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America’s Best Specialty Spirits Retailers

PUNCH

The best liquor stores in the country specializing in tequila, bourbon, mezcal, gin, amaro and more, according to bartenders.

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6 Sorel and Soda Cocktails for Summer

Chilled Magazine

Whether you’re looking for a low-ABV libation or wanting to spice up some soda-centric cocktails, Sorel has created your new go-tos for summer entertaining. Rum Sorel & Soda Ingredients 1 part Sorel 2 parts Club Soda Preparation Combine Sorel & club soda in glass of choice with ice, garnish with citrus. Rum Sorel Mule Ingredients 1 Part Sorel 2 Parts Dry Ginger Beer* Squeeze of Lime Preparation In glass of choice, fill 3/4 of the way with ice; add Sorel; squeeze one lime wedge and drop i

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Five Underrated Tequila Cocktails

PUNCH

5 underrated tequila cocktail recipes, including a modern classic Margarita riff, a Negroni-like drink and more.

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L’Aperitivo Nonino is Girl Power in a Bottle

Chilled Magazine

The distillery’s 2019 release, L’Aperitivo Nonino BotanicalDrink, highlights the prowess of Nonino’s third-generation female distiller, Silvia Milocco Nonino. She set the tone for every bottle to be a force of nature, with three generations of Nonino women now running the show. “Silvia, left a widow during the second World War, took over our distillery, and became the first female master distiller in Italy,” says Francesca Nonino, the sixth generation representing Nonino.

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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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Rajasthan’s auctioning of liquor vends faces impediments

Spiritz

Rajasthan’s state excise department has been struggling to attract buyers for 2,829 liquor shops across the state. Under the applicable year’s excise policy, the state has set 7,662 liquor vends up for the auction. As per the reports, under the renewal option for liquor shops in the ongoing excise policy, existing liquor vend owners have not shown interest in renewing their licenses as during an auction limited success was achieved.

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4 Must Mix Dewar’s Cocktails for Summer

Chilled Magazine

Dewar’s Scotch whisky, known for its versatility, is an excellent choice for crafting a variety of cocktails. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, hanging at a backyard barbecue, or enjoying an evening on the patio, Dewar’s adds a sophisticated twist to your summer sips. The Official Cocktail of the U.S. Open is a refreshing mix of Dewar’s 12-Year-Old, club soda, and lemonade.

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Whiskey Review: Blood Oath Pact No. 10 Bourbon Finished In Cab Franc & Merlot Casks

The Whiskey Wash

We review Blood Oath Pact No. 10 Bourbon, blending two well-bred ryed bourbons and one finished bourbon, with a double finish occurring in ex-Cabernet Franc and ex-Merlot barrels. (image via Lux Row Distillers) 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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The X-FaKtor to meet corporate needs

Spiritz

The introduction of ‘The X-FaKtor’ is set to mark a significant development for small companies and large corporates alike. This innovative venture, conceptualised by senior journalist Vivek Avasthi, addresses crucial industry requirements such as corporate communication, policy advocacy & government relations and legal affairs, all consolidated under one roof.

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Review: Highland Park 18 Years Old Viking Pride (2024)

Drinkhacker

Drinkhacker was just a baby blog in 2008 when Chris last tasted the entire range of age-stated Highland Park expressions. Even with the 25-year and the 40-year (!) on the table, he kept going back to this bottle, the comparatively pedestrian 18-year-old. Today, this elder teen sits right in the middle of the Orkney Islands distillery’s Classic Collection (not including the insanely rare and expensive 54-year-old offering).

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'Brew Off' from Simba

Spiritz

Simba launched its latest initiative, ‘Brew Off,’ a brewery competition designed to bring together numerous microbreweries. This unique event is scheduled to take place at the end of August 2024, at Woodside Inn in Mumbai. The competition is expected to present an exciting blend of creativity, passion, and brewing excellence. Brew Off offers a cash prize of Rs 3 lakh and the opportunity to develop a limited edition brew in collaboration with Simba.

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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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Monica Berg named most influential for fifth year running

Drinks International

Monica Berg has been named the most influential figure in the global bar industry, according to Bar World 100 2024 in association with Perrier.

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The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council Says You’re Eating Your Hot Dogs Wrong

VinePair

The basic architecture of a hot dog is pretty straightforward. And the way to eat them comes down to basic ergonomics: start on one side and chomp away until you’ve reached the end of it. But unbeknownst to most, the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC) not only exists, but it’s also recorded its own hot dog etiquette guide. And after checking it out, it seems that some casual hot dog-eaters could very well be committing some serious cookout fouls.

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22 Patriotic 4th of July Cocktails to Celebrate the Holiday

Bevvy

Honor America with a classic combo of drinks and fireworks. The post 22 Patriotic 4th of July Cocktails to Celebrate the Holiday appeared first on Bevvy.

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We Asked 15 Bartenders: Which Scotch Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck? (2024)

VinePair

Scotch is often perceived as a spirit of prestige. It can symbolize class and elegance when displayed on a home bar. It can even be a bit of a power move when you take it off the shelf and pour it for guests. A big reason why Scotch shines with this aura is price: High-end bottles can famously fetch hundreds if not thousands of dollars, and this can color perception of the category as being too exclusive.

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Arlechin: The Melbourne cocktail and wine bar has had a facelift

Australian Bartender

Arlechin ?Mornane Pl, Melbourne VIC @arlechinmelbourne Melbourne hospo family, the Grossis, known for Grossi Florentino, Grill, Ombra, Cellar Bar, and Puttanesca, has reopened its European cocktail and wine bar, Arlechin. This venue is poised to once again become a favourite late-night spot for Melburnians. Nestled in Mornane Place in Melbourne’s CBD, Arlechin is marked by a small logo at its entrance.

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25 American Wines to Drink This Fourth of July

VinePair

The Fourth of July has long been reserved for gulping crisp American macro-lagers and sipping bourbon-based cocktails, because what else could be more patriotic? Well, we’re here to make the case for celebrating America’s diverse and talented wine industry by popping bottles from the U.S. this holiday. Unlike wine from many regions in Europe, American wine isn’t limited by strict regional denominations or centuries of tradition.

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Don’t be a Tool! Never underestimate the importance of good kit in your bar

Australian Bartender

Cara is our Melbourne-based drinks writer. She is the co-owner of Goodwater in Melbourne and the face and talent behind the cocktailing YouTube channel Behind the Bar. You can email her at behindthebarchannel@gmail.com Opening a bar is an arduous process; you become a plumber, a painter, an electrician and more adept at navigating the bureaucracy of local government than you ever wanted to be.

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NoMad Is NYC’s Hottest Cocktail Neighborhood — Drinkers Just Don’t Know It Yet

VinePair

On a recent night in May, Charles Joly, the noted Chicago bartender, was in New York. He strolled into the Bronze Owl, a new cocktail bar on West 33rd Street near Broadway recently opened by the Hospitality Department restaurant and bar group. It’s a short walk from the Virgin Hotel at 30th Street and Broadway, where, later this summer, Joly is planning to open his first New York venture, The Riff Raff Club.

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Review: Aberlour Double Cask 12, 16, and A’bunadh Batch 79 (2024)

Drinkhacker

We’ve tackled the lineup from Speyside single malt-maker Aberlour periodically over the last decade, but our very first taste of the distillery came way back in 2009 with an impressive travel retail bottling (long since discontinued) and Batch 26 of the distillery’s cask strength sherry bomb, A’bunadh. ( We also visited in person !) The latter remains a highlight of the core lineup with over 80 batches released to date.

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The VinePair Podcast: Why Are You Talking Me Out of That Wine Sale?

VinePair

When someone bellies up to the bar to order an Old Fashioned , the bartender will, at most, ask them if they have a bourbon preference. The simple order won’t inspire an onslaught of questions about the customer’s experience and familiarity with the cocktail. Unfortunately, the situation isn’t the same for guests confronting wine store clerks. It’s tough to say if it stems from insecurity or an urge to educate, but we’ve found that wine professionals are prone to offer unsolicited advice to cons

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Bar World 100 - an analysis of this year's list

Drinks International

Hamish Smith drills down into what makes someone a good candidate for Bar World 100 in association with Perrier. Hailing from 39.

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Watch Live: Tales of the Cocktail 18th Annual Spirited Awards®

Tales of the Cocktail

Official Media Partner Streaming Live on Thursday, July 25, 2024 The Fillmore, New Orleans Red Carpet begins at 6 p.m. Ceremony begins at 7 p.m. About the Spirited Awards® Since its founding in 2007, the Spirited Awards have become one of the industry’s most revered awards, recognizing beverage professionals, products, establishments, journalists, and media across every facet of the spirits and cocktail industry on a global scale.

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How to Optimize Your Product Storage for Maximum Efficiency

PubClub

Compelling product storage is essential for any business that deals with tangible goods. Getting the most out of your capacity space can significantly impact client satisfaction, investment fund retrieval, and effectiveness. We’ll look into several techniques and top tips in this in-depth guide to help you maximize the production of your items.

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Watch Live: Tales of the Cocktail 18th Annual Spirited Awards®

Tales of the Cocktail

Official Media Partner Streaming Live on Thursday, July 25, 2024 The Fillmore, New Orleans Red Carpet begins at 6 p.m. Ceremony begins at 7 p.m. About the Spirited Awards® Since its founding in 2007, the Spirited Awards have become one of the industry’s most revered awards, recognizing beverage professionals, products, establishments, journalists, and media across every facet of the spirits and cocktail industry on a global scale.

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MAISON VILLEVERT LAUNCHES NEW CREATION: ANNE BONNY™ RUM A TRIBUTE TO BOLDNESS, FREEDOM AND REBELLION!

Bar Magazine

Maison Villivert has launched a brand-new spiced rum inspired by the legendary female pirate, Anne Bonny. Over the past five years, spiced and flavoured rum sales in the UK have surged by 80% 1, reflecting the spirit’s universal appeal. Anne Bonny offers a unique blend of Caribbean rum, aged with spices and tropical fruit flavours, delivering a smooth profile with notes of caramel and vanilla.

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Nutrisco acquires US smoothies group LiveMore Superfoods

Just Drinks

Chilean food and drinks producer Nutrisco is taking over California-based organic smoothie cups maker LiveMore Superfoods.

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Bar World 100 - how it works

Drinks International

There are lists and there are lists – this is how we produced ours, writes Hamish Smith.

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DF Group snaps up German craft beer group Vagabund Brauerei

Just Drinks

The insolvent Berlin-based craft beer producer Vagabund Brauerei has been sold to new owners, it has been announced.

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US group O’Neill Vintners snaps up Substance wine brand

Just Drinks

California’s O'Neill Vintners & Distillers has acquired Washington state wine brand Substance for an undisclosed sum.

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Lifeway’s CEO on goal to be “Tropicana and Hershey” of kefir

Just Drinks

Despite recent corporate challenges, Lifeway CEO Julie Smolyansky is upbeat about the company’s – and kefir’s – prospects.

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