PUNCH
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Rumored to be the country’s highest volume bar, the century-old landmark in Alton, Illinois, has become a rite-of-passage stop for generations of freshly minted 21-year-olds.
Chilled Magazine
OCTOBER 1, 2024
With Negroni season upon us, the Chocolate Negroni at the East Village cocktail bar Romeo’s is sure to be your go-to. Crafted by Owner & Beverage Director, Evan Hawkins, who has over 20+ years of experience from some of New York City’s most beloved venues (i.e., Mother’s Ruin and Broken Shaker) , Romeo’s Chocolate Negroni stands out among the city’s offerings by truly embracing the chocolate flavor.
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VinePair
OCTOBER 1, 2024
It’s no secret that Champagne is expensive. The renowned sparkling wine fetches a high sum for both its quality and status. The Champagne method requires labor-intensive winemaking practices and a long time aging in the bottle, and the small French region it hails from is full of history and prestige. That’s why it’s a rarity to find a bottle under $40, and why most great bottles lie in the $60 to $250 range.
Chilled Magazine
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Recently launched in Emeryville, Pippal’s beverage program is a celebration of India as seen through the eyes of the team’s creative lead bartender, Izler Thomas. Every cocktail on the menu pays homage to a specific heritage property in India, and incorporates flavor profiles that reflect the ingredients found in that region. From the majestic Taj Mahal to the Howrah Bridge, each cocktail tells a story inspired by the historical charm of these architectural wonders, creating a sensory expe
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Drinkhacker
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Vermont-based Bhakta Spirits rose to prominence via highly aged brandy, particularly Armagnacs dating back to 1868. The brand more recently dipped its toe into rum and whiskey, with both finished bourbons and American ryes hitting the market over the past two years. It was only a matter of time before Raj Bhakta’s latest venture looked to whisk(e)y abroad.
Bar Magazine
OCTOBER 1, 2024
With only 3,000 bottles of WŸLD released every year, this extraordinary spirit and iconic decanter is set to be in high demand The highly anticipated launch is set to take place in early 2025 Prepare to experience a gin like no other, as Brockmans reveals WŸLD, a luxuriously flamboyant, ultra-exclusive liquid – the kind of which has never been showcased before.
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The Whiskey Wash
OCTOBER 1, 2024
As the Marketing & PR Manager here at Whisky.Auction , I get to handle incredible rare and old bottles every day. But with our October auction now live on The Whisky Wash, it’s time to highlight a few of my personal favorites from the hundreds of amazing whiskies available. We could sit here and tell you all about the shiniest and most expensive bottles at auction, and we will, of course, do that.
Mix That Drink
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Thanksgiving Cider is a wonderfully simple cocktail that blends apple cider with a vodka flavored by pumpkin and spice. It's a warming drink, despite the ice, perfect for taking off a fall chill.
The Whiskey Wash
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The Origins Of The Basil Hayden 10 Year Old The Basil Hayden brand was founded by legendary Master Distiller, Booker Noe. Booker was a 6th generation Beam family Master Distiller, of Jim Beam fame. Booker Noe’s vision for Basil Hayden was to create a bourbon that would appeal to both seasoned bourbon drinkers and newcomers by offering a lighter, more refined take on traditional bourbon.
Cheers
OCTOBER 1, 2024
For our latest round of wine reviews, we asked our national wine panel to taste and rate American Wines. As always, these reviews include tasting notes, ratings and suggested retail price for a 750-ml. bottle unless otherwise noted. If you’d like to submit wines for review, please do so through our Wine Stars app. Rating System Five Stars (100-92): A top-flight wine, superior in taste and character, and providing a superior price/value ratio.
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In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program
The Whiskey Wash
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The Dalmore Cask Curation Port Edition has been unveiled today. Let’s talk about it. All images courtesy of The Dalmore/Whte & Mackay The Dalmore’s Cask Curation Series has unveiled its second installment, featuring a trio of single malts finished in single harvest tawny port casks sourced from Graham’s Port in Portugal. What Is The Cask Curation Series?
Cheers
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Diageo today unveiled their 2024 Special Releases Single Malt Scotch Whisky collection. This year’s theme is “Spirited Xchange 2.0,” meant to showcase contemporary perspectives, techniques and unique flavors that define each expression found within the collection, the company says. While this is the second installment of the Spirited Xchange theme, it builds on the more than two decades-long legacy of Special Releases, an annual series that’s much collected. “Each y
The Whiskey Wash
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Three years after the premier of the smash-hit show, Squid Game , a new season is finally on the horizon. Johnnie Walker is inviting whisky fans and avid Squid Game watchers to ‘pick your player’ in a unique, celebratory collaboration. The partnership will see the release of limited-edition Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Olds , with numbers on the bottles ranging from 001 to 456, a nod to the number of players in Squid Game.
Drinkhacker
OCTOBER 1, 2024
We regularly take a fresh peek at Dow’s Tawny Port collection, with regular reviews dating back to 2019. Recently Graham’s updated its packaging with a more traditional bottle design, while dropping the cardboard canister. Like most nonvintage Port, consistency is the name of the game, though we were more impressed with these wines now than ever before.
Cheers
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Barbados distiller Foursquare, part of the Altamar Brands’ portfolio, has launched its newest Exceptional Cask Selection, Mark XXVI Magisterium, a 16-year single blended rum. These Selections only roll out when master distiller/master blender Richard Sealehand believes they are ready. Magisterium is a blend of three 16-year single blended rums, distilled in the copper double-retort pot still and the continuous twin column coffey still of Foursquare.
The Cocktail Lovers
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Gleneagles celebrates its centenary with the equally iconic Glenfiddich and their very special shared heritage. Back in June 1924 Gleneagles first opened its doors. Set beneath the Ochil Hills, in the heart of Perthshire, this breath-taking estate epitomised the natural beauty of Scotland. Significantly, at the time railway was revolutionising travel to rural Scotland.
VinePair
OCTOBER 1, 2024
In June came the startling news that Dr Pepper had officially passed Pepsi to rank as America’s second best-selling soda brand, now controlling 8.34 percent of the U.S. market. Articles online tried to assess the “how” and “why” of the situation — whether Pepsi sales are radically falling , Americans have indeed become more enamored with “ swicy ” foods, or maybe the mere fact that all soda sales are slumping, with some brands feeling the effects more than others.
Mix That Drink
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Get ready for a flavor adventure with the refreshing Mountain Cider High! This unique drink combines crisp and refreshing apple cider with the citrus flavor of Mountain Dew, all brought together smooth vodka.
VinePair
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Last week, Diageo announced that it had acquired Ritual Zero Proof, the top-selling non-alcoholic spirits brand in the United States. The conglomerate had already owned a minority stake in the non-alc label — which includes whiskey , tequila , gin , rum , and an aperitif — though full ownership poses interesting questions. Could this be Diageo buying up any potential competition to Seedlip, a brand that’s been in the portfolio since 2019?
Mix That Drink
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The Russian Cider cocktail is so simple, but absolutely delicious. As you can guess from the name, it's a blend of vodka and sparkling apple cider.
VinePair
OCTOBER 1, 2024
On Tuesday, Tennessee whiskey brand Uncle Nearest launched Nearest Green, a lower-proof expression made with cocktails in mind. Crafted by four-time Master Blender of the Year and fifth-generation Green descendant Victoria Eady Butler, Nearest Green arrives at a mellow 42 percent ABV and a price tag of just $30, according to a press release. Until now, the brand’s least-boozy offering was Uncle Nearest 1884, a small-batch whiskey bottled at 93 proof, while all of its other expressions have clock
Mix That Drink
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Apple cider isn't just for sipping on a crisp autumn day. It's also delicious in cocktails. We've got some wonderful apple cider cocktails for you to try.
VinePair
OCTOBER 1, 2024
This article is part of our Cocktail Chatter series, where we dive into the wild, weird, and wondrous corners of history to share over a cocktail and impress your friends. If you’ve ever wandered through the poultry section of the grocery store and wondered when the f*ck chickens got so massive, you’re not alone. You’re also not mistaken — they have gotten bigger.
Mix That Drink
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The Devon Air cocktail blends the apple brandy and apple cider with gin and grenadine. The taste is something like a crisp apple that's just barely sweet.
Bartender.com
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Empirical Cilantro is a bold, innovative spirit set to shake up cocktail culture New York, Sept. 30, 2024 – Flavor, first. What happens when Noma’s former head of R&D becomes a distiller? A wildly imaginative, rule-breaking take on spirits, informed by years of experimentation with ingredients, taste profiles and genre-blurring culinary techniques at one of the world’s most lauded restaurants.
Nightlife City Guide
OCTOBER 1, 2024
La vita notturna riguarda l’energia, l’eccitazione e il brivido di vivere il momento. Per molti partecipanti alla festa, la notte non finisce quando l’ultima canzone si affievolisce o quando il barista annuncia l’ultima chiamata. Che tu sia in una vivace città come Las Vegas, nelle vivaci strade di Ibiza o in una rilassata cittadina balneare, il desiderio di prolungare l’eccitazione notturna è universale.
PubClub
OCTOBER 1, 2024
A former Army base, the Presidio in San Francisco is one of the most visited parks in America. Photo: Charity Vargas The Presidio, a park in San Francisco that provides beautiful views of Golden Gate Park among other things, celebrates its 30th anniversary as a national park. The former Army post is one ne of the most visited parks in America. An event held on Oct. 1 ncluded special recognition of Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, champion of the bi-partisan legislation that created the Presidio Tru
Bar Magazine
OCTOBER 1, 2024
BUSHMILLS IRISH WHISKEY LAUNCHES A NEW ADDITION TO ITS ACCLAIMED ‘WORLD WOOD SERIES’; A RARE 12 YEAR OLD SINGLE MALT, FINISHED IN PX SHERRY CASKS, EXCLUSIVE TO APAC TRAVEL RETAIL The pioneers of smooth single malt Irish whiskeyunveil an extension to the ‘World Wood Series’ with a new 12 Year Old Single Malt finished in Pedro Ximénez Sherry casks. The World Wood Series marries four centuries of craftsmanship with some of Bushmills’ rarest, hand-selected casks from all over the world to create
Nightlife City Guide
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Nightlife is about energy, excitement and the thrill of living in the moment. For many partygoers, the night doesn't end when the last song fades away or when the bartender announces last call. Whether you're in a bustling city like Las Vegas, the bustling streets of Ibiza, or a laid-back beach town, the desire to prolong the night's excitement is universal.
Bar Magazine
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Planteray Rum announces the launch of its Pedro Ximénez finished of their multi-award winning XO 20th Anniversary rum. Planteray PXXO 20th Anniversary rum is a globally acclaimed extra-old rum that embodies the rich heritage of Barbadian rum craftsmanship. Originally crafted back in 2009 to honour Alexandre Gabriel’s 20 years as Maison Ferrand’s Master Blender.
Just Drinks
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Scottish independent whisky maker Nc’nean Distillery has launched its own bottle return scheme in the UK via its website.
Bar Magazine
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Millions of employees are set to take home more earnings, as the new ‘ Tipping Act ‘ comes into force this October. These new regulations are monumental for people working in hospitality, as new rules state that 100% of tip earnings must go to workers. Businesses in England, Scotland, and Wales, will be breaking the law if they hold back service charges, make any deductions to tips, or allocate them unfairly, which has been a long-standing issue in the industry.
Drinks International
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The Drinks Trust has announced the resignation of Ross Carter, who served as chief executive officer for the organisation since July 2019.
Bar Magazine
OCTOBER 1, 2024
In the lead-up to Halloween, Greene King Brewery is unveiling a selection of spooky seasonal beers to mark the occasion, including the special release of a brand-new cask ale in collaboration with Nethergate Brewery. This new launch will mark the third collaboration between Greene King and Nethergate and is the darkest and most daring brew to date, Blood Hound.
Just Drinks
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Gin Ting, a UK business marketing flavoured gin and rum, is eyeing markets in central and eastern Europe as it embarks on an export push.
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