you’ve noticed a favourite fast-food joint pop up in multiple locations or seen a local business expand across cities, and you’re curious how it all works.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

New York City is one of the best places in the world to drink wine. From fine-dining institutions and classic red-sauce joints to the bounty of natural wine bars across Brooklyn, there’s no shortage of spots to indulge in a glass or a bottle (or two). But NYC also presents its own unique set of challenges when it comes to dining out — especially for the avid wine drinker.

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Drinkhacker

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Stinson Vineyards hails from Virginia’s Monticello region, producing small-batch “garagiste” wines designed with a French influence. We received samples of three wines from the 2023 vintage. Let’s give them a whirl. 2023 Stinson Vineyards Cabernet Franc Monticello – Rough around the edges, this is an intensely tannic wine with brooding elements of dried herbs, tanned leather, and peppered bacon.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Gin and whiskey maker Drinksology Kirker Greer is looking to grow all three parts of its business after attracting investment from Whiterock Capital.

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Are There Any Whiskies Similar To Longmorn 25 Year Old Secret Speyside Collection? Based on the tasting notes, it’s unlikely you’ll find many single malts—or whiskies of any kind—that offer such a comprehensive “main course and dessert” experience. However, Longmorn is firmly in the category of “must-have” malts for blending, which offers some intriguing alternatives to explore.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Comté cheese and Côtes du Rhône wines have many things in common. Both express century-old traditions and specific terroirs; both are made with passion and patience. The relationship between Comté cheese and the legendary wines of kings and popes is a gastronomic love story worth celebrating with abandon. Both Comté cheese and Côtes du Rhône wines belong to France’s Protected Designations of Origin (PDO), a selection of food and wine whose existence is tightly connected to a unique region of pro

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Following on from the launch of the Race Week 2024 Limited Edition , Louis XIII Cognac has unveiled the Classic Decanter End of Year 2024 Limited Edition – a seasonal exclusive designed to elevate festive celebrations into lifelong memories. This limited-edition offering presents the timeless Louis XIII cognac in a stunning coffret, specially crafted to embody the vibrant spirit of the season and the captivating symphony of aromas within each drop.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

BrewDog CEO James Arrow said he saw “recreational experiential venues" as an area of the on-trade it could "tap into"

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Founders Claire and Max Vaughan hope to revitalize the high street with a new Black Friday release. Credit: White Peak Distillery White Peak Distillery , a Derbyshire-based English whisky producer, is undertaking a special Black Friday release that will support brick-and-mortar retailers. Wire Works Whisky English Oak will be released exclusively ‘off line’, encouraging whisky lovers to visit retailers on challenged high streets.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The unit, which will oversee marketing and sales for Anora brands like Chill Out wines in Lithuania, will be operational in 2025.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

On Monday, President-elect Donald Trump announced his plans to impose a 25 percent tariff on all imported goods from Mexico and Canada on his social media platform Truth Social. Among countless other products, the new measure would impact both the tequila and Canadian whisky markets. “On January 20th, as one of my many first Executive Orders, I will sign all necessary documents to charge Mexico and Canada a 25% Tariff on ALL products coming into the United States, and its ridiculous Open B

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Brown-Forman, the company behind Jack Daniel’s, has announced the appointment of Marshall Farrer as the new chair of the board.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Making non-alcoholic wine is complex and usually involves producing full-strength wine and then stripping out the alcohol.

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