Fri.Mar 22, 2024

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When Americano Meets Americano, It’s a Match

PUNCH

The Americano cocktail and coffee drink are joining forces at top bars around the country. Here's why the aperitivo trend works so well.

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Drink of the Week: Antica Formula Sweet Vermouth

Imbibe Magazine

Carpano has been perfecting sweet vermouth for over 200 years, and Antica Formula Sweet Vermouth is made from Italian wine grapes and fortified with herbs and botanicals in a months-long process that contributes to its distinctive flavor. The recipe for Antica Formula was first crafted in Turin in 1786 by Italian distiller Antonio Benedetto Carpano, whose formula helped give rise to the popularity of vermouth.

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This Week's Craft Beer Events & Socials

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Most everyone I know already has their OOOs set for Spring Break and my world’s feeling fairly slow heading into this weekend, but I do have a barrel-aged Odd Side stout with hazelnuts and bacon in my fridge, so I should probably tend to that today, huh? Beats shoveling the driveway. If you’re looking to get out and about over the next few weeks, the events calendar is still pretty dang full while breweries wait for warmer, more beer-friendly weather to arrive.

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Two More Easy Bénédictine Old Fashioned Variations

Cocktails with Suderman

For the last month or so, we’ve been looking at simple Old Fashioned-style cocktails made with sweet liqueurs at a 4:1 (spirit:liqueur) ratio. Those drinks include the Rusty Nail , the Cooper Union , and several variations on the Monte Carlo. These drinks comprise a lesser-known subcategory of cocktails that sits somewhere between the Manhattan and the Old Fashioned — the Liqueur-Sweetened Old Fashioned, or LSOF.

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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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Diageo to introduce aluminium bottles of Baileys Original Irish Cream

Spiritz

Diageo is set to launch limited edition aluminium bottles of Baileys Original Irish Cream as part of its effort to make its packaging more environmentally sustainable. The new bottle weighs 85 gm, which is five times lighter than Baileys Original Irish Cream’s traditional 700ml glass model with 454gm weight. The bottle’s neck contains a 4gm plastic thread and the cap is 2.5gm of aluminium.

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The Best Ultra-Premium Bourbons According To The American Whiskey Masters 2023

The Whiskey Wash

The Global Spirits Masters Competition (GSMC), home of the American Whiskey Masters, is one of the most fierce competitions in the spirits industry. Every year, thousands of entries are received for each category. These spirits are then sampled by independent experts with unquestionable palates, with each entrant hoping to win a medal – either Silver, Gold, or Master, with Master being the most coveted.

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Luminary No.2 Celebrates Rare Peated Dalmore And A Dedication To Time

The Whiskey Wash

The Dalmore Luminary No.2 The Collectible in collaboration with Melodie Leung of Zaha Hadid Architects. The Dalmore have announced the second edition to their extraordinary Luminary series. The Luminary No.2 is a collaboration between the masters at Dalmore and the award winning team at Zaha Hadid Architects that celebrates excellence in both whisky and architecture.

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THSC unveils report on demand and skill gap

Spiritz

Tourism and Hospitality Skill Sector Council (THSC) has launched its report on the Demand and Skill Gap, alongside the Annual Industry Partners Meet. The Annual Industry Partners Meet 2024 was conducted under the theme of ‘Navigating the Future: Bridging Skill Gaps for the Tourism and Hospitality Industry.’ This launch event, in collaboration with industry partners, took place at the Gulmohar Hall, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, drawing stakeholders from across the nation.

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Whiskey Review: Hard Truth Distilling Malted Rye Sweet Mash Rye 2023

The Whiskey Wash

We review Hard Truth Distilling Malted Rye Sweet Mash Rye 2023, distilled from a 100 percent rye mash bill of 54% rye and 46% malted rye. (image via Nino Kilgore-Marchetti/The Whiskey Wash) Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies , this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

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ED arrests Arvind Kejriwal

Spiritz

The Enforcement Directorate arrested Delhi’s Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal last night after a search and questioning session and took him to the ED office. Yesterday, the Delhi High Court refused to grant him protection from arrest. Kejriwal’s arrest comes less than a week after BRS leader K Kavitha was taken into custody in Delhi’s liquor policy case.

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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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Tasting the Tannats of Uruguay, Spring 2024 Releases

Drinkhacker

In a choice review last month, we had the opportunity and good fortune to enjoy a Tannat emanating from the vineyards of California’s Paso Robles region. By lucky coincidence, this happened to dovetail nicely into a simultaneously scheduled webinar with Master Sommelier, wine educator, and all-around amicable fellow Peter Granoff, who presented an overview of wines of Uruguay, as well as the pleasant qualities and attributes of the nation.

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11 Things You Should Know About Ruinart Champagne

VinePair

When Nicolas Ruinart established Maison Ruinart in 1729, the Ruinart family was known for their role in society as wealthy cloth merchants. But that all changed with Nicolas’s uncle, Dom Thierry Ruinart, a Benedictine monk and close contemporary of Dom Pérignon. In 1680 at age 23, Dom Ruinart left his home in Champagne to study at the prestigious Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, located on the outskirts of Paris.

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Review: Bulleit American Single Malt Whiskey

Drinkhacker

While plenty of smaller, craft brands have been flooding the market with American Single Malt (ASM) whiskey over the last few years, the big boys of American whiskey have been releasing their own expressions at a comparative trickle. Jim Beam and Jack Daniel’s hopped on the ASM train last year, and now Bulleit has joined them. I’ll admit, I didn’t expect Bulleit to bring a single malt to market quite this soon, if ever.

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New USDA Regulations Are Sparking Chaos for Small Organic Wine Importers

VinePair

Athena Bochanis is the owner and founder of Palinkerie , a small, New York-based import company that showcases boutique winemakers from Hungary in the U.S. Earlier this month, she took to Instagram to seek information on upcoming changes to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) regulations, after learning that importers such as her would soon need to obtain organic certification.

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Wine Reviews: Old World Wines

Cheers

We asked the our national wine panel to taste and rate Old World wines from this past year. As always, these selections include brief tasting notes, a rating and the wine’s retail price (which can vary from store to store and market to market). Unless noted otherwise, prices reflect a 750-ml. bottle. If you are a beverage professional with a specialty in wine who is interested in participating in the panel, please contact Kyle Swartz at kswartz@epgmediallc.com.

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Weather hit Germany wine production in 2023

Just Drinks

Wine production in Germany dropped by almost 4% last year, hit by weather conditions, government data shows.

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Barfly 3-Piece Diamond Lattice Japanese Style Shaker Set Gold Plated (Single) - £52.44

Drinkstuff

A rebirth of a classic, the Barfly 3-Piece Diamond Lattice Japanese Style Shaker from Barfly is made from heavy-duty 18-8 stainless steel which is excellent for durability and resistance to pitting and corrosion.

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The Cocktail College Podcast: The Bijou

VinePair

“Cocktail College” is brought to you today by Tanqueray. I don’t know about you, listener, but I’m one of those people who needs a mobile app to track my budget. And I’m going to let you in on a little secret: I actually have a line item on mine marked “Tanqueray.” It’s true! Because I’m a gin Martini drinker, and Tanqueray is my Martini gin. I’m not ashamed to admit it — I have a Tanqueray monthly budget.

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Barfly 3-Piece Diamond Lattice Japanese Style Shaker Set Black (Single) - £52.44

Drinkstuff

A rebirth of a classic, the Barfly 3-Piece Diamond Lattice Japanese Style Shaker from Barfly is made from heavy-duty 18-8 stainless steel which is excellent for durability and resistance to pitting and corrosion.

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“There’s a place for soft drinks that are premium” – Fentimans on navigating pressures on consumer spending

Just Drinks

Fentimans marketing director tells just drinks that "there's a place for soft drinks that are premium" even as cost-of-living bites.

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Barfly Fleur De Lis Top Cocktail Picks (Pack of 12) - £20.74

Drinkstuff

A fun way to garnish drinks and elevate your drinks presentation, these Barfly Fleur De Lis Top Cocktail Picks is made from 18-8 Stainless steel which it is made for durability and corrosion resistance, it`s sharp point quickly and cleanly pierces garnish

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Evolving Inclusion in the Hospitality Industry

Tales of the Cocktail

Celebrating Women’s History Month with the Women of the Cocktail Apprentice Program Leadership Team Join us as we reflect on the journey of the Cocktail Apprentice Program (CAP) and the broader hospitality sector in celebration for Women’s History Month with some of the current White Coats. Cris Dehlavi, a veteran CAP member since 2010, notes the remarkable evolution of the program over the years.

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Barfly Sword Top Cocktail Picks (Pack of 12) - £20.74

Drinkstuff

A fun way to garnish drinks and elevate your drinks presentation, these Barfly Sword Top Cocktail Picks is made from 18-8 Stainless steel which it is made for durability and corrosion resistance, it`s sharp point quickly and cleanly pierces garnishes and

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Spanish distiller Vantguard changes UK distributor

Just Drinks

Spain-based spirits producer Vantguard has appointed UK distributor DrinksOne Brands to sell its brands in the country.

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Barfly Grooved Top Cocktail Picks (Pack of 12) - £20.74

Drinkstuff

A fun way to garnish drinks and elevate your drinks presentation, these Barfly Grooved Top Cocktail Picks is made from 18-8 Stainless steel which it is made for durability and corrosion resistance, it`s sharp point quickly and cleanly pierces garnishes an

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Bottled water in India, beer in Switzerland – Just Drinks’ week in data

Just Drinks

Alongside our daily news coverage, features and interviews, the Just Drinks team again rounds up the week‘s top stories with a series of data snapshots.

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Barfly Julep Cup 13.5oz / 383.5ml (Single) - £21.17

Drinkstuff

Made from heavy gauge stainless steel for durability, this Julep Cup features a dual rib design allows for sure grip and the footed base provides stability while serving or on a table.

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BeachLife Festival DAOU SideStage Food Experience Bands & Chefs

PubClub

The DAOU SideStage Experience is a delicious part of the BeachLIfe music festival Beyond the music that is the BeachLife festival, there is food and drinks. And for elevated moments of the latter there is the DAOU SideStage Experience, a culinary “setlist” created by event Executive Chef Jacob Ramos and hosted by DAOU Vineyards. It is a sophisticated festival dining experience on the LowTide stage with views of not just the bands but also of the Pacific Ocean.

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Barfly Circle Top Cocktail Picks (Pack of 12) - £20.74

Drinkstuff

A fun way to garnish drinks and elevate your drinks presentation, these Barfly Circle Top Cocktail Picks is made from 18-8 Stainless steel which it is made for durability and corrosion resistance, it`s sharp point quickly and cleanly pierces garnishes and

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Whisky Review: Clynelish 14 Year Old Flora & Fauna

The Whiskey Wash

Diageo’s so-called ‘Flora & Fauna’ series was launched in 1991, comprising 22 single malt whiskies. The series was a chance for then-owners United Distillers to showcase its portfolio. In the case of Clynelish , however, the series embodied a chance to relaunch a brand. The success of this Clynelish 14 Year Old Flora & Fauna prompted Diageo, the distillery’s owner, to revamp the brand in 2002.

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Barfly Skull Top Cocktail Picks (Pack of 12) - £20.74

Drinkstuff

A fun way to garnish drinks and elevate your drinks presentation, these Barfly Skull Top Cocktail Picks is made from 18-8 Stainless steel which it is made for durability and corrosion resistance, it`s sharp point quickly and cleanly pierces garnishes and

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National DRiNK Awards 2023 Winners!

DRiNK Magazine

The DRiNK Awards 2023 came to an perfect ending with its pinnacle event concluding at Shanghai Centre Theatre on March 18! The post National DRiNK Awards 2023 Winners! appeared first on DRiNK.

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Barfly Diamond Lattice Shaker/Tin Set Antique Copper 28 & 18oz / 795.5 & 511.5ml (Single) - £65.38

Drinkstuff

Professional grade quality for mixing any Cocktail you desire, the Barfly Cocktail tin is from a heavy-gauge 18-8 stainless steel designed to maintain shape and provide durability for high-volume bars and home use.

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Mast-Jägermeister opens miniatures bottle line amid production push

Just Drinks

Mast-Jägermeister opened a production line for miniature bottles at one of its German plants as part of an overall project to boost capacity.

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Barfly Diamond Lattice Shaker/Tin Set Gold Plated 30 & 18oz / 852 & 511.5ml (Single) - £65.38

Drinkstuff

Professional grade quality for mixing any Cocktail you desire, the Barfly Cocktail tin is from a heavy-gauge 18-8 stainless steel designed to maintain shape and provide durability for high-volume bars and home use.