PUNCH

JANUARY 30, 2025

When every cocktail is an experiment in novelty, ordering feels like a gamble. But if history teaches us anything, its that this era wont last forever.

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Imbibe Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

I don’t like pickles, or anything briny and vinegary. But when I first encountered Donna’s Pickle Beer at Gilly’s House of Cocktails in San Diego , I was intrigued. Pickle-infused beer has been around for decades. But the Imbibe 75 Place to Watch uses this 4.4% ABV brew, which launched in 2023, to top off their house Michelada. This ingenious addition gives the savory brunch drink a compelling layer of flavor.

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Just Drinks

JANUARY 30, 2025

Nestl has put together a $1bn investment package for its business in Mexico over the next two years.

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Drinkhacker

JANUARY 30, 2025

Alan Jackson served as one of the most iconic country music singers of the 1990s and early 2000s. Following suit with numerous other celebrities, Jackson recently segued from chasing neon rainbows to getting way down in his own whiskey brand. In 2022, Silverbelly Whiskey was announced as a nod to the color of Jackson’s iconic cowboy hat. In January 2025, it was announced that Alan’s oldest daughter, Mattie Jackson, was joining the family business as the Master Blender.

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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.

Just Drinks

JANUARY 30, 2025

At a US Senate hearing, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has accused the US food and beverage industry of "poisoning" the American people.

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Mix That Drink

JANUARY 30, 2025

Refresh with a Shady Lady drink, a smooth blend of tequila, Midori, and grapefruit juice.

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Nightlife City Guide

JANUARY 30, 2025

Erexol [link] stato un vero punto di svolta per me. Avevo problemi di erezione e mi sentivo frustrato. Dopo aver iniziato a prendere questo integratore, ho notato un miglioramento graduale ma costante. Ora mi sento pi vigoroso e pronto all’azione. La qualit delle mie relazioni intime migliorata, e non potrei essere pi felice di questa scelta.

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Just Drinks

JANUARY 30, 2025

Away from the talk around Guinness and Mot Hennessy, other, less eye-catching, moves by Diageos new top team could rebuild investor confidence.

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Drinks International

JANUARY 30, 2025

In a move reflecting the challenging economic climate, the CEO of wine merchant Berry Bros & Rudd has said the company is entering a consultation process with employees across 30 roles.

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Just Drinks

JANUARY 30, 2025

Sales of spirits dipped in value and volume terms in the US in 2024, according to the latest round of NABCA data.

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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

Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

Eau Claire Distillery, one of Canadas most renowned craft distilleries and the recent recipient of the Best in Class Canadian Whisky award at the prestigious 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, has announced new distribution partnerships across a dozen U.S. markets, with plans to expand into additional states later this year. As of the first quarter of 2025, Eau Claires award-winning products will be available through Empire Distributors in Colorado, Georgia, and Tennessee, as well as

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Just Drinks

JANUARY 30, 2025

Scandinavian non-alcoholic wine producer Oddbird has attracted its first round of funding as it embarks on expansion in the US.

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

Aaron Melendrezs path to becoming a mixologist was shaped by his early experiences in hospitality and his passion for exploring new flavors. He worked his way up through various roles in the restaurant industry and developed a deep understanding of ingredients and flavors. Over time, he found himself working alongside bartenders, and thats when he felt a calling to be behind the bar.

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Just Drinks

JANUARY 30, 2025

Global milk production costs are expected to rise and become more volatile over the next ten years, according to a report by Rabobank.

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

B-Prime Steakhouse at Borgata in Atlantic City, NJ is where modern meets classic, offering a fresh twist on the traditional steakhouse experience. The atmosphere is lively and inviting, with a mix of 80s tunes and current hits setting the stage for a fun, upscale meal. Whether you’re grabbing a drink at the bar or enjoying dinner in the lounge, its truly a “cut” above the rest.

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Just Drinks

JANUARY 30, 2025

Atomo's beanless coffee grounds are sold in specialist coffee chains across the US and recently launched in Japan and the UK.

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VinePair

JANUARY 30, 2025

The hottest Martini in New York right now is surely that of Le Veau dOr , the elegant neo-bistro on East 60th Street in Manhattan. Dubbed the Martini Our Way , it comprises two-and-a-half ounces of Old Raj gin, a half-ounce of fino sherry vermouth, and four dashes of orange bitters. Its served in a squat glass custom made for the bar, and garnished with a twist and/or blue-cheese-stuffed olive.

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Just Drinks

JANUARY 30, 2025

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners has announced plans to invest approximately 150m ($156.2m) in its regional operations in Germany.

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VinePair

JANUARY 30, 2025

For many people, service is paramount to having a great wine experience while dining out. But there are a lot of complicated variables that go into properly presenting and pouring a wine meaning there are a lot of things that can go wrong. There are tangible factors like wine temperature and glassware, but also more abstract annoyances like servers coming off as pretentious or rude.

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 30, 2025

Scotch whisky regions may be less important these days in the industry, but some whiskies remain the foundation stones of their local styles. More and more distilleries are now bottling experimental releases, ensuring we whisky drinkers have plenty of options to explore. However, if you’re new to this wacky world of whisky adventures, looking at these regions can be a very helpful starting point.

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Cheers

JANUARY 30, 2025

Michter’s Distillery has announced the release of Bombergers PFG(Precision Fine Grain) Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Over the years, our flagship Bombergers Declaration Bourbon has always had a rich, bold nature that I love,” says Michters Master Distiller Dan McKee. “This new Bombergers PFGrelease continues our efforts to further experiment with Bombergers and push the boundaries of American whiskey.

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 30, 2025

In 2024, our reviewers sampled whiskies from around the globe including 81 American whiskeys. Of those reviewed, one expression emerged as a particular favorite. Noted for its smoothness and expertly balanced profile, Shenks Homestead Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey (2024) has been named Best American Whiskey at the inaugural Whiskey Wash Awards, taking home a Double Gold Medal.

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Cheers

JANUARY 30, 2025

California sparkling wine house J Vineyards & Winery has collaborated with visual artistAlexandra Grantand her art and design initiative, grantLOVE , to create LOVE Wine. This new sparkling wine will combine the two brands commitment to empowering women and creativity in the fields of wine and art. LOVE Wines first release is a brut cuve made from cool-climate vineyards throughout California, including the Russian River Valley, Monterey County and Mendocino County and crushed at J Vineyards

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VinePair

JANUARY 30, 2025

On Thursday, Molson Coors announced a new strategic partnership with Fever-Tree in the U.S. set to begin on February 1. According to a press release , Molson Coors will acquire an 8.5 percent stake in the U.K.-based non-alcoholic drinks brand as well as exclusive commercialization rights to Fever-Trees U.S. portfolio, which includes both carbonated drinks and cocktail mixers.

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Bar Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

Sexy Fish, the globally recognised destination for innovative cocktails and Japanese-inspired dining experiences, announces the launch of its own-label Sexy Fish Vodka. Available exclusively at its London, Miami, and Manchester restaurants from Saturday, 1 February 2025, the vodka joins the existing line-up of the brands own-label Gin, Champagne and Whisky collections.

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Spiritz

JANUARY 30, 2025

Los Angeles Tourism is launching its first-ever India Sales Guide at OTM 2025, India’s leading travel trade show, under the US Pavilion. This participation comes as Los Angeles prepares for a decade of major sporting events, culminating in the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The India Sales Guide is a dedicated resource providing in-depth insights into LA as a must-visit destination.

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 30, 2025

The Whiskey Wash Awards is an independent, no-fee competition that recognizes the best whiskey expressions reviewed by our team in 2024. Of the 75 bourbons reviewed in 2024, 45 have been awarded a medal: Double Gold, Gold, or Silver. As such, below you will find a list of every award-winning bourbon from our inaugural awards. Each expression was independently reviewed and scored out of 10.

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Drinkhacker

JANUARY 30, 2025

For their third installment in the limited-edition Reserva Ochocask finish series, Bacardi once again hopped across the pond to Spain, this time sourcing Vino de Naranja (orange wine) casks from a producer in Seville. For those unfamiliar with this unique tipple, its essentially made by macerating bitter Sevillian orange peel in white wine. Like the Sherry Cask and Rye Cask that preceded it, the base is a blend of 8- to 12-year-old rum aged in American oak.

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Spiritz

JANUARY 30, 2025

Allied Blenders & Distillers (ABD) Ltd. reported a 20.8 percent rise in its profit to 57 crore in the quarter that ended in December 2024 as against a net profit of 48 crore in Q2 FY25. The company’s sales rose 8.84 percent to 973.94 crore in Q3FY25 as against 894.83 crore during the previous quarter ended December 2023. The company accounted for a total income of 2,346 crore, 15.5 percent higher compared to 2,031 crore in Q2 FY25 and 12.9 percent higher compared to 2,077 crore in Q3 F

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 30, 2025

Barrell Craft Spirits (BCS) has introduced a new expression to its Foundation line the Barrell Foundation Double Barrel Bourbon, marking the company’s latest venture in the non-cask strength category. The new bourbon, bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV), features a complex blend of whiskeys from Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, and Maryland, with ages ranging from 5 to 9 years old.

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Spiritz

JANUARY 30, 2025

In a major relief for beer lovers in Karnataka, United Breweries Limited (UBL) has announced that it will not increase beer prices despite the recent tax hike by the state government. Reacting to the recent beer tax hike in Karnataka, Vivek Gupta, MD and CEO of United Breweries Limited (UBL), highlighted that the state’s beer industry has faced three consecutive tax increases over the past 18 months, pushing up the MRP of beer by 10 to 60 per bottle across brands.

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Nightlife City Guide

JANUARY 30, 2025

Nightlife Pattaya: Pattaya is synonymous with nightlife and offers the best nightlife in Thailand with its neon lights, glittering nightclubs, go-go bars and pool parties. Here is the ultimate guide to the best bars and clubs in Pattaya. Nightlife Pattaya Pattaya is one of Thailand and its vibrant nightlife is world famous. The best after-dinner activities show why Pattaya has an international reputation.

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VinePair

JANUARY 30, 2025

The Wine 101 podcast has always been about education, with the primary goal of providing our listeners with tools and information to help them feel confident on their wine journey. What were not about is telling anyone what to drink or how to enjoy it. While there may be established regulations regarding how and where certain styles of wine can be produced, there are no rules for enjoying it only guidelines.

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 30, 2025

The distinctive purple-labeled Spey Royal whisky bottle that revolutionized Thailand’s spirits market through its culturally significant color choice. Sometimes the most revolutionary ideas in whisky come from the most unexpected places. In 1990, while wandering the aisles of a London supermarket seeking inspiration for a new Scotch brand, David Gluckman’s eyes settled on something purple – but it wasn’t a bottle.

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Spiritz

JANUARY 30, 2025

Dave & Buster's, America’s premier entertainment and dining destination known for its arcade games, social gaming, bowling, and immersive experiences, is set to make its highly anticipated debut in Bengaluru. Malpani Group to open the flagship outlet at Mantri Avenue in Koramangala, Bangalore, marking a new chapter for the brand. Spanning 27,000 sq ft, the venue boasts a spacious 300-seater restaurant, a lively cocktail bar, and an array of entertainment options designed to cater to ev

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