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Day Trip: Rachael Petach, C. Cassis

Imbibe Magazine

Rachael Petach spent 20 years in hospitality, from Chez Panisse while attending UC Berkeley, to hosting a pop-up restaurant in her Madrid apartment, to operations and programming director for the Wythe Hotel in Brooklyn. But in 2017, a new obsession took hold. Petach began to experiment with blackcurrants (illegal to cultivate in the U.S. until 2003), hauling pounds of fruit up to her third-floor Brooklyn walk-up to craft small batches of liqueur.

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5 Frozen Fruity Cocktails in NYC Right Now!

Chilled Magazine

Across NYC, you’ll find unique concoctions that are as delicious as they are Pinterest-worthy! Below are some of the best ones out right now to cool you down in this hot weather. Known for its fusion of Asian and American Steakhouse cuisine, the Lychee Frosé combines the delicate sweetness of lychee with a refreshing, icy texture. It balances flavor and chill perfectly, providing a tropical escape in every sip.

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This Irreverent Cocktail Doubles as a Rebuttal to “Bumps and Bubbles”

PUNCH

This high-tech cocktail from Singapore bar Fura mimics the trend of Champagne and caviar bumps with a more sustainable alternative.

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We Asked 20 Sommeliers: What’s Your Go-To Summer Wine?

VinePair

One of the joys of summertime is finding the perfect wine to pair with the season’s variety of outdoor activities. From a refreshing and salty white that complements beach snacks to a chilled red at a backyard cookout that brightens every dish to an icy rosé that makes a lazy weekend picnic that much more enjoyable, some wines were just born to be sipped al fresco.

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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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A Mojito for Every Mood

PUNCH

The 12 best Mojito cocktail recipes to make at home, from an underrated variation of the Cuban drink to riffs with fernet, boba and more.

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Michter’s to Release 2024 US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon in September

VinePair

On Tuesday, Michter’s announced the forthcoming release of its US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon 2024 edition, according to a press release. Ten years ago — a year before the Louisville distillery even had its own brick-and-mortar location — Michter’s first unveiled its now-coveted US*1 Toasted Barrel Straight Bourbon and Rye. Since then, Michter’s has re-released both expressions sporadically over the years, and even added a Toasted Barrel Sour Mash Whiskey to the lineup.

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Whiskey Review: Chattanooga Whiskey Bottled in Bond Spring 2020

The Whiskey Wash

We review Chattanooga Whiskey Bottled in Bond Spring 2020, a bourbon made in four batches of 10 barrels each, aged over four years, and sporting a complex mash bill containing multiple varieties of malted wheat and malted barley. (image via Chattanooga Whiskey) 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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Kamal Malik becomes the first Master Sommelier from India

Spiritz

In a historic achievement, Kamal Malik has become the first Indian to earn the prestigious Master Sommelier title. This milestone underscores his exceptional expertise and dedication to the world of wine. Kamal is being awarded Master Sommelier Certificate with five other individuals - Paul Fauvel, Paul Robineau, Andres Aragón Pérez, Bertrand Lutaud, and Kevin Lu Kai Wen.

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Behind the Beverage: The Prosciutto-infused Rum and Cantaloupe Cocktail at Bottino

Cheers

Bottino , a contemporary Italian restaurant in New York, puts an innovative twist on a classic Italian favorite with its Prosciutto-infused Rum and Cantaloupe Cocktail. Inspired by the beloved aperitivo hour tradition, where prosciutto and melon are celebrated for their perfect balance of savory and sweet, “this dish embodies summer, and we wanted to bring that same fun to a cocktail,” says Chef Jamie Kenyon, who collaborated closely with Bottino’s head bartender Nam Lee on the drink.

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Chef Manoj Rai appointed CEO of Punjabi By Nature

Spiritz

Chef Manoj Rai, a distinguished culinary professional with nearly two decades of experience, has recently taken on the prestigious role of CEO at Punjabi By Nature. Known for his creative flair, deep passion for food, and sharp business acumen, Chef Manoj has made remarkable strides in the culinary world, transitioning from a talented Chef to a seasoned Operations Executive.

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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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Tropical Forever

Cheers

This mezcal cocktail combines Pina Colada flavors with different orange liqueurs. Print Tropical Forever Course Drinks Keyword Aperol, coconut cream, Cointreau, egg white, lime, mezcal, pineapple Ingredients 2 oz. Mezcal Mezul 1 oz. Coconut cream ¾ oz. Pineapple juice ¾ oz. Aperol ½ oz. Cointreau ½ oz. Fresh lime juice ½ oz. Aquafaba or egg whites Instructions Pour all the ingredients into the shaker.

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Six liquor bottles cap for home parties in Telangana

Spiritz

Telangana Prohibition and Excise Department has set clear guidelines for alcoholic beverage consumption at private home parties in the state. According to the applicable regulations, parties held at homes in the state do not require a permit as long as the amount of alcoholic beverage served is limited to six bottles or fewer. This rule is designed to accommodate smaller, personal gatherings without the need for formal permission.

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Bartender Magazine’s 100 Most Influential Names revealed!

Australian Bartender

Our biennial list of the Australian bar industry’s movers and shakers is back! Here it is folks, the 2024 Bartender Magazine Top 100 Most Influential List. This is a list of the industry’s movers and shakers, the big names who have lead the charge to make this industry the innovative and entertaining game it is. This list has been running since 2009, when the late Vernon Chalker was our first (and very worthy) recipient.

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It’s the Experience that Counts!

Spiritz

Bars in India are going all out to convert cocktails into a variety of experiences for the patrons, all of which is aided by the use of new ingredients, equipment and the style of presentation. Kama K M, Founder and Director, Drinking Safari and The Big Bhaang Theory, says cocktails are now a ‘lifestyle’ pleasure and those who prefer cocktails are the ones who are knowledgeable about them and like to flaunt their experiences.

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Tilray Brands Acquires Four Craft Breweries from Molson Coors

VinePair

On Tuesday, global consumer goods company Tilray announced its deal to acquire four craft breweries from Molson Coors Beverage Company. The roster includes Oregon’s Hop Valley Brewing Company, Georgia’s Terrapin Beer Company, Michigan’s Atwater Brewery, and Texas’ Revolver Brewing. The deal is expected to close later this month, according to Brewbound.

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Classic Cocktails must for New Variants

Spiritz

Drinking is not just about that. It has evolved into an art and craft where those who serve the drinks need to perpetually come up with new ideas, strategies and mixes to be able to keep the patrons in the bar excited at all times. As Varun Sudhakar S, Founder – Bar Bundle, (OPC) Pvt Ltd, explains, this is what has brought in the concepts of Umami Bomb and fat-washing in the bar scenario.

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Brexit Pints of Wine Might Not Be as Stupid as They Sound

VinePair

In 2016, “Big Sam” Allardyce, with his blue-collar charm and Meatloaf-ish looks, was supposed to be the England national soccer team’s everyman hero — a player’s manager straight from central casting, finally fit to lead the “Three Lions” on to ultimate victory since god knows when. But after only one match and two months at the helm, the lunch pail gaffer got himself quagmired in a sting scandal orchestrated by The Telegraph , caught on tape advising on how to illicitly rig player transfers.

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León Y Sol Tequila

Cheers

León Y Sol debuted in the U.S. in California this summer with the launch of its Tequila Blanco and Tequila Reposado. The brand rolled out to bars and restaurants across the state of California as well as 3,500 outlets around the world online, and will launch in other major markets across the U.S. in the coming months. León Y Sol last month entered into a multi-year strategic partnership with Empire, the largest privately held vertically integrated independent record label, publisher and distr

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The VinePair Podcast: Wine Is Listening to the Wrong People

VinePair

To be frank, the wine world listens too much to failures. It sounds harsh, but it’s true. The individuals who receive the most public attention tend to be somms who have never run a successful or profitable restaurant. And when those wine professionals — and disgruntled journalists — consider wineries that actually are successful and scooping up sales, they often propose that those establishments are cheating somehow, perhaps going so far as to argue they’re making “Kool-Aid in a bottle” to pand

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Cocktails Shimmer and Shine

Spiritz

While a majority of bar owners will agree that the cocktail scenario has certainly taken a deep dive into exciting waters where mixologists are having a great time using various new ingredients and equipment to serve an array of astonishing creations, there is also a hint of despair that the good times may not last forever. Taking a close look at what’s happening, Cinalli Luca, Food and Beverage Consultant with Hospitality Gourmet, presents his own interesting take.

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BlueTriton says order to shut down operations in US forest “has no legal merit”

Just Drinks

Members of the San Bernadino Forest Service sent a letter to BlueTriton last month calling for the group to "cease operations" in the region.

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Cocktails Take the Sustainable Path

Spiritz

While the primary aspect of any bar is to dish out the most innovative cocktails using different kinds of ingredients and placing strong emphasis on quality, another factor that is now being incorporated is that of implementing sustainable practices. Aashi Bhatnagar, Bar Manager, Cobbler and Crew, Pune views that some bars in India are turning out to be a game changer.

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Personalization in the Travel and Tourism Industry 2024: Company Case Studies of Personalization in Action – ResearchAndMarkets.com

PubClub

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Personalization in Travel and Tourism (2024)” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. This report analyzes the key theme of personalization in the travel and tourism sector. Personalization is taking on greater importance as travel companies look to build customer loyalty and improve customer experience.

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TI’s impressive Q1FY25 Financial Results

Spiritz

Tilaknagar Industries Limited (TI) has reported a 55.7 percent year-on-year jump in its profit after tax (excluding exceptional items) at Rs 40.1 crore for the quarter ended 30 th June 2024. The company had recorded a net profit of Rs 25.7 crore in the corresponding period of a year ago. The maker of Mansion House Brandy, India’s largest and world’s second-largest selling brandy, Tilaknagar Industries’ revenue increased to Rs 313.2 crore in the quarter ended 30 th June 2024 as

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Hospitality Robots Strategic Business Report 2023-2030: Collaboration Between Tech Companies and Hospitality Brands Gaining Momentum – ResearchAndMarkets.com

PubClub

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Hospitality Robots – Global Strategic Business Report” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global market for Hospitality Robots is estimated at US$566.7 Million in 2023 and is projected to reach US$2.2 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 21.5% from 2023 to 2030.

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Myne - Reserve Shiraz 2023 shines at global stage

Spiritz

Vishanth Industries Private Limited, a newly established boutique winery based in Nashik, has achieved a significant milestone by winning a silver medal for its Myne - Reserve Shiraz 2023 at the prestigious ‘Syrah du Monde’ competition in France. This award is particularly notable as it marks the first global recognition for an Indian Shiraz in a decade.

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Civeo Corporation Announces Amendment and Extension to its Credit Agreement

PubClub

HOUSTON & CALGARY, Alberta–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Civeo Corporation (NYSE:CVEO) announced today the completion of an amendment and extension to its credit agreement which encompasses all of Civeo’s outstanding debt structure of three revolving credit facilities. The following are key aspects of the amended credit agreement: Extends the maturity date of the credit agreement to August 2028; Upsizes total revolving credit facility capacity to $245 million from $200 million; and Reduces bor

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ABD reports modest increase in income in Q1 FY25

Spiritz

Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABDL) reported a modest increase in its total income for Q1 FY25, which rose by 0.5 percent to reach Rs. 1,769 crore as compared to Rs. 1,760 crore in Q4 FY24. However, this figure marks a 7.3 percent decline from ABD's income of Rs. 1,909 crore in Q1 FY24. The company’s income from operations in Q1 FY25 stood at Rs. 759 crore, down by 1.4 percent from the previous quarter’s Rs. 770 crore, and 6.8 percent lower than Rs. 815 crore recorded in th

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Falcon’s Beyond Announces Second Quarter 2024 Results

PubClub

Company Reports Consolidated Revenue of $1.8 Million and Remains Positioned for Ongoing Positive Growth Company’s Unconsolidated Subsidiary, Falcon’s Creative Group, Q2 Revenue Increased to $15.7 Million and Company’s Unconsolidated Joint Venture, Producciones de Parques, Q2 Revenue Increased to $11.3 Million ORLANDO, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Falcon’s Beyond Global, Inc.

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Luscombe Drinks Celebrates New Listing at Four Seasons London Hotel at Park Lane

Bar Magazine

Luscombe Drinks, famed for its outstanding selection of premium soft drinks, is proud to announce its English Apple Juice and Sicilian Orange Juice are now available in all guest rooms at the prestigious Four Seasons London Hotel at Park Lane. The new listing marks a significant milestone for King’s Royal Warrant holder Luscombe Drinks, with their reputation for delivering exceptional, organic drinks which perfectly complement the luxury experience of the Four Seasons.

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Coca-Cola Europacific Partners invests in Australian drinks manufacturing

Just Drinks

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has announced an investment of $105.5m to expand its drinks manufacturing capabilities in Australia.

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HOSPITALITY SKILLS SCHEME CAN HELP PEOPLE BACK INTO WORK

Bar Magazine

Permanent rollout of UKHospitality’s successful skills pilot can help those not working into new roles. The pre-employment programmes for hospitality, led by UKHospitality and the Department for Work and Pensions, worked together with training providers and businesses to help people currently unemployed into new roles in hospitality. The pilot delivered an 85% completion rate, with 80% of those finding employed in the sector.

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In data: Irish spirits export value dips 9.3% in 2023

Just Drinks

The data from Eurostat, published by Drinks Ireland show this is the first time export values have declined in Irish spirits since 2020.

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Book Review: The Whiskey Rebellion

Drinkhacker

Whiskey history is simply history. Due to lingering Prohibitionist sentiments, we don’t learn much about the role that alcohol has played in American and world history, but the history still exists. In 1791, the fledgling United States of America was still trying to establish an identity and was ripe with debt accrued from the Revolutionary War.

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Ackley Brands acquires The Wine Group’s Charles Smith Wines

Just Drinks

US-based vintner Ackley Brands has acquired several wine brands from California’s The Wine Group for an undisclosed amount.

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