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NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Did the taste of Malört, the bitter liqueur from Chicago and notorious dare shot, change and get less “gross”? Some fans and bartenders think so.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Revolution Brewing revealed on Saturday morning that they would be permanently shuttering their Logan Square brewpub on Dec. 15th. As I mentioned in our Instagram Stories immediately following the news, a major announcement like this dropping on Saturday morning is definitely not the normal time for something like this. Considering this Reddit post with info about the closure popped up late on Friday night, I’m guessing that probably sped up the timeline a bit, as Revolution is excellent a

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Chilled Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

At The Select in Charleston, S.C., The Goldfinch cocktail pays homage to the color of the drink as well as the native South Carolina bird. “The drink itself is inspired by the history of the area and the unique spices brought to the area that have since made themselves part of the Charleston culture,” says Managing Partner, Jen Bresnahan. Check out the recipe below!

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Imbibe Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

As temps drop and we transition into shorter days and longer nights, we reach for teapots for warmth. But why not take that coziness beyond the cup? Try these tea-infused sweet treats the next time you’re looking for a little winter warmth. Apple Masala Chai Cake Author Nik Sharma grinds Darjeeling tea leaves into flour to add a layer of complexity to this cake.

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Chilled Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

A new season is officially upon us, meaning it’s time to swap tropical flavors and replace them with warm and cozy cocktails. This time of year invites us to embrace warm spices and rich flavors. These six cocktails will not only be the perfect opportunity to showcase seasonal ingredients but also allow for the opportunity to get creative and add your twist to personalize them.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

This article is part of our Cocktail Chatter series, where we dive into the wild, weird, and wondrous corners of history to share over a cocktail and impress your friends. Food is undeniably one of the world’s most commanding forces, and it does more than simply sustain us. Sitting down for a meal can be a moment of reprieve; a time to reconnect with yourself and others outside of life’s usual hustle and bustle.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Champagne is one of the world’s most prestigious wine categories, boasting a rich history and a time-intensive winemaking technique that contribute to its hefty price tag. Though there are Champagne enthusiasts around the world who worship at the sparkling wine’s alter, some countries are more dedicated than others when it comes to buying up bottles. 299 million bottles of Champagne were shipped in 2023 — 42.6 percent of which stayed within the wine’s home country, making France the No. 1 market

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Spiritz

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Igloo Craft Beers won the Silver medal for its Wit and Wisdom beer at the Asia Beer Championship 2024, alongside accolades for Best Brand Identity and Packaging Design at the Kyoorius Design Awards 2024. The Silver medal for Igloo’s ‘Wit and Wisdom’ beer - a Belgian Witbier at the Asia Beer Championship 2024 highlights the exceptional quality of Igloo's brews and cemented its reputation in the world of craft beers.

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Barina Craft

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Will Rogers Cocktail Toasts A Man Who “Never Met A Man He Dident [ sic ] Like” The Will Rogers cocktail is a namesake drink with gin, vermouth, orange juice and curacao. Once voted America’s most popular actor, the Will Rogers drink recipe had already been published in the 1930 Savoy cocktail book before his tragic 1935 death in an airplane crash at the age of 55.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Emilio Colaiacovo, Justice of the Supreme Court of New York State said PepsiCo could not be held responsible for polluting Buffalo River.

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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

VinePair

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

When downtown Los Angeles’s storied craft speakeasy, The Varnish, announced that July 3 would be its final night of service after 15 years, it sent shockwaves through the cocktail world. Regulars and former Varnish bartenders lined up to squeeze once more into the booths for a final Bartender’s Choice. I had the infamously cold Gibson , with the bar’s house-pickled onion, and thought about a first date in 2013 where I sat at the table beside the piano with the woman I would go on to marry.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

US-based energy drink maker Celsius Holdings has acquired Big Beverages for $75m to bolster its “innovation and production” capacity.

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Drinkhacker

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Last year, Diageo dubbed its Special Releases “ Spirited Xchange ,” reflecting that many of the releases shared DNA thanks to exotic finishes in rum, tequila, and other exotic casks. For 2024, the idea is back: “showcasing the contemporary perspectives, techniques, and unique flavors that define each expression found within the collection.

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Spiritz

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The price committee of the excise department of Telangana has approved an increase of Rs.20 to Rs.50 per bottle of beer. Brewers operating in the state have requested a price hike in beer in Telangana citing the reason of increased costs. However, the Telangana government is showing reluctance to raise IMFL prices particularly after Karnataka's recent move to reduce the prices of premium liquor.

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Cheers

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Casual dining chain TGI Fridays filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Nov. 2. The Dallas-based company cited issues from Covid-19 and its capital structure as the main culprits for its financial challenges. The filing only affects TGI Fridays’ 39 domestic restaurants, not the independently owned franchise locations in 41 countries. The company has secured financing to keep operating through the Chapter 11 process.

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Drinkhacker

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

High in the Sangre De Cristo Mountains, presiding over the desert landscape of New Mexico, lies the city of Santa Fe. Host to a handful of distilleries shaping a new perspective on American spirits, As Above, So Below Distillery (AASB) is a prime example of the enchanting products expressing the soul of the American southwest. Formerly of Stranahan’s and Hangar 1 , co-founder and master distiller Caley Shoemaker is laying her claim to an expressive line of products that are boldly individual.

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Cheers

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

When it comes to wine, more people are embracing the box — Bota Box, that is. The premium boxed wine brand not only took home three Growth Brands Awards this year, but it also enters the Growth Brands Hall of Fame. That means that it’s won 15 Growth Brands Awards since The Beverage Information Group started the program in 1997. In fact, Bota Box has missed just one year of growth since the 2009 Growth Brands, in 2022, and it bounced back the following year to earn a Comeback Brand Award with mor

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Drinkhacker

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Sud Top Wine is an award given to the top wines from southern Italy each year, and here’s the pro tip: Most of them hail from the island of Sicily, off the heel of the “boot.” Sicily has a rich winegrowing history, but it’s probably best known for its dense nero d’avola reds. We’ve got a little bit of that in this roundup of three Sud Top Wine winners, all from Sicily, along with some surprises that aren’t typically associated with the region.

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Australian Bartender

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Trove Cocktail Bar 175 George St, Brisbane City @trovecocktailbar Trove Cocktail Bar is a new addition to Brisbane’s vibrant bar scene, located upstairs at 175 George Street. Offering a unique and elevated experience, Trove blends the art of mixology with the natural beauty of Australian botanicals, creating cocktails that celebrate the rich heritage and diverse flavours of the country.

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Mix That Drink

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The Luscious Lou cocktail is as pretty as it is tasty. Instead of shaking it, you pour the ingredients right into the glass so they mix before your eyes, or the eyes of your guests.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Around 150 workers voted to take strike action just over six weeks ago at the Tetley tea plant in Teesside over claims of real-term pay cuts.

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Mix That Drink

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Try the classic Woo Woo cocktail recipe! A refreshing mix of vodka, peach schnapps, and cranberry juice perfect for summer parties or casual get-togethers.

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Moody Mixologist

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The holidays are almost here and that means it’s time to start prepping those holiday drink menus! I love crafting seasonal cocktails and mocktails this time of year, and this Cranberry Campari Spritz has become a classic. I first made these spritzes for Thanksgiving back in 2019, and its been a favorite of mine ever since. Like a more robust, more bittersweet, wintery version of the ubiquitous Aperol Spritz, this Campari Spritz is balanced with a sweet and sour cranberry syrup.

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Bar Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

A unique blend of five exceptional small batch eaux-de-vie, harmoniously assembled in an opulently balanced brandy St-Rémy, the world-renowned brandy producer, introduces the St-Rémy Grand Blend, an opulent and luxurious brandy showcasing the art of blending at its finest, launching on 1 st November 2024. This unique release is crafted from five exceptional small batches, carefully selected by Master Blender Cécile Roudaut, harmoniously combined to create an opulent and balanced brandy unlike an

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Moody Mixologist

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The flavor of chai is unmistakable. It’s the perfect blend of aromatic spices, from zesty ginger and uplifting cardamom to heady cloves and warming cinnamon. In addition to being a delicious tea drink to enjoy hot or cold, year round, the flavor of chai makes a beautiful addition to other drinks, cocktails, and even desserts. Chai simple syrup is easy to make, whether you choose to use prepared tea bags or whole spices.

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Bar Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Bosses from across London’s hospitality sector have urged a swift resolution to the dispute, which can cost businesses up to 70% of daily sales. As a fresh set of tube strikes take place from this week, UKHospitality has co-ordinated a letter to Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London; Mick Lynch, General Secretary of the RMT; and Mick Whelan, General Secretary of ASLEF, urging against further tube strikes during the Christmas period.

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Credit: White Peak Distillery White Peak , an English whisky distillery located in Derbyshire, has unveiled a cask strength edition of the fan-favorite whisky: Wire Works Caduro. The standard Caduro expression made waves when it was launched in March 2023. This new release presents the award-winning whisky at cask strength. Wire Works Caduro Cask Strength is now available via the White Peak Distillery website and selected trade partners for an RRP of £79.

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Bar Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The FREE handbook offers actionable ideas and practical tips to create happier workplaces Following CODE Hospitality releasing its Happiest Places to Work 2024 list, Planday – the shift planning software company that worked in conjunction with CODE on the list – has released The Handbook to Happiness that is free for hospitality owners and managers to access to help increase happiness in the workplace.

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

What Makes Bimber The Spirit Of The Underground A Good Series For Collectors? Releasing single casks inspired by some of the most iconic Underground stops in the world is an ambitious endeavour for any brand. Whether Bimber can cover every station in London remains to be seen, but each release has celebrated one of the city’s prestigious landmarks—or, in some cases, offered a tribute to a route leading to them via The London Underground.

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Bar Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The Princess Royal Training Awards, the ultimate standard of exceptional training, is thrilled to announce its 10th anniversary. This milestone marks a decade of honouring organisations that have demonstrated outstanding commitment to developing their workforce through apprenticeships and other work-based learning initiatives. Over the years, the Princess Royal Training Awards have royally recognised a diverse range of organisations from the UK and Ireland, of all sizes, across various industrie

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Executives from Danone, Unilever, Valio and Yakult will speak at the event convening representatives from Asia-Pacific’s dairy industry.

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Bar Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm has been recognised as one of the 50 most exciting businesses in the South West. Compiled by Insider, the UK’s most successful regional B2B media company, the list showcases the initiative, ingenuity and innovation of companies across the region – as selected by a panel of experts. It celebrates the strength and diversity of regional businesses that have shown resilience and outstanding performance across various sectors, including food and beverage, technology,

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

As Europeans embark on their Christmas shopping, they do so with a bit more disposable income following five years of economic turmoil.

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In new American whiskey and bourbon releases this week, Barrell Craft Spirits gets ready for Christmas and New Year, Wyoming Whiskey pays tribute to a beloved grizzly bear, and Eric LeGrand unveils its first single barrel expression. Let’s take a closer look at some of the exciting new releases from this week. Barrell Craft Spirits New Year Bourbon 2025 Barrell Craft Spirits has unveiled its New Year offering for 2025, which “celebrates the possibilities and optimism that every new year bring

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Cocktails with Suderman

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

It’s almost election night. You might want a drink. Possibly even two. I typically don’t write about politics in this newsletter. There are plenty of excellent magazines and newspapers and Substacks for that. But the folks at Slate asked me to write about election night drinking : How to think about it, and what drinks to make. So I did.

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