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OCTOBER 7, 2024

The best pistachio Martinis can be found at Boston bars in the North End, who each claim to serve the ultimate take on the vodka cocktail.

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Imbibe Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

From apples and cranberries to pomegranates and pears, autumn always delivers big on flavor. Experience the bounty of the season by way of these creative fall cocktails, which highlight the best of the harvest. Apple Mount Fuji A refreshing sour that makes apple the main attraction. The Sinsear Sweet apple cider and spicy ginger highlight the warming qualities of bourbon.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

OCTOBER 7, 2024

One of Chicago’s original craft beers is coming back. Earlier today, Goose Island made it official : Honkers Ale is returning to package format. We broke the news of its discontinuation back in early 2019 , calling it “the end of an era” as Goose was pivoting to beers like Old Man Grumpy and Next Coast IPA. Now what’s old is new again and honestly, I’m pretty thrilled to have a classically malty English-style ale like Honkers back in the world (for however long we g

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Imbibe Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

A historic port city just 20 miles south of the Canadian border, Bellingham, Washington, sits adjacent to the North Cascades mountain range, with snow-capped Mount Baker practically on its doorstep. With a population hovering above 90,000, Bellingham embraces its unofficial motto as the “City of Subdued Excitement”—an accurate reflection of its hidden-gem status when it comes to arts, music, and an evolving culinary scene.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 7, 2024

In Germany’s storied Black Forest, the atmosphere is that of a Grimm fairytale, fog banks drifting through towering spruce trees on rolling hills. Here, in the village of Nordrach, you can hike the Obstbrennerweg , a roughly 12-mile distillery trail through the woods connecting almost a dozen skilled makers of schnapps. But a different kind of spirit lives here, as well — Nordrach is haunted.

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Spiritz

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Pernod Ricard India has marked a momentous occasion with the Bhoomi Pujan ceremony (a traditional ground-breaking ritual), for setting up its largest malt distillery and maturation facility in Asia, which is to be situated in Butibori, Nagpur. This is a significant first-step in the realisation of the company’s Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Maharashtra, signed on 23rd February 2024.

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Spiritz

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The Madhya Pradesh government is set to advance its initiative to promote heritage liquor through amendments to its Heritage Liquor Policy. Amendments have been approved by the state Cabinet committee. The amendments mandates specific bars, particularly those in hotels, to stock a minimum of two cases of heritage liquor and list it on their menus. Bars, excluding resorts, that fail to comply will face penalties.

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Mix That Drink

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Once upon a time, it must have occurred to someone that the Long Island Iced Tea was nearly perfect, except for one thing: it wasn't blue. The Blue Long Island cocktail fixes that.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The Balvenie Single Barrel 12 Year Old has returned. Images credit: The Balvenie The Balvenie has announced the return of a beloved fan favorite, The Balvenie Single Barrel 12 Year Old. Matured for 12 years in ex-bourbon barrels, the 12 Year Old is bottled from a single cask at 47.8% ABV. Each barrel bottled yields no more than 300 bottles which are individually numbered, emphasizing the rarity of the liquid.

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Carlsberg’s UK venture Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company (CMBC) is to shut Banks’s Brewery in the English Midlands next year.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The new Bunnahabhain 21 Year Old will be an annual limited edition. Images credit: Bunnahabhain Distillery Bunnahabhain , a scotch whisky distillery on Islay, has announced the release of a new 21 Year Old Cask Strength whisky, a limited edition bottling set to be released annually. Crafted from just 21 carefully selected casks, only 2,682 bottles have been made available.

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 7, 2024

US private-equity firm Butterfly Equity has struck a deal to buy wine group The Duckhorn Portfolio.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 7, 2024

In new American whiskey and bourbon releases this week, Castle & Key launches a 7 Year Old bourbon and two Michter’s Legacy Series releases make their way to the UK. TINCUP pays tribute to a 14,000 ft Rocky peak and Blade and Bow brings back the 22 Year Old. Castle & Key Wheated Bourbon Cask Strength 7 Year Old Castle & Key Distillery has announced the release of a Cask Strength Wheated Bourbon, bottled at 52.8% ABV.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Beer and pizza go together like cookies and milk, peanut butter and jelly, and Thelma and Louise. It’s a timeless pairing, and a crowd-pleasing, budget-friendly way to fuel a party. If you live in almost any major American city, most pizzerias are wise to the notion that business really gets shaking at night, and they stay open late to accommodate the consumers whose cravings hit after a few brews.

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Cheers

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Uncle Nearest, makers of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, have announced the launch of Nearest Green Tennessee Whiskey. While Uncle Nearest’s current whiskeys have proof points starting at 93, Nearest Green Tennessee Whiskey is bottled at 84 proof. With this lower proof and approachable price point of $29.99, Nearest Green Tennessee Whiskey was created with inclusivity and versatility in mind, the company says.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Esteemed luxury wine company The Duckhorn Portfolio will be acquired by Los Angeles-based private equity firm Butterfly Equity for $1.95 billion in an all-cash transaction, according to a Monday press release. Napa Valley’s esteemed Duckhorn Vineyards was first established in 1976, and quickly became popular for its high-end expressions of Merlot. The brand has since expanded to a full portfolio of premium brands including Decoy, Kosta Browne, Goldeneye, and more.

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Bar Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Wye Valley Brewery is excited to announce the release of two new additions to its popular range of canned beers: Dorothy Goodbody’s Glorious IPA and Shindig. Both are now available in 330ml cans, perfect for beer lovers seeking fresh takes on these brewery favourites. Dorothy Goodbody’s Glorious IPA (6.0% ABV), a longtime fan favourite, makes its return.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 7, 2024

On Monday, Knob Creek announced the reintroduction of its 18-year-old bourbon. This marks the second time this extra-aged bourbon has been re-released since it first debuted in 2022 to honor the brand’s 30th anniversary. Knob Creek 18 Year Old is aged twice as long as the brand’s flagship bourbon, making it the oldest Knob Creek release to date. It’s bottled at 100 proof and, according to a press release, embodies the standards and intentions of sixth- generation master distiller Booker Noe when

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Bar Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

· 85% of hospitality employees report they have experienced poor mental health in the last 12 months · 67% state having more notice of shift patterns would improve their life · Planday shares actionable advice for managers to increase staff happiness and retention Planday – the shift planning software by Xero – has released survey results on why staff retention in hospitality is so low and uses the results to share practical advice on what hospitality leaders and managers can do to increase staf

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 7, 2024

US-based Cascade Coffee has received backing from LaSalle Capital, a private-equity firm focused on the food and beverage sectors.

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Bar Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Cygnet is celebrating international acclaim as the sole gin to achieve the prestigious “Master” medal at The Spirits Business Luxury Masters 2024 awards. This latest recognition further cements Cygnet 22 as The World’s Most Luxurious Gin, with this seal of excellence adding to the growing collection of prestigious accolades that highlight its position as a leader in the luxury gin category.

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Indonesia’s drinks industry is pushing for a delay of a new system of nutrition labels, warning the regulations could have economic repercussions if rushed.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Salt is an essential ingredient in kitchens across the world. When added to food, the mineral can enhance the flavors and textures of other ingredients, making dishes taste richer, bolder, and just flat-out better. So, why would it be any different when it comes to cocktails? While the concept of a salted drink might evoke memories of overly brined Dirty Martinis, adding a hint of salt to your cocktail shaker can bring balance and even cut down the amount of sweetener you need.

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Saudi Arabia's Almarai has acquired the food and beverage business of Jordanian conglomerate Hammoudeh for SR263m ($70.1m).

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Vodka and whisky maker Top Shelf International has appointed Dimitrios Argyriou as its new finance chief.

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 7, 2024

History shows the sale of The Famous Grouse might spark other corporate activity, Richard Woodard writes.

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