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We Asked: “How Do You Price Your Wine List?”

PUNCH

Sommeliers and wine professionals at top New York City restaurants like The Four Horsemen and Claud share how they price their wine lists.

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Where to Drink in Fishtown, Philadelphia

Imbibe Magazine

“It’s very community-driven here,” Francesca Galarus says of her Philadelphia neighborhood, Fishtown. Formerly an industrial outpost, the narrow streets west of the Delaware River have independent bars and restaurants, live music venues, and other small businesses run by residents like Galarus and her partner, Nicholas Ducos, who co-own the newly opened urban winery, Mural City Cellars (MCC).

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Master the French Classics

PUNCH

7 classic French cocktail recipes to know, from the Boulevardier to a little-known gin, Suze and Chartreuse sour and more.

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This Week's Beer Labels: A Bunch of New Lagers To Show You

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Happy Wednesday, label lovers! This week we’ve got a whole bunch of lager to show you, including a new one connected to the LLC behind the Hulk Hogan beer - this time with a very classic rock, 70’s biker vibe. They’re coming for the Cold Snacks, I think. Everybody look out. But first: The New Illinois Beer Label of the Week Hot on the heels of their Only Interested in Bangers Imperial IPA, this Hop Butcher beer rolled out a couple of weeks ago but just crossed the TTB wires thi

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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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Protected: Peche Hospitality App Announces Huge ‘Barchive’ Cocktail History Update

BarLifeUK

The Peche ‘Barchive’ project goes live on August 1st, 2024.

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A High-Tech ‘Beer Printer’ From Belgium Wants to Digitize the Drinking Experience

VinePair

Making beer has long been the proving ground for innovative technologies, from the earliest mercury thermometer and first saccharometer through the introduction of the cylindroconical fermenter and on to the modern hop torpedo. Now, a Belgian startup called Bar.on wants to bring molecular mixing to the pint glass with a tabletop “beer printer” that can supposedly recreate any brew in a matter of seconds.

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How to Make the Perfect Mojito for Summer Sipping

Mix That Drink

With a base of white rum and lime juice, the Mojito is reminiscent of the Rum Swizzle and Daiquiri, but the mint adds a wonderful layer of refreshment.

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Whiskey Review: Two Souls Spirits 5-Year Dark Pumpernickel Rye (Middle West Spirits)

The Whiskey Wash

We review Two Souls Spirits 5-Year Dark Pumpernickel Rye (Middle West Spirits), distilled from pumpernickel rye out of Ohio and double barrel aged for over five years. (image via Two Souls Spirits) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies , this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way.

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Meili Founders Jason Momoa and Blaine Halvorson Think Vodka Is Underestimated (and Far from Flavorless)

Drinkhacker

At this point, the celebrity spirits market is undeniably crowded, with enough whiskey and agave-based brands to make the average consumer’s head spin. And given the space’s maturity, a giant social media following likely isn’t enough to guarantee success. Some—truly a handful—of A-lister backed brands do manage to stand out on partnerships with major distilleries, unique twists on classic profiles, or genuinely quality liquid.

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Fire Destroys The Iconic Giggling Marlin Bar In Cabo San Lucas Mexico

PubClub

People would not only hang loose, they would hang upside down at the Giggling Marlin bar in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Photo: The Giggline Marlin By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Nightlife Editor I first I heard of the Giggling Marlin bar at a house party in Manhattan Beach, CA. One of the hosts had made a batch of a concoction called the Skip And Go Naked.

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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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Scotch Whisky Legends: The Glenlivet 1955 27 Year Old Duthie For Samaroli

The Whiskey Wash

The Glenlivet 1955 27 Year Old Duthie For Samaroli. Credit: Whisky Auctioneer The Glenlivet has consistently been one of the best-selling single malt scotch whisky brands in the world, rivaling the likes of Glenfiddich for the top spot. Its accessibility and easy-drinking nature make it a go-to for many whisky lovers and consumers. However, despite the accessibility of The Glenlivet ’s modern core range, the distillery has also seen a number of old and rare bottlings hit the secondary market.

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BevX Awards 2024: Call For Entries

Cheers

It’s time to get the recognition your beverage program deserves: The call for entries for the 2024 Bev X Awards is officially open! If you’re not familiar, the BevX Awards celebrate full-service chain restaurants for their beverage program’s creativity, originality and impact on sales and profitability, as well as innovative independent operators and individuals making an impact.

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Whiskey Review: Eagle Rare 10 Year Old

The Whiskey Wash

Eagle Rare 10 Year Old has long been a beloved expression under Buffalo Trace ‘s portfolio. The brand was first introduced in 1975 by Charles L. Beam, the grandnephew of Jim Beam. In 1989, the brand was purchased by Sazerac and, since 1992, the bourbon has been produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery. One of the enduring mysteries of Eagle Rare 10 Year Old is the mash bill.

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Review: Oddbird Non-Alcoholic Presence and Addiction

Drinkhacker

Oddbird is the producer of some of my favorite non-alcoholic wines, and the brand recently sent two new expressions that we hadn’t yet seen, the white blend Presence and the red Addiction. We tasted them on a recent “day off” from the hard sauce. Oddbird Presence – A blend of riesling, gewurztraminer, sylvaner, viognier, and sauvignon blanc, produced in France.

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Bring on the Bar Awards 2024! The Tequila Bar Finalists are revealed right here

Australian Bartender

El Primo Sanchez, Sydney It’s nearly time for the announcement of all the finalists for the 23rd Annual Bartender Magazine Australian Bar Awards, so we are going to share with you some sneak peeks in the lead-up. Today, it’s your votes for the country’s best Tequila bars. The Bar Awards will take place on Wednesday, 11th of September this year at Doltone House, and is just one of the 30-plus events in store for Sydney Bar Week this year, which takes place from September 7th to 11th — click here

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7 of the Best Valpolicella Wines to Drink Right Now

VinePair

When considering Italian reds, Valpolicella is often overlooked. It doesn’t have the current buzz of, say, Etna Rosso from Sicily, or the prestige of Chianti Classico from Tuscany or Barolo from Piedmont. But Valpolicella , from Veneto in northeastern Italy, is worth rediscovering for its fruit-forward profile, its drinkability, and its value. There was a time when Valpolicella was a go-to wine at countless Italian-American restaurants adorned with those red and white checkered tablecloths, espe

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Gallo Invests in Ron del Barrilito Rum

Cheers

Spirit of Gallo has expanded its spirits portfolio with a strategic investment in Ron del Barrilito , a Puerto Rican rum originally launched in 1880. Under the agreement, Gallo will also become the exclusive U.S. importer. The brand was purchased in 2017 by Joaquin Bacardi and a local group of investors. Joaquin Bacardi, a familiar name in rum, is committed to using the same formulas and processes that have been passed down over several generations of Fernández family master blenders, the compa

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Bar Awards 2024: Here are the finalists in the Hotel Bar of the Year category

Australian Bartender

Dean & Nancy on 22, Sydney It’s nearly time for the announcement of all the finalists for the 23rd Annual Bartender Magazine Australian Bar Awards, so we are going to share with you some sneak peeks in the lead-up. Today, it’s your votes for the country’s best hotel bars. The Bar Awards will take place on Wednesday, 11th of September this year at Doltone House, and is just one of the 30-plus events in store for Sydney Bar Week this year, which takes place from September 7th to 11th — click h

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Sekk Sato Shiki Japanese Whisky

Cheers

Sekk Sato Shiki has unveiled its new line of 100% authentic Japanese whiskies, offering Single Grain and Single Malt Whisky, along with a 21 Year and 41 Year aged whisky. Founded by Master Distiller and whisky expert, Taichi Seki, the brand arrives in select retailers across Texas, California, Nevada, Arizona, New York and New Jersey, the company says.

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ITC Grand Chola collaborates with The Happy High

Spiritz

The Happy High, a Mumbai-based wine and spirit consultancy and education firm, has curated the beverage list for the ITC Grand Chola, Chennai with an aim to bring nuggets of the Chola legacy and local favourites to the fore. The curated beverage menu is named Cholatails. Cholatails is a beverage menu made for the global palate and it celebrates the Chola legacy and the local cult.

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India could form fifth of Suntory Holdings sales within decade, CEO says

Just Drinks

Japanese drinks group Suntory Holdings has said its India division could make up 20% of its sales in the “long run”, and 10-15% in the next few years.

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8 THC-Infused Brands for Curious Sippers

Dry Atlas

By Monica Olano, Founder of Cali Sober Mom As a leader in the Cali Sober movement, I’ve dedicated my journey to exploring and advocating for healthier, more inclusive alternatives to alcohol. Here are eight standout THC-infused beverages that offer sophistication, flavor, and a touch of euphoria—perfect for any occasion. 1. Cali Sober Cali Sober’s branding and quality are unparalleled.

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Racing-style Zipline Course Returns To San Diego

PubClub

People zoom down a zipline at Zip Zoom Ziplines in San Diego. Zip Zoom Ziplines, a racing-style zipline in which “racers” go side by side, is back in San Diego. It is having an opening event July 19-21 at La Jolla Indian Adventure Park in the Palomar Mountain range. The first 100 guests to book tours for the weekend will receive Zip Zoom Ziplines swag bags and discounts for a return visit.

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8 THC-Infused Beverages for Curious Sippers

Dry Atlas

By Monica Olano, Founder of Cali Sober Mom As a leader in the Cali Sober movement, I’ve dedicated my journey to exploring and advocating for healthier, more inclusive alternatives to alcohol. Here are eight standout THC-infused beverages that offer sophistication, flavor, and a touch of euphoria—perfect for any occasion. 1. Cali Sober Cali Sober’s branding and quality are unparalleled.

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San Diego’s Mike Hess Brewing Introduces Special Craft Beer For City Tacos

PubClub

The Mike Hess Blessed City Hazy IPA is brewed exclusively for City Tacos. San Diego’s Mike Hess Brewing has created a special beer for City Tacos to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the popular taco restaurant. Named the Blessed City Hazy IPA, it is a 7.0% alcohol-by-volume (ABV) and has flavors of fresh citruses. It is available on draft only at San Diego’s seven City Taco locations.

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New release from Glenfiddich’s Archive Collection arrives

Spiritz

The second annual release from Glenfiddich’s Archive Collection has been unveiled, in exclusive partnership with Gebr. Heinemann. The collection showcases ten of the distillery’s finest, rarest and most fascinating whiskies from over the past half-century. Laid down by generations of the family descendants of William Grant, this series of single casks represents a journey through the decades. “The Archive Collection is a true testament to Glenfiddich’s family values, dire

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Don’t Worry Paris Will Be Fine For The Olympics. I Know; I Was Just There

PubClub

Paris is the host city for the 2024 Summer Olympics. Photo: PubClub.com By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com There’s been a lot of headlines and stories in the media about pollution in the Seine River and other issues associated with the host city for the XXXIII Olympiad. But don’t worry. Paris wil be fine for the the 2024 Summer Olympics, which are July 26-Aug. 11.

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Aimia Foods show miles of support as they prepare to make the journey to Alder Hey Children’s Hospital from their head office in Haydock!

Bar Magazine

30 members of the Aimia Foods team are set to complete a 22km walking challenge, with funds being raised for the company’s chosen charity partner, Alder Hey Children’s Charity. Taking place on the 12 th of July, this walking challenge will set-off from Aimia Foods’ offices in Haydock. 22km later, the team will have reached their final destination, at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, in Liverpool.

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Myth Busting Lab Grown Diamond Rings: Are They Really as Good as Natural Diamond Rings?

PubClub

Diamonds symbolize eternal love, status and beauty. Traditionally mined from the earth, these precious stones now have a modern rival: lab grown diamonds. Despite their rise in popularity , many myths and misconceptions persist, such as whether lab created diamonds are truly as good as natural ones. Explore the facts and bust some common myths so you can make the right decision when shopping for your next piece of diamond jewelry.

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Gallo invests in rum, mezcal

Just Drinks

Gallo's spirits division, Spirit of Gallo, has invested an undisclosed amount into rum brand Ron del Barrilito and Derrumbes mezcal.

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5 Lessons Learned: My First Six Months Building a Non-Alc Brand

Dry Atlas

By Juliana Casale, Founder of Balloon I started solidifying the concept for my sparkling water brand, Balloon, when I was pregnant with my second kid in the spring of 2023. I’m one of those freakish people who enjoys networking and, post-pandemic, I was frequently attending social and professional gatherings to make up for lost time. My options for drinking at these events were typically: – Alcohol (not something I wanted to drink while expecting) – The juice that was used to mix wi

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Just Drinks Excellence Awards 2024: De Kuyper Royal Distillers

Just Drinks

De Kuyper Royal Distillers won two awards in the 2024 Just Drinks Excellence Awards in the Innovation and Product Launches categories.

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Labour government urged to consider extending scope of UK soft drinks tax

Just Drinks

A study analysing the results of the UK sugar tax suggests the new Labour government might want to expand the scope of the levy.

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Sugar mill JKSM scoops Pakistan PepsiCo manufacturer SCL

Just Drinks

The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) this week approved the merger of PepsiCo manufacturer SCL and sugar producer JKSM.

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Canada’s Andrew Peller appoints CFO Paul Dubkowski as CEO

Just Drinks

Andrew Peller has promoted CFO Paul Dubkowski to CEO, as part of two changes in the Canadian beverage producer’s leadership.