VinePair
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Twenty years ago, a handful of roommates and Dale DeGroff disciples bound together to turn their hospitality-forward house parties into their life’s work. Employees Only (EO) came into the world on Nov. 15, 2004 (though Repeal Day, Dec, 5, marked its official grand opening), and it’s no exaggeration to say that the then nascent cocktail world would never be the same.
PUNCH
DECEMBER 5, 2024
5 easy spirit infusions for better Negronis, Margaritas and more, from coffee Campari to chile oil tequila.
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The Cocktail Lovers
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Twenty years ago today Jason Kosmas, Dushan Zaríc, Igor Hadzismajlovic, Henry LaFargue and Bill Gilroy opened Employees Only NYC and we’re thrilled that Jason and Dushan are joining us to talk all things EO today. But before we get to hear their thoughts on everything from the art of free pouring to how they build and retain their teams, we check out some new products and a recently opened bar.
Bar Magazine
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Red Snapper Learning (RSL) is proud to support the Prime Minister’s personal commitment to halving violence against women and girls. Through a nationwide training initiative, RSL is empowering night-time economy staff to play a vital role in crime prevention, victim support, and community safety. On Monday, 25th November, the Prime Minister convened police chiefs, industry leaders, and transport officials to underscore the government’s commitment to tackling violence against women and girls.
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PubClub
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Dsseldorf has a bit party for Carnival. Photo: Visit Dsseldorf Carnival, or Mardi Gras if you prefer, is one of the World’s Great Party Events. The 2019 date for Fat Tuesday is March 5, but if you just can’t wait for Carnival than go to… wait for it … Germany! Yes, Deutschland. Now before you protest and say “but Oktoberfest ended back in October,” just grab a hold of your 1-liter beer stein and keep reading.
The Cocktail Lovers
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Okay, so we’re heading into the party season. Christmas, out and about, or at home, not to mention New Year celebrations. Followed by the “shall I, shan’t I?” Dry January challenge. Whether you’re thinking about reducing the alcohol or cutting it out altogether Everleaf have got you covered for Christmas, New Year and anytime, in fact.
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VinePair
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Elevate your solstice with Condesa Gin’s prickly pear, orange blossom, raspberry, juniper berry, and coriander seed infusion.
Just Drinks
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Big Drop, the UK alcohol-free beer business, has changed brewer in its domestic market and is working on a new licensing deal in the US.
PubClub
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The fun South Bay crowd celebrates the holidays with the annual Hermosa Beach 12 Bars Of Christmas. Photo: KC Witherspoon One of the most highly attended and anticipated events of the entire year in Los Angeles is the 12 Bars of Christmas Cocktail Party and Toy Drive in Hermosa Beach, CA. Annually held on the second Friday of December this iconic tradition bounces along the Hermosa Beach bars on Pier Ave., and Hermosa Ave.
Mix That Drink
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Creamy and indulgent, the Sandbar Sleeper cocktail combines vodka, Baileys, Kahlua, and Frangelico for a rich treat perfect for parties and special events.
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Just Drinks
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Top Shelf International, an Australian vodka and whisky maker, is weighing up the future ownership of the business.
Mix That Drink
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The Apple Cobbler cocktail offers a creamy blend of apple schnapps, cinnamon schnapps, and Baileys Irish Cream. It'll remind you of a comforting apple pie.
PubClub
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Original 40’s Ready To Pedal craft beer is a West Coast IPA. A new beer by The Original 40 Brewing Company celebrates the opening of San Diego’s Pershing Bikeway, a 2.3-mile bicycle and walking path that connects North Park to downtown. Called Ready to Pedal, it is a West Coast IPA with tropical, fruity, and dank tasting notes with a clean, crisp bitterness.
Mix That Drink
DECEMBER 5, 2024
A stunning shot combining cinnamon-spiced Goldschläger and smooth Cuervo Gold tequila, perfect for parties with its luxurious gold leaf presentation.
Just Drinks
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Climate Investment Funds (CIF) is backing a plan aimed at protecting rural communities in Ethiopia from climate-related shocks and boosting food security.
Mix That Drink
DECEMBER 5, 2024
A rich and creamy Jamaican Quaalude cocktail blending Malibu rum, Kahlua, Baileys, Frangelico, amaretto, and half-and-half for a tropical yet nutty delight.
Just Drinks
DECEMBER 5, 2024
SHS Drinks, the owner of brands such as WKD and Shloer, has acquired Shandy Shack to add “further variety” to its product range.
Chilled Magazine
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Lyres Non-Alcoholic has announced that David Gimpelson has been named CEO. Gimpelson brings an impressive 20+-year career spanning the drinks industry to the global leader of the non-alcoholic spirits category. Gimpelson possesses a dynamic and results-driven approach in the beverage industry, with a specialty in brand development, international operations, and strategic leadership, having helped to build and scale some of the worlds most recognizable brands both domestically and internationally
Drinkhacker
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Cocktail books are a fantastic gift for anyone who loves mixing drinks. They’re packed with fun recipes, from the classics to more adventurous creations, so there’s always something to try out. Plus, many of these books share interesting stories about the drinks and their origins, which adds an extra layer of enjoyment. As readers dive into these recipes, they not only sharpen their bartending skills but also create memorable moments with friends and family at get-togethers.
Spiritz
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The Telangana government is reluctant to increase liquor prices, despite a state -appointed committee’s proposal and requests from alcobev producers, say reports. The three-member committee recommended a hike of Rs 20 hike beer and Rs 30-40 for other liquors, suggesting revisions every two years. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy rejected a plea from the Brewers Association of India to raise beer prices.
VinePair
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Red wine can be an easy, go-to gift for anyone on your list, but when the time comes to pick one out at the wine shop, the prospect of having to choose the perfect bottle can start to feel a bit intimidating. With so many different grape varieties, regions, and expressions — and individual palate preferences — it can be tough to sift through the hundreds of options.
Spiritz
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Campari Group, an Italian spirits major, has appointed Simon Hunt as its CEO, replacing Matteo Fantacchiotti. Hunt, a former Chief Executive at William Grant, carries over three decades of experience in the luxury spirits sector. He will be taking on the new role on January 15 following Campari’s board of directors’ general meeting. Presently, Paulo Marchesini, the company’s chief financial and operating officer, is working as the interim CEO.
VinePair
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Hosting a gathering for the holidays usually ends up being a lot of work, no matter how low key or laid back you plan for it to be. And while stirring up cocktails to order can sound like the perfect plan, you will almost certainly spend your entire night jiggering and mixing rather than enjoying the company of your guests. Luckily, there are a whole host of bottled cocktails on the market that take all the work out of preparation, without sacrificing a drop of quality.
Drinkhacker
DECEMBER 5, 2024
On the tiny Mediterranean island of Pantelleria you’ll find Donnafugata , a winery whose coverage here dates back, believe it or not, to day one of Drinkhacker’s existence. We’ve kept up with Donnafugata in the 17 years since that post, and with this roundup we look at three new releases — which now feature lighter, recycled glass bottles.
VinePair
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Alex Cooper, host of the smash hit podcast Call Her Daddy is venturing into the beverage industry. After weeks of teasing a big announcement on her Instagram account, the podcast star finally introduced Unwell Hydration in a post on Thursday. The lightly caffeinated electrolyte beverage will be available in three flavors: Strawberry, Orange Hibiscus, and Mango Citrus.
The Whiskey Wash
DECEMBER 5, 2024
I’m going to take a guess: Your first whiskey cocktail was a Jack & Coke. It’s true for me at least. I have clear memories of sidling up to a bar in Europe in 2001, still far too young to shop for alcohol at home, and ordering a Jack & Coke solely because it was the only cocktail I knew how to order. For a teenager facing down the perplexing world of the bar, it felt safe.
VinePair
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Virtually everything that happens on this planet is symbiotic. Whether we’re talking about hiccups in food chains, natural disasters, or one year’s tomato crops being better than the last, there’s a knock-on effect in all facets of life on Earth. When it comes to climate change, though, these effects aren’t always straightforward — or immediate, for that matter — making it challenging for us to wrap our minds around the implications of a warming planet.
The Whiskey Wash
DECEMBER 5, 2024
‘Tis the season for festive drinks parties, and what better way to celebrate than with a whiskey tasting hosted by you! Credit: OurWhisky Foundation – Christina Kernohan Have you ever thought about hosting a whiskey tasting for family and friends? Amongst whiskey novices and connoisseurs, whiskey tastings can be a great way to explore your palate, build on your knowledge, and share a dram with some special people.
Cheers
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Tempo by Hilton made its debut in summer 2023 with the contemporary 661-room Tempo by Hilton Times Square hotel. The latest brand from Hilton — a BevX Award winner for Best Single-Concept Hospitality Beverage Program — targets a growing segment of “modern achievers” who seek a hotel experience that reflects their ambition. Tempo’s Food and beverage offerings focus on the lifestyle of the brand’s guests — youthful, adventurous travelers who are discriminating and mindful of what they put into th
The Whiskey Wash
DECEMBER 5, 2024
“Jimmy’s Batch” is a tribute to a family friend and bourbon legend. Credit: Booker’s Bourbon Booker’s Bourbon has unveiled its last batch of 2024. Booker’s Batch 2024-04 – Jimmy’s Batch, is named in honor of Master Distiller, Jimmy Russell, a living bourbon legend and a great friend of Booker Noe, the brand’s namesake.
Cheers
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Today marks the 91 th anniversary of Repeal Day, and Old Forester is celebrating the end of Prohibition with the release of a new, limited-edition expression: Warehouse I. The latest addition to the 117 series is an 11-year-old bourbon. Each bottle of the limited-edition whisky comes from barrels aged in Old Forester’s Warehouse I. These barrels were heat-cycled since 2013, chosen from the hottest floors by Old Forester assistant master distiller Caleb Trigo.
The Whiskey Wash
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Blue Run Spirits , maker of award-winning bourbons and rye whiskey, has launched a new limited edition expression just in time for the holidays. Blue Run Ember is a small batch, high-proof bourbon, designed to be enjoyed in the cold weather as a sippable winter warmer. Ember is now available online and via select retailers across Illinois, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Texas, and Virginia.
Good Spirits News
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Jimmy Red corn was already making waves in the culinary world when they opened our doors in 2013. Named for James Island just over the bridge from Charleston, SC, Jimmy Red was a legendary moonshiners corn that had dwindled down to a mere 2 cobs following the death of the last man known to grow it. In early 2014, Glenn Roberts of Anson Mills entrusted High Wire Distilling with enough Jimmy Red seed to grow 2.5 acres in partnership with Clemson University.
The Whiskey Wash
DECEMBER 5, 2024
It is officially December! As we edge closer to Christmas you may find yourself needing to grab some last-minute stocking fillers for the whisky lover in your life. Whilst this may seem like a daunting task there are plenty of budget-friendly yet meaningful options out there. So, here is a selection of some of my favorite whisky stocking filler ideas.
PubClub
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Nearly every bar on Bourbon Street has a cover band, which people love, of course. Photo: PubClub.com When partying in New Orleans PubClub.com’s Top Party Place for New Year’s Eve as well as being a nightlife mecca nearly every day of the year it’s important to be able to survive. And in New Orleans, that’s not always easy!
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