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The 4 Best Hazy IPAs For All Seasons

Chilled Magazine

If you have only been drinking beer for a few years, you might not realize that one of the most popular beer styles is fairly contemporary. Hazy IPAs, also called New England-style IPAs, have only been brewed since 2004. This is when famed brewer John Kimmich at Vermonts The Alchemist brewed the first batch of the now iconic Heady Topper IPA. In the two decades since, the hazy, juicy, fruity style has exploded.

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Everyone’s “Refrosting” Martinis Now

PUNCH

Inspired by Hillstone, new bars from Schmuck in NYC to Gus Sip & Dip in Chicago are "refrosting" your Martini glass midway through.

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Waldorf Astoria New York Partners with Renowned Mixologist Jeff Bell for the Return of Peacock Alley

Chilled Magazine

Waldorf Astoria New York announced a partnership with Jeff Bell, managing partner of renowned speakeasy Please Dont Tell (PDT) and Apres Cru Hospitality, to lead the cocktail program at Peacock Alley Bar and Lex Yard, the hotels signature restaurant. With decades of experience, Bells mixology expertise has earned accolades such as The Worlds Best Bar and a James Beard Award.

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Review: Whiskies of Single Cask Nation, 2024 Releases

Drinkhacker

Indie bottler Single Cask Nation went about business as usual in 2024 despite their acquisition by Scotch Malt Whisky Society parent company Artisanal Spirits. Founders Joshua Hatton and Jason Johnstone-Yellin tell us to expect more of the same as they continue to do what theyve always done, deliver interesting and high-quality single cask spirits as conveniently and affordably as possible.

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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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Come along to this Sunday to the Oceania leg of the Angostura Global Cocktail Challenge (AGCC) at Tucano’s

Australian Bartender

Join Angostura to celebrate its 200th anniversary year and the Oceania leg of the Angostura Global Cocktail Challenge (AGCC) in Sydney on23 February at Tucano’s in Surry Hills. The six finalists impressed the judges by creating their ideal version of the Queens Park Swizzle, the signature cocktail of Trinidad & Tobago, which is synonymous with The House of Angostura.

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India cuts Bourbon tariff from 150% to 100%

Just Drinks

India has reduced tariffs on Bourbon from 150% to 100%, a move expected to make the US whiskey more affordable for consumers.

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Bourbon Review: Bomberger’s Declaration PFG (2025)

The Whiskey Wash

Bomberger's Declaration PFG (precision fine grain) is a bold new release from Michter's that celebrates the distillery's storied past.

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Sapporo plans US changes after impairment hits FY profits

Just Drinks

Sapporo Holdings is lining up measures to improve the performance of its US business after an impairment on the unit hit group profits last year.

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9 Bar Upselling Techniques to Boost Profit Margins

Sculpture Hospitality

Lets be real upselling at a bar isnt about strong-arming customers into overpriced drinks. Its about guiding them toward choices theyll love while giving your bottom line a nice boost.

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Cancer warning labels on alcohol should be mandatory in Europe, WHO says

Just Drinks

The World Health Organization (WHO) has called for mandatory and standardised health warning labels on beverage alcohol sold in Europe.

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Loyalty Strategy

Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

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

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Black Cherry Ramos

Chilled Magazine

February is National Cherry Month, a celebration of the beloved fruits rich history and cultural significance. The month was chosen partly because of its connection to George Washington and the legendary cherry tree story, as well as the timing of National Cherry Pie Day on February 20. While fresh cherries arent in season in most places, its a great time to enjoy preserved, frozen, or cocktail-friendly varieties.

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Spanish brewer Corporación Hijos de Rivera launches subsidiary in UK  

Just Drinks

Hijos de Rivera, the Spanish brewer behind Estrella Galicia, has launched a new subsidiary in the UK, named Estrella Galicia UK.

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What You Need to Know About Shochu

Chilled Magazine

Shochu may not yet have the international recognition the traditional Japanese spirit deserves, but Nehan Spirits is working hard to change this with its high-quality line of Mizu Shochus. These harvest made premium spirits have become an ambassador for the larger category, elevating it by using local ingredients and ancient techniques to show the true versatility of shochu.

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Super Bock invests in “decarbonisation roadmap”

Just Drinks

Portuguese drinks major Super Bock is investing 80m ($83.4m) in a bid to become carbon neutral at its facilities by 2030.

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Taste Test: Rioja Reds

Imbibe Magazine

Red wines from Rioja, Spain, have generations of fansfor good reason. These wines are known for being lush and opulent (the sorts of bottles youd serve with roast lamb ), but theres change afoot in one of the worlds most hidebound wine regions, writes Betsy Andrews in her article for our March/April 2025 issue. While winemakers in Rioja historically aged Tempranillo grapes in American oak to create their characteristically rich red wines, modern producers are embracing a spectrum of grapes and w

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Foley Wines promotes Mike Higgins to interim CEO

Just Drinks

Foley Wines, the listed New Zealand wine business, has named Mike Higgins as interim CEO.

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This Week's Beer News: Random Oude Gueze Findings

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Y’all ever heard of Boerenerf ? I randomly clicked add-to-cart on this Oude Gueuze of theirs in my first Etre Gourmet order. I was not at all sure of who they were but figured I’d take a chance on a random lambic I’d never heard of and see what happened. I pulled it out of the fridge on a whim on Friday night - Valentine’s Day is a lambic holiday in our house, apparently - and guess what?

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An Illustrated Timeline of Napa’s Most Famous Cabs

VinePair

Napa Valley is Americas premier wine region. With its prestigious estates and high bottle prices, its easy to think that Napas always been the esteemed beacon of Cabernet Sauvignon that it is today. But the region is still relatively new in the wine world, and its success can be traced through a series of game-changing producers. Napa Valleys history reaches back to the 1800s, with a few notable pioneering winemakers, but it wasnt until the momentous Judgement of Paris in 1976 that the region re

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Stephen Curry Hosts Unforgettable Gentleman’s Cut Afterparty At Thrive City

The Whiskey Wash

Courtesy of Gentlemans Cut // Mike Rasay for Getty NBA superstar Stephen Curry expanded his reach in the bourbon industry this weekend, hosting an exclusive party for Gentleman’s Cut Kentucky Straight Bourbon at San Francisco’s Club Thirty. The “A Toast To Milestones” afterparty transformed the sophisticated Thrive City venue into a celebration of both basketball culture and premium spirits.

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Is This Once-Iconic Portuguese Wine’s Affordability Now Its Biggest Problem?

VinePair

For the average mainstream drinker, fortified wine has long been out of fashion. And with all the cultural shame currently being dumped on both alcohol content and sugar two components most fortified wines contain in abundance and by design that unfortunate reality isnt likely to change anytime soon. Yet within the context of this overlooked realm, there are three that have ruled above all for decades in both international fame and qualitative reputation.

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Ohio’s Echo Spirits Debuts Double-Oaked Trail Mix Bourbon

The Whiskey Wash

Ohio craft distiller Echo Spirits is expanding its experimental Engineer Series with a new double-oaked bourbon that is reminiscent of the classic hiking snack, trail mix. The Columbus-based distillery has released Engineer Series Batch 25A – Trail Mix, marking an evolution in their bourbon blending program. The release combines two identical Kentucky-sourced whiskeys, one of which is elevated by a double-oak barrel process.

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Scotch Whisky exports to grow by £1 bn over five years

Spiritz

India, the world’s largest whisky market, presents immense growth opportunities for Scotch whisky despite its current limited share due to high import tariffs and regulatory barriers. As interest in premium spirits surges, Scotch’s unique heritage and craftsmanship are capturing attention. Mark Kent, CEO, Scotch Whisky Association , has been at the forefront in addressing market challenges and fostering collaborations since he took charge.

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Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery Experiments With Orange Wine For Limited Release

The Whiskey Wash

Jenni Ashwood and Joe Clark raise a glass to the Orange Wine Barrique limited edition. Credit: Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery The Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery , an English whisky distillery based in Hunmanby, Yorkshire, has announced the release of a limited edition bottling. Filey Bay Orange Wine Barrique is a seven year old whisky that underwent a unique dual-maturation process before bottling.

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ICF’s initiative on sustainable farming

Spiritz

The Indian Culinary Forum (ICF) organised a workshop — ‘Hydroponics: A Sustainable Approach for Growing Greens in Restaurants & Hotel Kitchens’ at the India International Centre. Curated by Chef Prem Ram, Joint Secretary of ICF, the event saw enthusiastic participation and was supported by the entire ICF committee. The workshop featured Awneesh Yadav, Founder and Director of Integrated Hydroponics India, an agri linked technology venture, as the resource person.

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Review: Glen Moray Warehouse 1 Rioja Cask Matured and Peated Rioja Cask Finish

Drinkhacker

Over the years, weve had the opportunity to explore several expressions from Glen Moray with our last tastes, back in 2020 , consisting of the 21-year Portwood, a top tier bottling in the Heritage series, and Sherry Cask, a standout from the Explorer Collection. That same year, the Speyside distiller launched another series, the Warehouse 1 Collection, and were finally getting to sample from that lineup.

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Little Italy

Steve the Bartender

Print Little Italy Cocktail Recipe The Little Italy was created by Audrey Saunders in 2005. The drink is named after the neighbouring suburb to her since closed yet influential cocktail bar, Pegu Club. Discover more modern classic cocktails in New York Cocktails published by Cider Mill Press. Servings 0 Equipment Jigger Mixing Glass New York Cocktails Ingredients 60 ml rye whiskey (Rittenhouse) 22.5 ml sweet vermouth (Martini & Rosso) 15 ml Cyn

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Co-Creation Research Lab at IIHTTRC next week

Spiritz

Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology is set to introduce the Co-Creation Research Lab during the 15th India International Hotel, Travel & Tourism Research Conference (IIHTTRC 2025), scheduled from February 27 to March 1. Themed ‘Rethinking Tourism & Hospitality: AI and Sustainable Transformation,’ the conference will serve as a platform to explore cutting-edge advancements in the industry.

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Don Lockwood

Steve the Bartender

Print Don Lockwood Cocktail Recipe A chocolate, smoky riff on the old fashioned that proves simple variations on classic cocktails can have impressive results. This is one of my favourite modern classic cocktails featured in New York Cocktails published by Cider Mill Press. Servings 0 Equipment Jigger Mixing Glass New York Cocktails Ingredients 30 ml bourbon whiskey 30 ml Islay whisky 10 ml maple syrup 2 dashes chocolate bitters 1 dash

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Where Travel Meets Celebration

Spiritz

The World Travel & Tourism Festival 2025, organized by TV9 Network and Red Hat Communications, was a spectacular gathering of travel and tourism stakeholders from India and abroad. Held from 14-16 February 2025, at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, New Delhi, the festival offered an immersive experience filled with cultural showcases, insightful discussions, and strategic collaborations, making it an unmissable event for both businesses and travellers. he festival was inaugurated by an est

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Drink in History: Dark ‘n’ Stormy

Chilled Magazine

Of cocktails with strong destination origins or associations – such as the Mai Tai is to Hawaii, the Pimms Cup is to the U.K., and a Pisco Sour is to Peru – the Dark ‘n’ Stormy (and the Rum Swizzle) is to Bermuda. Photos by Rosewood Bermuda Although its mysterious name alludes to a complicated mix, its one of the most fool-proof classic cocktail recipes: Collins glass, ice, rum, ginger beer, stir, and drink.

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Noida to get 239 composite liquor vends

Spiritz

The Uttar Pradesh excise department has invited 239 applicants for composite liquor vends in Noida for the next fiscal year, with the new liquor policy integrating beer and IMFL shops in the state, as per media reports. Noida currently has 146 IMFL shops, 140 beer shops, 234 country liquor shops, 29 premium liquor vends and 27 model shops. The new policy has, for the first time, introduced composite shops in which beer and IMFL will be sold together.

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DISCUS welcomes duty cut on bourbon

Spiritz

The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) has welcomed India’s decision of reducing import tariffs on bourbon whiskey from 150 percent to 100 percent, a move that will benefit the US bourbon exporters to India. The tariff notification issued by the Indian government on February 13 sets the basic customs duty at 50 percent, with an additional levy of 50 percent.

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