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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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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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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 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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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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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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We Asked 11 Brewers: What’s Your Go-To Mexican-Style Lager?

VinePair

A traditional Mexican lager is made from malted barley and flaked maize with major influence from Vienna-style brewing. The result is a crisp, clean beer with impeccable balance. It’s also refreshing as hell — the kind of brew you may want to reach for on a warm day in the sun, after a tough day in the office, or those times when you simply want to drink something unfussy and delicious while hanging out with your friends.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.

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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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Wynn Resorts Announces First Quarter Earnings Release Date

PubClub

LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Wynn Resorts, Limited (NASDAQ: WYNN) announced today that it will release the Company’s financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024 after the market close on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, followed by a conference call at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). The call will be broadcast live at www.wynnresorts.com under the “Company Information” section.

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DRiNK Lovers Only: Three Festivals to Check Out During Labor Day Holiday

DRiNK Magazine

Turn the holiday mode on in Singapore, Hong Kong and Macau. The post DRiNK Lovers Only: Three Festivals to Check Out During Labor Day Holiday appeared first on DRiNK.

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The Empire State Building Partners with WhatsApp and Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team to Produce Dynamic Light Show, Fifth Avenue Demo Run, Exclusive Pop-Ups, and More

PubClub

Festivities included appearances by Lewis Hamilton and Toto Wolff to the world-famous Empire State Building Observatory and a never-before-seen F1 car demonstration down Fifth Avenue NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Empire State Building (ESB) today unveiled a street-to-Observatory takeover for fans in New York City, in partnership with WhatsApp, that featured an appearance from Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team driver Lewis Hamilton, to celebrate WhatsApp’s rapid growth in the United States

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The Coca Cola Co. ups guidance despite “intense” inflationary headwinds

Just Drinks

The Coca Cola Co. raised its 2024 guidance today for several key reporting measures alongside releasing its first-quarter 2024 results.

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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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The Simply Good Foods Co. to acquire protein peer Only What You Need

Just Drinks

Geoff Tanner, president and CEO of Simply Good Foods said he expected the business would bring the company $120m in net sales in 2024.

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