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The Ultimate Guide To The 2024 International Whisky Competition

The Whiskey Wash

Each year in the spring, wine and spirits brands hold their breath, waiting for results from a variety of competitions, hosted by judges and panels across the globe. Each competition aims to accomplish something unique to the philosophy of the panel, often aimed at highlighting some of the best drinks in the industry whether it be wine, RTDs, gins, or whiskies.

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Review: Lapo’s Aperitivo and Negroni (Non-Alcoholic)

Drinkhacker

Non-alcoholic amari are on the rise, and Lapo’s — a brand inspired by Italy but based in Dallas — is the latest to enter the fray. Lapo’s focuses on non-alcoholic options built around designing a boozeless version of the classic Campari and its iconic Negroni cocktail. The brand offers both a straight version of its Aperitivo — bottled in 750ml bottles — as well as single-serving canned Negroni cocktails.

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From Stitzel-Weller to Buffalo Trace: The Chronology of Pappy Van Winkle

The Whiskey Wash

Pappy Van Winkle is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after collectible bourbons in the world, renowned for both its quality and scarcity. Despite this, not all Van Winkle bottlings share the same origin or heritage – the Pappy Van Winkle brand’s history is divided into two. Originally, there are the oldest bottlings, released with varying age statements and designs, with whiskey primarily sourced from the Stitzel-Weller Distillery.

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A Definitive Timeline of Every Trendy Water Bottle

VinePair

Bottled water is nothing new. While it’s hard to nail down exactly when the very first water bottle was invented, packaging water for transportation dates all the way back to ancient times. But in the 1940s, that industry was transformed thanks to the creation of the plastic bottle, which allowed for more commercial production and distribution. By the 1970s, scientist Nathaniel Wyeth discovered a means of molding polyethylene terephthalate (PET), which made plastic bottles more durable, cheaper,

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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Review: Playboy Spirits Rare Hare The Tempest Tasmanian Single Malt 20 Years Old

Drinkhacker

And now for something completely different… Playboy Spirits’ Rare Hare line specializes in ultra-luxe, ultra-expensive whiskeys, to date including a bourbon and an old Canadian bottling. The third installment in the series hails from, of all places, Tasmania, Australia. And it’s 20 years old. Here we go: If you didn’t know that Tasmania has a storied history of producing outstanding single malt whiskies, you’re not alone.

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Akasa Air expands its presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; commences operations from Riyadh

PubClub

Launches daily direct flights connecting Riyadh with Mumbai In line with Saudi Arabia’s aim of tripling air passenger numbers by 2030 Riyadh is Akasa Air’s second destination in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia RIYADH, Saudi Arabia–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #Airport –Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, commenced operations from Riyadh, connecting it to Mumbai with daily direct flights.