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Kentucky Woman Cocktail

Chilled Magazine

Celebrate this year’s Kentucky Derby with an inspired version of the Derby favorite, Mint Julep. Kentucky Woman is the perfect cocktail to savor, whether you find yourself attending a Derby party or watching from home. Check out the recipe below, courtesy of SMOKE LAB National Mixologist, Paula Lukas! Liqueur , Vodka KENTUCKY WOMAN by Paula Lukas Ingredients 1.25 oz.

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The 5 Most Popular Cocktails of April

PUNCH

The best Margarita and Old-Fashioned, a modern classic from New Orleans and the other best cocktail recipes to make right now.

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Gear: Cocktail Jiggers

Imbibe Magazine

Contrary to what film and TV might have us believe, bartenders really do measure their ingredients, and so should you. Just like in cooking or baking, accurately measured ingredients will result in consistent and all-around better-tasting cocktails. That makes a cocktail jigger an essential tool for any home bar. And with styles ranging from classic to utilitarian to opulent, there’s an option to match every aesthetic.

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Build a Better Milk Punch

PUNCH

How to make clarified milk punch cocktails at home with bartender-backed techniques, plus nine easy drink recipes to try.

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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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This Interactive Map Ranks Every County in America from Drunkest to Driest

VinePair

America’s drinking culture is extremely diverse, which makes it all the more fascinating to dissect. While we’ve covered the states that drink the most in the U.S. before, this new interactive map from IntoxiStates breaks down America’s consumption data on a county-by-county basis. The site generated this map using data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) excessive drinking data from county health rankings and roadmaps.

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The bestselling classic cocktails at the world's best bars 2024

Drinks International

The headline act in our newly launched Cocktail Report, this latest edition of our bestselling classics list is the result of a poll of award-nominated or award-winning bars from around the world.

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Whiskey Review: Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 18-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon

The Whiskey Wash

We review Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 18-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon, produced from 133 barrels laid down in December 2005 that were pulled from the third floor of Heaven Hill’s Rickhouse 1I. (image via Heaven Hill) 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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America’s Regional Pizza Styles [MAP]

VinePair

Popularized stateside in the years following World War II, pizza has cemented itself as a staple in American diets. While the dish may be native to Italy, Americans’ love for the stuff cannot be overstated. Every year, approximately 3 billion (yes, billion with a B) pies are sold, which breaks down to roughly 350 slices sold every second. But with a country as large as the U.S., there is bound to be some splintering regarding the true definition of pizza, as many regions have developed a pie of

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The ‘Change’ Quotient

Spiritz

Perhaps the biggest factor driving the Indian alcoholic beverages industry is the constant need of the young generation to experiment with new flavours and tastes, especially when it comes to beer. In fact, even though awareness about the many varieties of beer currently available is quite low across both urban and rural India, there is an increasing percentage of consumers who are no longer content with just one type of beer.

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You probably didn’t expect to find a Tea Sommelier in Las Vegas

Old Liquors Magazine

Las Vegas’ only tea sommelier, Lola Zhao, grew up immersed in the world of tea. When she was a young girl, she spent much of her time at her uncle’s quiet tea shop in Shenyang, China. Her father, too, was a tea lover, passing his interest along to his daughter. “I watched how he brewed the tea and drank it with him every day,” says Zhao, who has turned her passion into a profession, brewing, pouring, and serving tea at Cha Garden inside the Lucky Dragon Casino & Hotel

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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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New Tastes, New Trends, New Processes

Spiritz

With a noticeable shift towards craft beer and a growing interest in a variety of beer styles beyond lager, the Indian beer industry is going through a transitory phase – something that beer producers are only too keen to capitalise on and develop beer portfolios that are healthier and exciting due to a variety of flavours and taste. At Latambarcem Brewers Private Limited in Goa, the focus is on capturing the mood of the moment and as the company’s Chief Growth Officer, Sarika Varshnei points ou

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Penicillin

Steve the Bartender

The Penicillin is a modern classic cocktail created by Australian-born bartender, Sam Ross. He's made many well-known cocktails whilst behind the bar at famous New York cocktail The post Penicillin appeared first on Steve the Bartender.

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Significant Shift Towards Higher-Quality Beers

Spiritz

The Indian beer industry faces innumerable challenges in terms of pricing and government taxation that makes it out of reach for many a drinker who would like to experience beer in a pub or a permit room. If these rough tumbles are sorted out, the beer industry in India could see a massive upward spiral in the years to come due to the young generation’s preference for new tastes and flavours, views Gurjas Singh, Executive Director, Penguin Overseas.

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Enzoni

Steve the Bartender

The Enzoni cocktail is a cross between a Negroni and a Gin Sour. An ideal drink to introduce a novice to Campari! The post Enzoni appeared first on Steve the Bartender.

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Bacardi launches Patrón El Cielo across India Travel Retail

Spiritz

Bacardi has launched Patrón El Cielo at key retailers across main Indian subcontinent airports, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai in India, and Colombo in Sri Lanka. Stand-alone feature units are now in-store at these key locations. The tequila category is enjoying strong double-digit growth in India’s domestic market and the travel retail environment acts as a key marketing opportunity to raise awareness and engagement.

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Lady on the Lake

Cheers

This floral, gin-based cocktail is on the spring menu at Uptown Sports Club in Austin, TX. Print Lady on the Lake Course Drinks Keyword elderflower liqueur, gin, lavender syrup, lemon, orange bitters, peach schnapps Ingredients ¾ oz. Botanist gin ¾ oz. Fords gin ½ oz. La Belle peach schnapps ½ oz. St. Germain elderflower liqueur ½ oz. Lavender syrup ¾ oz. Lemon juice 4 dashes Orange bitters Instructions Add all ingredi

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Beam Suntory rebrands to Suntory Global Spirits

Spiritz

Beam Suntory has announced that it is rebranding to become Suntory Global Spirits, as the company marks 10 years of growth since Suntory Holdings acquired Beam Inc in 2014. The now Suntory Global Spirits has grown significantly over this time period – from a $2.5 billion-dollar company to a $5.5 billion-dollar global spirits powerhouse. Its team has also expanded, now comprising more than 6,000 employees around the world.

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China drives decline in global wine consumption in 2023

Just Drinks

China's wine consumption fell approximately 24.7% in 2023 compared to 2022, placing strain on an already diminishing world market.

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Growing Trend for Experimental Brews

Spiritz

The dichotomy, when it comes to the Indian beer industry, lies in the fact that while the producers are gearing up to meet the demands of consumers in terms of flavours, taste, aroma and the overall experience that beer has to offer, the industry continues to struggle on account of complex licensing procedures, huge investments in bottling, canning and distribution, and the need to educate consumers about various beer styles.

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Review: Lost Lantern Spring 2024 Single Cask Releases

Drinkhacker

Independent bottler Lost Lantern ‘s spring collection has a name: The Midwest Collection, with a focus on bourbon and rye whiskeys (plus one wheat whiskey) from the center cut of the country. Seven total whiskeys are in this as-always tiny release, including one blend made out of rye sourced five of the six distilleries represented here. Let’s try them out.

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Rajasthan faces shortage of premium liquor brands

Spiritz

Rajasthan has been facing a shortage of supply of premium foreign liquor brands across the state due to the lack of liquor prices revision of the bottled-in-India (BII) liquor category. State’s excise department’s failure to revise the liquor prices is forcing liquor companies to withhold fresh stock, both for bottled-in-India (BII) and bottled-in-origin (BIO).

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Sonoma-Cutrer New Vintage of Rosé of Pinot Noir

Cheers

California producer Sonoma-Cutrer has announced the arrival of their 2023 Rosé of Pinot Noir. “Although harvest 2023 got off to a late start, it produced exceptional results,” says director of winemaking, Cara Morrison. “We’re thrilled to introduce another vintage of our fantastic Rosé of Pinot Noir ahead of the spring and summer season.” As with prior rosé vintages, the fruit was specifically grown and harvested to produce this wine.

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What are the Ways of Managing Your Restaurant Food Inventory?

Sculpture Hospitality

Effective inventory management is the backbone of a successful restaurant operation. As profit margins in the hospitality industry can be razor-thin, ensuring control over food inventory is paramount for financial sustainability and operational efficiency.

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A Maritime Mezcal Tasting

Cheers

New York’s floating Mexican restaurant, La Barca Cantina, boasts more than 100 varieties of authentic mezcal and tequila, with a beverage program that honors the skills and history of Mexico’s distilled spirits. The concept aims to foster an inclusive mezcal community onboard, bringing both experts and newbies together to enjoy intimate tastings and learn about the mezcal process.

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The VinePair Podcast: Is Craft Beer’s Optimistic Tone Defensible or Delusional?

VinePair

In the dawn of the post-Covid landscape, the beer industry was poised to see what its new normal would shape up to be. Unfortunately, thus far, it’s been a whole lot of nothing. Craft beer sales have been slipping, and the tried-and-true path of “instant profit ahead” by cranking out IPAs isn’t working like it used to. Breweries that have the funds to do so are now diversifying their portfolios with hard teas, flavored malt beverages, and more to stay afloat, but the path ahead for beer itself i

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Ashleigh Grace and the Spicy Mezcal Margarita

Cheers

Ashleigh Grace is a mixologist with Goodnight’s Prime Steak + Spirits in Healdsburg, CA. Spring means it’s time for a great refreshing Spicy Mezcal Margarita! I’ve been creating these Margaritas since 2013. It’s unique cocktail and will be a crowd-pleaser every time! Print Spicy Mezcal Margarita Course Drinks Keyword agave, cilantro, cucumber, jalepeno, lime, mezcal, Orange Curaçao Ingredients 2 oz. Mezcal ¾ oz. Orange Curaçao ¾ oz. Agave 1

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Vieux Carré

Steve the Bartender

The Vieux Carré was created by the head bartender at the Hotel Monteleone, Walter Bergeron, during the 1930s. The post Vieux Carré appeared first on Steve the Bartender.

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Boston Beer Unveils General Admission Nonalc Brews

Cheers

The Boston Beer Company — makers of Samuel Adams, Twisted Tea, Truly Hard Seltzer, Angry Orchard and Dogfish Head — has debuted a new nonalcoholic beverage (<0.5% ABV) with General Admission. This fruit brew combines the flavor attributes of nonalcoholic beer and fruited seltzer water, the company says. General Admission launches in four fruit-forward flavors: Lemon-Lime, Orange Ovation, Grapefruit Groove and Raspberry Remix.

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Easy Layered Hazelnut White Flag Shooter Cocktail

Mix That Drink

The White Flag is a layered cocktail. Unlike a lot of layered cocktails, such as the B52, this one just uses two liqueurs, which makes it much less intimidating to pour.

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A Perfect Manhattan, From a Substack War Correspondent

Cocktails with Suderman

What do you drink when you’re writing a Substack from a warzone? One answer is: anything you want. Another answer comes from Substack writer Tim Mak, who has a lot more direct experience with this sort of thing than most of us — certainly much more than me. Last week, I had the great pleasure of interviewing Mak at an event hosted by Substack to celebrate the one-year anniversary of his publication, The Counteroffensive.

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Quick Fox Cocktail Recipe

Mix That Drink

The Quick Fox is a layered cocktail featuring Baileys, Kahlua and Midori. The flavor is bitter, sweet and fruity, with cream, and it works surprisingly well.

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Review: Michter’s US-1 Barrel Strength Straight Rye 2024

Drinkhacker

Last year saw the return of a full slate of Michter’s 10-year-old bottlings ( bourbon and rye ) plus a new Toasted Barrel Finish Rye and some other unicorns we unfortunately didn’t get a chance to sample. Missing from the 2023 release calendar was a Barrel Strength Straight Rye (which seems to happen when a toasted offering is on tap). Well, in case your 2022 bottling is on its last drops (or, more likely, long gone), a new Barrel Strength Rye is luckily first on deck for the Michter’s 2024 rele

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Docyt and x·quic Partner to Deliver Bundled Financial Services Solution for Hotel Owners and Franchisees

PubClub

SANTA CLARA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #AI — Docyt , the frontrunner in AI-driven accounting automation technology, is partnering with x·quic on a bundled services offering that empowers hotel owners and franchisees to seamlessly integrate Docyt’s real-time bookkeeping capabilities with x·quic OTA Savings. The combined solution uses AI-driven workflows to streamline financial management and maximize hotel profitability, from single locations to expansive franchise operations.

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THE CHURCHILL BAR AND TERRACE LAUNCHES MARINE-INSPIRED OUTDOOR SPACE WITH GROUND-BREAKING, SUSTAINABLE COCKTAILS

Bar Magazine

Set sail on an adventure of discovery with innovative new drinks list that celebrates the timeless allure of water Launching on 15th May 2024, The Churchill Bar and Terrace will transform its outdoor space into this summer’s most refreshing, marine-inspired terrace, complete with a brand new signature list of uniquely sustainable cocktails, and a perfectly paired seafood-focused menu.

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Caesars Entertainment, Inc. Reports First Quarter 2024 Results

PubClub

LAS VEGAS & RENO, Nev.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) (“Caesars,” “CZR,” “CEI” or “the Company”) today reported operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024. First Quarter 2024 and Recent Highlights: GAAP net revenues of $2.7 billion versus $2.8 billion for the comparable prior-year period. GAAP net loss of $158 million compared to net loss of $136 million for the comparable prior-year period.