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FEBRUARY 15, 2024

At Comstock Saloon in San Francisco, Jonny Raglin's cherry-laced bourbon sour, inspired by the 17th-century liqueur, has been a hit for more than a decade.

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Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Like a chef in the kitchen with a new ingredient, bartenders take no small amount of delight in experimenting with a new cocktail component. The Ancho Reyes chile liqueurs (both the original Ancho Chile , released in 2012, and the Verde in 2016) have become industry favorites for crafting complex drinks, as our own recipe gallery can attest. But brands like to experiment as well, and in November the Ancho Reyes Barrica Chile Ancho Liqueur hit shelves as the first barrel-aged expression of the or

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Putting unorthodox ingredients and adjuncts into beer is nothing new. Pumpkin beer has marked spooky season since the early ‘80s and the pastry stout boom of the mid-2010s saw everything from brownies and marshmallows to coffee and ancho chiles get added to brews. Most of the time, these bonus ingredients do more to allure the reluctant drinker than to deter.

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Spiritz

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

A PIL was filed in the Gujarat High Court to challenge the state government’s decision to relax liquor prohibition laws at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) in Gujarat. PIL has pleaded for the cancellation of the notification granting the relaxation in prohibition to GIFT City. The petitioner has argued that allowing this relaxation is very serious.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

There are thousands of whiskeys out in the world. Not all of them appeal to every whiskey drinker, regardless of how popular they are or how ubiquitous they may be on back bars, and this is fine, of course. Whiskey is subjective. But this inevitability means that everyone who enjoys brown spirits on the regular eventually finds something carrying hype that they just don’t understand.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

We review Chocorua Straight Rye Whiskey, distilled from a single crop of organic rye grain from Maine in the sour mash style and aged at least two years. (image via Tamworth Distilling) Editor’s Note: The party behind this whisky gave us a review sample. Per our editorial policies , this in no way influenced the outcome of this review. It should also be noted that clicking the buy link in this review earns our site a small referral payment, which helps to support, but not influence, our edit

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

At one of my favorite bars in the world, the proprietor and head bartender posts a calendar to social media at the start of each month to share its upcoming schedule and indicate which days the bar will be closed. One month last year, it was 18 days. Another month, it was 15 days. Another, 14. When there were extended breaks, a far-flung destination was often indicated, as the proprietor bounced around the world making full use of the ample opportunities provided by running a globally renowned b

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Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

We said it last time around with the very delayed Spring 2023 edition of Old Fitz , but we’ll say it again: We’re not late on this “Fall 2023” release, even though you’re reading this in February 2024. To clarify: This second edition of Old Fitzgerald’s bottled-in-bond release from 2023 was announced around November and didn’t arrive on our steps until January 2024.

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Australian Bartender

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The Magpie 156 Enmore Road, Enmore Tue- Fri 4pm-12am, Sat-Sun 12pm-12am @magpieenmore Photography by Chris Pearce. Supplied The much-anticipated venue from the boys that brought us Jakoby’s Tiki Bar, The Trocadero Room and Earl’s Juke Joint has opened The Magpie, their nod to classic Australian sports pubs. The inspiration behind the venue is former Rugby League great Tommy Raudonikaus, the quintessential Aussie larrikin whose personality resonates through the room. “It’s a tiny sports bar

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

In the late 1630s, Pierre Pérignon was born, and he went on to become a monk, earning the title Dom Pérignon. At the age of 18, he was assigned to manage the cellars at St. Peter Abbey in the Hautvillers commune in France, where he remained until his death in 1715. These days, Dom Pérignon is a household name, but it’s not because of the man. How exactly did that happen?

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Hard seltzer may have hogged the spotlight of the ready-to-drink beverage alcohol market in recent years, but spirit-based RTDs and canned cocktails are providing the buzz today. The U.S. RTD market grew 1.3% in 2022, according to Statista, reaching a value of $4.8 billion. IWSR also expects RTDs to make incremental volume gains from 2022 to 2027, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1%.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Lisa Wicker has been named as the Master Distiller at Garrard County Distilling Co. Image courtesy of Garrard Distilling Co. & Raptor Communications In an exciting development for bourbon enthusiasts, Staghorn has announced that the new distillery, Garrard County Distilling Co., will be headed by Master Distiller Lisa Wicker. The new distillery began operations in January 2024, with the first brand announcements expected this year.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

There’s a quote that resurfaces every time a craft brewery tries to enforce non-compete agreements against former employees through litigation. It’s a real all-timer, spoken — or was it spat? — into the record by then-chief executive of Anchor Brewing Co. Keith Greggor during one such legal tangle between the San Francisco brewery and Boston Beer Company (BBC) in 2011.

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Good Spirits News

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

High n’ Wicked, the importer and specialty bottler of singular whiskeys, this month launched its latest limited release: a collaboration with Foursquare Rum Distillery. The new expression, a Single Grain Irish Whiskey, originally distilled in County Cork, Ireland, features a mash bill of 95% French maize (corn) and 5% malted barley. The whiskey was first matured in ex-bourbon barrels and then finished for six months in casks which previously held the award-winning “Mark X 2007” Barbados Rum from

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

As the no- and low-alcohol beverage category continues to climb, Kylie Minogue Wines is bringing its 0% Sparkling Rosé to the U.S. The beverage has seen success in the U.K. so far, with Tesco 0% Sparkling Rosé sales up 75% last month, the company states. “Currently, the NOLO (non and low alcoholic beverages) category is booming in the U.S., accounting for over $414 million in sales, and is expected to grow by +28% volume in the new year, highlighting the demand not just for NOLO options, but pre

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Bar Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

With indulgence very much on the radar across all areas of the sweet bakery category, Donut Worry Be Happy is tapping into this trend with the launch of three new bites (Choc-O-Lot, The Summer Berry Bite and The Lil’Apple) – each offering flavour, quality, and pure deliciousness. All heavenly light and packed with taste and indulgence, these three new mouth-watering mini bites can offer caterers across the foodservice industry many opportunities to boost profits.

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Tne fun on Ibiza begins at the beach. Photo: PubClub.com/Lori S Welcome to Ibiza! Often referred to as “Party capital of the world,” this island in Spain has long had a reputation for nightlife, going back to its hippie days in the 60s and 70s. Today it’s a mecca for the world’s most famous DJs, many of whom have their own weekly nights at Ibiza clubs.

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Bar Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Live sporting events account for 70% of the top 10 biggest beer-drinking moments within the first quarter of the year[1]. Venues should take advantage of growing demand for Stouts and World Beers. As we enter 2024, live sporting events are a must for On-Trade venues, forecasted to offer the biggest footfall opportunity in the first quarter of the year, according to Budweiser Brewing Group.

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

People hang out along a canal in Amsterdam. Photo: IAmsterdam/Koen Smilde Photography By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Amsterdam Blogger B efore I send you to the Red Light District and off to the coffee houses and bars, here’s what to expect regarding attitudes, customs, transportation, weather and more in Amsterdam. Myths and Legends of Amsterdam Houses on Amsterdam are thin and tall.

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Bar Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

One of the UK’s biggest drinks and hospitality shows will host the InDrinks Bartenders competition in partnership with UKBG and Hoxton Spirits. Bartenders across the UK are being called to share the stories behind their drinks, bars and communities in a new competition from Hoxton Spirits, the UK Bartenders Guild and InDrinks. Taking place at the show, which is being held at the SEC Glasgow on the 6 and 7 March, the competition will showcase some of the UK’s most talented mixologists as they go

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Tower Bridge is one of London’s most distinctive landmarks. Photo: PubClub.com A narchy in the U.K.! It’s PubClub.com’s guide to London. The one thing that may strike you about London is how much history is here. London goes all the way back to the Roman Empire, through several X’s and V’s of kings and queens, into and out of Medieval times, through the French and American revolutions and past the London Blitz of World War II.

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Bar Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

LEC Beverages Group and In Good Company have today announced that they will collaborate in a joint venture to manage the UK licensing, sales and distribution of Tsingtao Beer, the flagship brew from China’s premium brewer, Tsingtao Brewery Co. Ltd. Previously managed by C&C Group, Tsingtao has newly awarded its UK business to LEC Beverages Group, which in turn has entered into a joint venture with In Good Company to help distribute and sell the brand.

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

A singer blasts out a song at Tootsie’s bar in downtown Nashville. Photo: PubClub.com Born out of roots from country music and the Grand Ole Opry, Nashville today is a diverse, growing city. Nashville has an NFL team – the Titans, who play in one of the few stadiums in the country located by a body of water – an NHL team (Predators) and is home of an IndyCar race.

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Bar Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Sustainability, retention and the future of African & Caribbean cuisine are some of the topics set to top the agenda as HRC, part of Food & Drink & Hospitality Week, returns to ExCeL London on 25-27 March. The show will launch with an official inauguration ceremony for Food, Drink & Hospitality Week featuring Martin Traynor OBE, Small Business Crown Representative for the Cabinet Office, Kate Nicholls OBE, Institute of Hospitality CEO Robert Richardson and James Bielby, CEO of th

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Image via The Macallan. Macallan Distillery has unveiled the newest installment in the Home Collection series: The Macallan Home Collection, River Spey. The bottle will be available to selected locations via ballot, with entries accepted from 12 noon GMT on 20th February. You can register your interest in the Macallan Home Collection, River Spey here.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom and Kirkland & Ellis were the top law firms advising on M&A in the consumer sector in 2023, deal data suggests.

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Co-founders Park and DeJesus strive to empower new mothers by enhancing postpartum care with quality support and partner-inclusive education. DANA POINT, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Ahma & Co , a postnatal retreat providing holistic postpartum recovery and newborn care support for mothers in the crucial first weeks, today announced the opening of its first-ever retreat at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club in Dana Point, CA, set to welcome new mothers beginning March 15,

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Weak consumer confidence in China hit sales at Pernod Ricard in the first half of FY2024 but it remains bullish on the country's potential.

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Three Spirit

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

What is Reiki? Is it like a shared meditation? In brief, Reiki is a Japanese healing technique designed to alleviate stress and promote healing within the body. In more detail, as energetic beings, everything around us is composed of energy, including ourselves. Emotions also carry energy, and when we struggle to process and navigate these emotions, they become trapped in the body, manifesting as "dis-ease.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Australia’s population is drinking in higher numbers and more people are favouring ready-to-drink (RTD) products as RTD consumption doubles.

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Amsterdam millennials hang out on a rooftop bar. Photo: iamamsterdam.com By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Amsterdam Blogger It is historic, hedonistic and a heck of a lot of fun. Amsterdam — the original City of Sin — is a party paradise. That’s because it has sex, drugs and rock ‘n roll. And it’s all legal! Learn all about this great city’s vices as well as some other remarkably cool things to see and do here.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

AI washing is coming under increased regulatory scrutiny and is used to denote overblown claims by businesses about their AI capabilities.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Image via The Macallan. Continuing its bicentenary celebrations, Macallan Distillery has teamed up with Cirque du Soleil to offer an “exclusive sensory experience” at the Macallan Estate. The experience is named Cirque du Soleil SPIRIT. Tickets cost £200 per person, and the lucky recipients will be treated to an “exceptional and unparalleled experience” showcasing Macallan’s commitment to whisky-making and Cirque du Soleil’s famous prowess in performing arts.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Paine Schwartz Partners portfolio company Suja Life has announced the appointment of new CEO, Maria Stipp, effective from 20 February.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Heineken expects to see a boost in volumes in Europe in 2024 after the continent booked the third largest annual volume drop in 2023.

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