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The Salmoncito Is Mexico City’s Aperitivo Outlier

PUNCH

The Salmoncito cocktail, a bittersweet combo of gin, Campari, grapefruit and tonic water, is an outlier in Mexico City's aperitivo culture.

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A Sicilian Wine Cooperative Aids the Long Haul of Earthquake Recovery

Imbibe Magazine

In the Valle de Belìce, an hour southwest of Palermo, agronomist Daniele Asaro scrambles up a slope to check on Francesco Ragona’s vineyards. He likes what he sees. With Asaro’s encouragement, Ragona, a fourth-generation grower, was transitioning his property to be certified organic. Asaro lingers over the Catarratto, an indigenous white grape that, at these mountain altitudes, gains the acidity to balance its natural richness.

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Watch Alessio Sarti Create his Violetta Maledetta cocktail Using Barfly Mixology Gear by Mercer

Chilled Magazine

Barfly Mixology Gear by Mercer presents the Chilled 100 Bartenders with its popular and professional mixology tools, gaining loyal fans across the country in the process. Watch as bartender Alassio Sarti of Miami Florida uses his bar tools from his Barfly Mixology Gear by Mercer mixology set to create an original cocktail. Gin , Liqueur , Vermouth Violetta Maledetta by Alessio Sarti - @vagabond.bartender Ingredients 1 ½ oz Butterfly Tea Pea Infused Gin 1 oz Bianco Vermouth 1 oz Italicus Liqu

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The Bars Of Tooting Market

BarLifeUK

A tour of the bars and purveyors of alcohol to be found in Tooting Market If, like me, you require a pretty compelling reason to travel to a non-local part of London on a day off, I would offer Pakistani restaurant Dawat as ample reason to make the trek to Tooting. Vinyl and sweets under the same roof… Dawat’s entire menu is outstanding, but their butter chicken is so good it could be described as a spiritual experience, unless you are a vegan of course, in which case it would be rep

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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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4 No-Low-ABV Cocktails to Try this Summer from The Perfect Purée of Napa Valley

Chilled Magazine

The Perfect Purée of Napa Valley focuses on delivering high-quality, versatile products to bartenders when creating No and Low ABV cocktail menus. Bartenders will find that ready-to-use ingredients are more than just convenient. Products like The Perfect Purée of Napa Valley are made with non-GMO fruit and no artificial ingredients, bringing fruit’s healthy benefits to drinks.

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This Week's Beer News: Metro on a Short Fuse

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

First up, some breaking news this afternoon: Short Fuse has announced that they were the ones who purchased the brand rights to Metropolitan Brewing , and will begin brewing Metro’s beers for sale from their Schiller Park taproom to start. Distro will begin in late July. Block Club already has a story posted here. Metro co-founder Doug Hurst has already posted a statement to his Instagram saying that he is “in no way affiliated with, nor endorse[s] the Metropolitan Brewing brand̶

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Demie Kim wins Altos Bartenders' Bartender for Asia's 50 Best

Drinks International

Seoul’s Dohyung ‘Demie’ Kim, co-founder of Zest, No.5 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2023 and No.18 on The World’s 50 Best Bars 2023, has been named the winner of the Altos Bartenders’ Bartender Award 2024.

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This Should End Well: Colleges Are Fighting Over Whose Football Stadium Has The Cheapest Beer

VinePair

If there’s one thing college football doesn’t need, it’s a race to sell beer for the cheapest price possible, but that’s exactly what we’re seeing play out in real time. On Thursday, Tulane’s Green Wave posted a photo on X (formerly Twitter) claiming that the university’s Yulman Stadium sells the cheapest beer in college football. Students took to the comments section to confirm that the stadium slings brews for $3 a pop.

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SC defers Kejriwal's bail plea

Spiritz

The Supreme Court has deferred Arvind Kejriwal's bail order while stating that let the High Court first come out with the order. The matter would be next heard on 26th June. Earlier Delhi’s Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal moved the SC against the Delhi High Court's stay on his bail order in the liquor policy case. The HC had directed an interim stay on the trial court order which granted bail to Kejriwal, and HC had adjourned the case till 25th June.

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Podcast: Selling Wine On- and Off-premise at Wineaux

Cheers

Our guest for this episode is Master Sommelier Nick Hetzel, who is one of the founders of Wineaux, a new wine market and bar in southwest Las Vegas. Nick weighs in on popular wine styles, wine education, pairings and creating an experience for guests, as well as the challenges with operating an on- and off-premise wine business. The post Podcast: Selling Wine On- and Off-premise at Wineaux appeared first on Cheers.

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Happy waves in Wine Glass!

Spiritz

The wine industry in India is teeming with otential, yet it often finds itself hindered by lot-so- friendly policies. While the evolution of retail channels and the trend towards premiumisation are promising for the sector, the restrictive regulations imposed on wine entrepreneurs in many states need reform. To truly capitalise on India's wine potential, a shift towards more favourable policies is essential.

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Review: Pinhook Kentucky Bourbon Cask Strength 5 Years Old

Drinkhacker

Pinhook is a non-distilling producer of ryes and bourbons and has been on a steady clip of releases since 2014, albeit somewhat an uneven and quizzical one. After a run of limited releases, Pinhook only then began building a stable of core expressions. (Spoiler alert: Horse racing analogies abound, both in their marketing and from yours truly in this review).

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Wine Reviews: Wines Under $30

Cheers

For our latest round of wine reviews, we asked our national wine panel to taste and rate wines priced at under $30. As always, these reviews include tasting notes, ratings and suggested retail price for a 750-ml. bottle (unless otherwise noted). If you’d like to submit wines for review, please do so through our Wine Stars app. Rating System Five Stars (100-92): A top-flight wine, superior in taste and character, and providing a superior price/value ratio.

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What the F*ck Is an Oklahoma Martini?

VinePair

Follow me here: You’ve bellied up the bar to mind your own business over a peaceful drink. Then, you witness something beyond the pale: a bartender pouring an ice-cold lager… and garnishing it with three olives and a squeeze of lemon. It almost feels sacrilegious, but it turns out that this isn’t an isolated incident. Enter: the Oklahoma Martini.

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Loca Loka Tequilas launched in the Intl market

Spiritz

Loca Loka has officially entered the international alcobev market with its two initial offerings: Tequila Blanco and Reposado. Loca Loka is backed by two cultural icons and brand co-creators, leading Indian film actor Rana Daggubati and renowned musician and composer Anirudh Ravichander, along with seasoned entrepreneur Harsha Vadlamudi, Managing Partner- Ironhill India.

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Why is Carlsberg chasing UK soft-drinks maker Britvic?

Just Drinks

Carlsberg had two bids to take over Britvic rejected this month. Why is the brewer looking to buy a UK soft-drinks company?

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How to Smoke Cocktails at Home

Bevvy

Bartenders provide helpful tips for adding smoke to your cocktails. The post How to Smoke Cocktails at Home appeared first on Bevvy.

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Honey It’s Summer

Cheers

This Scotch cocktail from Prezzo restaurant in Boca Raton, FL, gets a fresh twist from lemon and basil. Print Honey It’s Summer Course Drinks Keyword basil, honey, lemon, Scotch whisky, Simple syrup Ingredients 2 oz. Johnnie Walker Black Scotch whisky ½ oz. Honey 1 oz. Lemon juice 1 oz. Simple syrup Fresh basil Instructions Muddle basil in a mixing tin.

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The Sazerac: The mysterious (and confusing) history of this iconic classic

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 A few years ago, I decided to make a video about the Sazerac. How hard could it be? It’s a pretty well-known drink that retained reasonable popularity even through the cocktail dark ages.

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GSN Review: Gran Centenario Gallardo Tequila

Good Spirits News

Gran Centenario Tequila recently announced the U.S. launch of its limited-quantity, small batch tequila: Gran Centenario Gallardo. The spirit honors its founder, the first-ever Tequila Master Distiller and one of the founding fathers of tequila, Don Lázaro Gallardo. Gallardo, a pioneer in the art of tequila-making, revolutionized the industry with his groundbreaking techniques when Gran Centenario was founded in 1857.

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Raffles’s Sawai Kitchen honoured at Restaurant India Awards

Spiritz

India’s largest Island Resort, Raffles Udaipur’s esteemed dining venue, Sawai Kitchen, honoured with the distinguished Best Fine Dine Hotel Restaurant of the Year and Best Customer Experience Award at the recent Restaurant India Awards 2024. This accolade underscores Raffles Udaipur's dedication to delivering exceptional culinary experiences against the backdrop of the picturesque Udai Sagar Lake in Udaipur.

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Miravell Premier Bone China Fruit Bowl 5inch / 12.5cm (Pack of 6) - £39.6

Drinkstuff

The Elia Miravell Fruit Bowl / Saucer is fully vitrified, microwave & dishwasher safe. Produced in the highest quality premier bone china it combines a contemporary design with an elegant classic shape.

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Millennials Leading the Charge

Spiritz

The millennial generation, a powerful demographic with increasing spending power, and especially women, are leading the charge. They prioritise quality over quantity and are more adventurous in their choices. "The trend towards premiumisation is another key factor, with consumers willing to invest in better quality wines. Additionally, the health-conscious crowd is driving the rise of no and low-alcohol options that offer the taste of wine without the full alcohol content.

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Miravell Premier Bone China Mug 9.85oz / 280ml (Pack of 6) - £54

Drinkstuff

The Elia Miravell Mug is fully vitrified, microwave & dishwasher safe. Produced in the highest quality premier bone china it combines a contemporary design with an elegant classic shape.

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Premium is the Benchmark

Spiritz

Taking note of the evolution in the world of wines, a company like KRSMA Estates has focused its marketing strategy on educating its customers and patrons about wine and its varieties. "Despite the growing interest in wines, there is a deficit in understanding the liquid, how terroir or geography affects the wine's output, the varietals, the food pairings, things to know and take care of, etc.

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Celebrating Pride Month: Say It Louder for the People in the Back

Tales of the Cocktail

By Daddy Long Legs Instagram: @dessertsandalcohol @d.n.a.haus Growing up, we are taught to use our inside and outside voices. Our parents and teachers told us that inside, we are quiet and composed. We are listening and asking questions; paying attention and learning. When we are outside, it’s free for all. We are allowed to shriek, run around, and play.

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Santanu Chanda becomes World Class India Bartender of the Year

Spiritz

Santanu Chanda emerged victorious in Diageo Reserve's World Class India Finale, which was held on June 15th and 16th in Gurugram. The competition redefined the art of mixology, shaking up the scene with some serious talent. This prestigious competition, celebrating its 15th year, brought together the nation's top bartenders for a two-day event. India's top bartenders assembled under one roof for the electrifying World Class India Finale.

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Australia government accepts grocery code recommendations

Just Drinks

Australia’s government has accepted the recommendation of a review into the country’s grocery code as part of a “crackdown on anti-competitive behaviour”.

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Celebrating Pride Month: Say It Louder for the People in the Back

Tales of the Cocktail

By Daddy Long Legs Instagram: @dessertsandalcohol @d.n.a.haus Growing up, we are taught to use our inside and outside voices. Our parents and teachers told us that inside, we are quiet and composed. We are listening and asking questions; paying attention and learning. When we are outside, it’s free for all. We are allowed to shriek, run around, and play.

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Why US manufacturers should embrace benefits of SKU rationalisation

Just Drinks

Less is more should be the motto at most major CPG companies in the US, which need to look to SKU rationalisation to cut complexity.

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Quick and Dirty Rhubarb Syrup

Jeffrey Morgenthaler

I shot this a few weeks ago but of course forgot to upload it here. It’s rhubarb season here, and after watching a few people overthink rhubarb syrup I thought I’d share how I do it at home (and at the bar) – it’s insanely easy. Some thoughts on rhubarb syrup. I’ve never liked this | Read More The post Quick and Dirty Rhubarb Syrup appeared first on Jeffrey Morgenthaler.

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Eva Longoria-backed Casa Del Sol Tequila makes push into export

Just Drinks

Casa Del Sol, the Tequila brand co-founded by actor Eva Longoria, has been launched in France, with further markets on the horizon.

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Save 50% Off Shipping

Marketview Liquor Blog

Shop Now You can enjoy 50% off shipping on your purchase of $100 or more thru Friday June 28th, 2024! Promo Code: JUNE24 Promo code must be entered at time of checkout. Not eligible on previous orders. $100 must be met prior to taxes and shipping. Quantities Limited First Come First Serve *full price shipping for wines outside of this offer Quantity Shipping rate will be applied if savings are greater US Shipping Customers Only Shipping Wine to 40+ States Spirits are eligible to be shipped to

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Giffard Unveils New Premium Coffee Liqueur – Café Du Honduras 

Bar Magazine

Brand new for the on trade, and promising to elevate all coffee-based cocktails, Giffard has unveiled a new premium liqueur crafted from a maceration of a pure origin Honduras Arabica coffee. Available now, Café Du Honduras is the latest innovation from longstanding liqueur specialist, Maison Giffard and is set to take the popular coffee-based cocktail trend to the next level.

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Activist fund Engine Capital calls for C&C Group strategy review

Just Drinks

US hedge fund Engine Capital has written to C&C Group’s board to urge for a strategic review at the Magners cider maker.

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Glendalough Pot Still

Malt

Something new from Ireland. The post Glendalough Pot Still first appeared on Malt.

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