Mon.Dec 02, 2024

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Day Trip: Anu Apte, Rob Roy as Miracle Pop-Up

Imbibe Magazine

Anu Apte has the holiday rush down to a science. The owner of Seattle’s Rob Roy and co-owner of Navy Strength and Vinnie’s has transformed one or more of those bars into a holiday pop-up every year since 2014. It’s all part of a network of tinseled bar takeovers called Miracle and Sippin’ Santa. Now in their 10th year, these installations bring seasonal cocktails and festive decor to nearly 250 bars worldwide.

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Celebrate National Apple Pie Day with an Ole Smoky Cocktail

Chilled Magazine

Happy National Apple Pie Day! Ole Smoky’s Apple Pie Moonshine offers a delightful blend of flavors that evokes the comforting taste of warm apple pie on a chilly evening, going down as smoothly as the real thing. This holiday season, why not savor this delicious moonshine in a cozy Hot Toddy recipe? Moonshine Hot Toddy Ingredients 2 oz. Ole Smoky® Apple Pie (70) Moonshine 3 oz.

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A Fresh Twist on Trinidad and Tobago’s Holiday Classic

PUNCH

Served warm or iced, this spin on the rum-based Ponche de Crème, kicked up with fennel and cardamom, has become my winter go-to.

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Light Years: Has Britain Finally Fallen for Low-Calorie Beer?

VinePair

London’s latest beer crush is plastered all over various forms of public transit, from the Tube to double-decker buses. “Beer But Better,” the advert for a brand called Prime Time reads. “Next Level Taste, Easy On The Waist.” Big claims on London buses are nothing new, but this beer is worth a second look. Prime Time is the most visible of a new breed of low-calorie British beer brands, designed to appeal to people who like a pint but also want to stay in shape.

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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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GSN Review: SUYO Pisco

Good Spirits News

For years, bartenders, mixologists, and at home spirit connoisseurs have long championed pisco. It’s crystal-clear, made from naturally fermented grapes, and available in a range of expressions, with flavor profiles spanning from earthy and rounded to bright and citrusy. Its deep history is intertwined with one of the world’s most dynamic culinary traditions.

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Experience the holidays in style with new festive menus, stunning views, and unforgettable moments at Radio!

Bar Magazine

Step into the festive spirit at Radio , a spectacular rooftop venue perched atop the iconic ME London hotel, where seasonal indulgence meets breathtaking skyline views. Launching from now till 21st to December 24th , embrace the magic of the holidays with three exclusive festive menus , each designed to elevate your celebrations. Whether you’re planning a cozy gathering with loved ones or a chic seasonal soirée, Radio Rooftop is the ultimate destination.

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The Camarena Black Cherry Presidente Margarita

VinePair

With a salted rim and black cherry garnish, this sultry spin on the Margarita is sure to be a favorite among your holiday guests.

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Stoli Group US arm files for Chapter 11

Just Drinks

Stoli Group's US arm and the Kentucky Owl bourbon brand have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to safeguard its business operations and brands.

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Warm Woolly Sheep Cocktail Recipe

Mix That Drink

The Warm Woolly Sheep cocktail blends smoky scotch, Drambuie's sweet spices, and warm milk for a cozy drink perfect for chilly nights by the fire.

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Supreme acquires Typhoo Tea for nearly $13m 

Just Drinks

Supreme, a UK-based manufacturer of drinks, protein powders, and vapes, has acquired Typhoo Tea out of administration for £10.2m ($12.9m).

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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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Stoli Group USA files for bankruptcy

Drinks International

Stoli Group has filed for bankruptcy in the US largely due to a two-month-long cyber attack that impacted operations in the States.

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Origin Wine Stellenbosch snaps up Overhex Wines’ brand portfolio

Just Drinks

Origin Wine Stellenbosch has acquired the complete portfolio of brands of domestic peer Overhex Wines International.

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Spanish Coffee with Licor 43

Mix That Drink

Savor the cozy Spanish Coffee cocktail with Licor 43, rich coffee, and whipped cream, topped with cinnamon or chocolate sprinkles for a perfect evening treat.

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Tröegs Double Blizzard

Cheers

Tröegs Independent Brewing has announced the release of Double Blizzard, a higher-ABV version of its longest-running seasonal IPA, Blizzard of Hops. Clocking in at 8.3% ABV, this semi-hazy Double IPA has huge citrus and pineapple notes with a hint of soft pine, the brewery reports. “We like to think of it as Blizzard of Hops’ big brother,” says Tröegs brewmaster and co-founding brother John Trogner.

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26 Winter Cocktails to Chase Away the Cold

Mix That Drink

Enjoy cozy winter cocktails that blend rich flavors like chocolate, coffee, and spices, featuring classics like Irish Coffee and Hot Toddy for warmth and comfort.

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Telangana seeks pending excise duty from liquor suppliers

Spiritz

The Telangana State Beverages Corporation Limited (TSBCL) has issued notices to IMFL and beer suppliers, seeking the remaining 70 percent Excise Duty (ED) or Countervailing Duty (CVD) on drain out stock from depots for the period 2020-21 to 2022-23. The notice highlights discrepancies in duty payments, stating, “As per the MIS reports on drain out stock for the period 2020-21 to 2022-23 in IMFL depots, it was observed that certain bottles of IMFL/Beer were drained out.

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Nutcracker Cocktail

Mix That Drink

The Nutcracker cocktail is a sweet blend of coffee, almond, and citrus with a creamy finish, perfect for holiday celebrations.

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GSN Review: Belvedere Organic Vodka

Good Spirits News

Belvedere Organic Vodka is produced in Poland’s longest operating vodka distillery, founded in 1910. Belvedere’s Master Rye Distillers draw from a 600-year-old Polish vodka-making tradition, to craft 100% Organic Polish rye, purified water and distilled by fire Polish rye into a vodka of distinct taste and character. GSN’s Remarks: Clean, unassuming nose.

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Heineken breweries enter third week of strikes in Netherlands

Just Drinks

Strikes are taking place at two Heineken breweries in The Netherlands this week after workers declined a fresh offer on wages and conditions.

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5 Essential Cocktails for December 2024

Chilled Magazine

Each month Chilled presents you with five essential cocktails based on our National Drink Day Calendar. Don’t forget to reference it so you can prepare for the upcoming holidays. And just like that, we are getting ready to close out on another year. December is always jam-packed with chaos between last-minute shopping, holiday parties, and NYE celebrations.

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Treasury Wine Estates launches Italian wine brand Belorante in UK 

Just Drinks

Australian wine producer Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) has introduced an Italian wine brand, Belorante, to the UK market.

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Warm Up This Season with the Cherry Bounce Hot Toddy

Chilled Magazine

Crafted by Coltivare’s Beverage Director Morgan Weber, the Cherry Bounce Hot Toddy is a sweet and spicy warm beverage inspired by combining a traditional hot toddy and cherry bounce, a cherry-infused bourbon liqueur popular in North Carolina where Executive Chef/Co-Owner Ryan Pera grew up. The cherry bounce liqueur, which is made up of fresh cherries, white sugar, and bourbon, will infuse from now until about December and will then be ready to be used in the cocktail.

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This Week's Not-Selling-You-Anything Beer News

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

I appreciate you opening this email. I know it’s Cyber Monday and you’re receiving an onslaught of marketing slop today. I am not going to try to sell you anything here — I am simply going to say thank you to the growing number of both free and Premium Subscribers that continue to keep this newsletter going. Your support is so, so very appreciated and I love having the opportunity to interact with so many beer lovers from around the Midwest and beyond.

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We Ask Zing Zang’s Brent Albertson about Nassau Paradise Island Wine and Food Fest

Chilled Magazine

As part of our “What We’re Hearing” about Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival at Atlantis (NPIWFF) content series, we are counting the days until the annual event in March 2025! The five-day celebration of food, wine, spirits, and Bahamian-culture attracts all sorts of talent from celebrity chefs to connoisseurs. We ask Zing Zang CEO Brent Albertson about his experience at NPIWFF.

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The 7 Best Bourbons to Gift This Holiday (2024)

VinePair

As we polish off the last of our Thanksgiving leftovers, it’s time to start thinking about which bottles to give our nearest and dearest this holiday season. But when it comes to determining which bourbon is best for the whiskey lover in your life, it can be a challenge at best, especially with so many phenomenal releases available today. But fear not.

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Review: Baker’s Single Barrel Bourbons – High Rye 7 Years Old and 13 Years Old (2024)

Drinkhacker

Here’s an unexpected arrival: A new version of the classic Baker’s Bourbon 7 Years Old, made with a high rye recipe. It’s distinguished from rack Baker’s 7 only by the inclusion of “High Rye Bourbon” on the label. It is, oddly, “a new expression that pays homage to Baker’s trucking business, where he delivered grains to the James B.

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Andhra regulates liquor pricing

Spiritz

The Andhra Pradesh government has taken significant steps to regulate liquor pricing and enforce strict compliance with MRP caps. A committee led by a retired High Court judge has been appointed to review liquor prices in the state. The committee will engage in discussions with alcohol companies operating in the state to ensure fair price revisions.

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Review: Chattanooga Whiskey Bottled in Bond Spring 2020 Vintage

Drinkhacker

Tennessee’s Chattanooga Whiskey cranks out its bottled-in-bond releases twice each year, to the point where it’s getting hard for us to keep up with them (though this “Spring” release only hit the market in October). It’s the 7th bonded Chattanooga and, as with its prior releases , it’s a wholly different construction from those that have come before.

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Christmas Pop Up Bar Experiences

Gastronom

Last Updated on December 2, 2024 by Leah Hall Exploring some Christmas Pop Up Bar experiences around Omaha, and around the country! Lots of fun around these Christmas Cocktails that are perfect for the spirit of the holiday! ‘Tis the season for holiday pop up bars! Two locations in Omaha have temporarily transformed their … The post Christmas Pop Up Bar Experiences appeared first on Gastronom Cocktails.

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Midleton Very Rare Unveils A Second Rare French Oak Finish

The Whiskey Wash

Midleton Very Rare Forêt de Tronçais Edition 2. Credit: Irish Distillers Irish Distillers has announced the release of the Midleton Very Rare Forêt de Tronçais Edition 2, an Irish whiskey that celebrates the craftsmanship of both Ireland and France in a unique fusion. This second edition bottling is now available in selected global markets including Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, the Czech Republic, Germany, Singapore, and Global Travel Retail for an RRP of €5,000 (£4,388).

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Diageo’s campaign aims to tackle impaired driving

Spiritz

Diageo North America, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), the National Football League (NFL), and Uber Technologies, Inc. join forces in a partnership to launch ‘Take a Minute. Make a Plan.’ This campaign aims to encourage people to make a plan to never drive impaired, fostering a culture of responsibility, especially during high-excitement moments like football games where socialising is part of the experience. “In sports, a one-minute time out to talk strategy can change ev

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Wyoming Whiskey Launches Two Single Barrel Bourbons

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Wyoming Wyoming Wyoming Whiskey has announced the release of two new expressions. Wyoming Whiskey Barrel Strength Bourbon Whiskey Barrel #5540 and #5440 were specially selected from the warehouse in Kirby, WY, for bottling at cask strength. Both bourbon whiskeys are available throughout the state of Wyoming as well as at the Wyoming Whiskey Distillery Shop and Barrel House. #5440 is also available in California, Colorado, Georgia, and Florida.

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GSN Review: Glenmorangie 12

Good Spirits News

Glenmorangie has had many loyal team members over the years, but few men or women devoted so much of their lives to the Distillery as Gordon L Smart (1895-1972). Gordon was appointed Distillery manager in 1920 after his father Alexander, the previous Distillery manager, passed away. It was a position he would fill for a remarkable fifty years. His core workforce at the Distillery – the so-called ‘16 Men of Tain’ – were also long-serving and provided a wealth of whisky making experien

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Romeo Sings A Serenade

Cheers

The bourbon-based cocktail gets a boost from peach and walnut liqueurs. Print Romeo Sings A Serenade Course Drinks Keyword bourbon, peach bitters, Peach liqueur, walnut bitters, walnut liqueur Ingredients 2 oz. Bourbon ½ oz. Juliette peach liqueur ¼ oz. Walnut liqueur 3 dashes Peach bitters 3 dashes Walnut bitters Instructions Combine ingredients into mixing glass.

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Christmas Margarita Recipe

Moody Mixologist

This Christmas Margarita puts a festive spin on the classic marg with the vibrant flavor and color of pomegranate and the rich, toasted flavor of reposado tequila. If you’re hosting a Christmas party, toasting with family, or simply enjoying a cozy night in, this cocktail is about to become a seasonal favorite. Over the years I’ve perfected this recipe and added some suggestions for substituting ingredients to make it as easy as possible.

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